By: Jeff King M.A., C.S.C.S I am reading Dan John’s book “Never Let Go.” This is a great read. John shares his philosophies on lifting as well as life. Many things resonated with me thus far but one in particular inspired me to write this article. John discusses that when things get difficult, such as […]
By Brett Klika, C.S.C.S. Director of Athletics, Fitness Quest 10 The primary difference between training adults and youth is that training youth is all about giving them something physically constructive to do with “all that energy.” For adults, it’s all about giving them some energy by giving them something physically constructive to do. Youth are little […]
By Brett Klika C.S.C.S. Director of Athletics, Fitness Quest 10 Every day, big, fast, and strong athletes are working to be bigger, faster, stronger, so they can one day be the biggest, fastest, and strongest. The process of working towards athletic success is one of constantly addressing strengths and weaknesses, and striving to get better. […]
By: Craig Valency The weekend is upon you and temptation is all around. Parties, barbecues, restaurants, wine and beer are all calling your name. With Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner you brace for the carb onslaught. This is when you are really tested; you have to balance your reluctance to undo all the hard […]
Athletes whether they are professional football players or collegiate volleyball players are surrounded by a team of medical providers, team coaches, and strength and conditioning staff all focused on providing a comprehensive program to achieve optimal health and performance. Outside these settings, however, a coordinated effort between one’s medical doctor, personal trainer, chiropractor, or physical therapist is more […]
Many people enjoy running as a great form of exercise. Some people have been running for years and yearn for the next “runner’s high,” while others are simply just trying to get in shape. Seeing as how we live in America’s Finest City, we are given the opportunity to enjoy going out for a jog […]
By Todd Durkin, MA, C.S.C.S. The Thursday night kickoff of the 2011 NFL season was a high-scoring, crowd-pleasing match between the New Orleans Saints and the Green Bay Packers. Back-to-back Super Bowl champions… What a way to start the season! I’d been gearing up for days. This was going to be a showdown pitting several […]
Brett Klika C.S.C.S. It has helped us humans stay alive during hard times for thousands of years, but now we have too much of it and it’s hard to get rid of. I’m talking about the extra “meat” around the middle, the “baggage” on the butt, and the “thunder” on the thighs. The battle to […]
By Patrick Jak On September 28, it was announced that Reebok settled a $25 million claim with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding their EasyTone and RunTone shoes. You know those shoes that claim to increase hamstring and calf strength as well as tone the butt? These shoes hit the market about two years […]
By Jeff King MA C.S.C.S. 1. Kids can be successful if placed in the right environment. At Fitness Quest 10 we pride ourselves in fostering an environment which is energetic, encouraging, and educational. Our programs are designed to where every kid is able to achieve success throughout the camp. It was such a sight […]
