Do you have a weak core? Poor balance? Achy back after standing for a long period of time? Do you have a hard time standing up? If you answered yes to any of the above, you may have a weak core that may be causing you lower back pain. Lower back pain is one of the…
You’ve probably seen a foam roll in your gym or on television recently as these simple yet extremely effective tools have become mainstream in the fitness world. Foam rolls come in all shapes, sizes, densities and of course price ranges. The biggest difference you’ll find is the density or hardness of the roller, and this…
Overtraining, Overload Syndrome, and Hyperkinetic Condition Lets start off by recognizing that the term overtraining is overused by personal trainers and fitness consultants. This has led to recreational athletes and clients decreasing workloads well below optimal levels in fear of being too aggressive with their training. With that in mind, it is still possible to push yourself…
3 Keys to Improving Performance This is how athletes successfully improve their level of physical fitness through the general adaptation system (GAS). The key is maximize improvement by successfully recovering from the alarm and resistance phases and never reaching “exhaustion.” We do this by fueling our bodies properly and ensuring that we get plenty of…