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Rest is as Important as Exercise
"Wow. You're working out way too much!" That was the reaction I had recently when a new client was telling me about his exercise routine. I had asked him to tell me about his weekly routine so I could get... Read More
Stretching
There are many myths and misconceptions about stretching. Most weekend warriors don't realize the benefits of stretching or the role it plays in being more than just a warm-up activity. Think of your muscles like rubber bands. When the rubber... Read More
"Prehab": Three Exercises That Will Keep You Pain-Free
Far too many people experience pain throughout their lifetime, suffering injuries that can lead to weeks and weeks of rehabilitation with a physical therapist. For example, experts say that at least 80 percent of people will experience back pain at... Read More
Leg Extension Don'ts
Good old leg extensions. They are such a seemingly simple exercise aren't they? But if they are so simple, then why do so many people perform them incorrectly? There are a lot of ways to mess up the leg extension, but... Read More
BowFlex UpperCut Moves to Try at Home
It seems like the fitness industry is always progressing and developing effective fitness equipment, such as the BowFlex UpperCut with A.R.C. technology that—according to a Southern California University study—activates up to 30 percent more muscles, enables up to 4X as... Read More