It only takes one time. One bad bounce of a ball. One trip over a “landmine” on the floor. And your positive session with a client can go from positive to nightmare. The purpose of this article is to remind you of the critical importance of SAFETY every single day, every single moment. It can […]
By Todd Durkin, MA, CSCS I need to share a remarkable story of a fitness professional in the fight of his life. He is someone I have long admired. Someone I have shared the stage with many times. One of the best presenters I have ever heard. A wildly successful entrepreneur who has earned 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 […]
One of the aspects of training that often gets pushed to the wayside is flexibility. When we are in a crunch for time, the first thing that gets removed from the workout is stretching. Unfortunately, that is an important aspect! Stretching improves and maintains range of motion, reduces stiffness in your joints, reduces soreness, reduces […]
Pilates is not Yoga and is not mainly Stretching! Many People are under the assumption that Pilates is mainly stretching. I hear it more often then not explained as and or compared to Yoga. Do not get me wrong, I think that Yoga is great and can be very beneficial, but Pilates and Yoga are […]
-Cara Regas I recently returned from a whirlwind of traveling… two trips to Hawaii for relatives’ weddings in three weeks! It was awesome to be constantly outdoors: playing, working out and enjoying the islands. While I was there, I got the opportunity to speak to a local triathlete (we will call her Ann). Ann lives […]
There’s no surprise in the fact that I spend time each and every day talking with people about their goals. After all, as a trainer and performance coach, that’s what I do. Normally, I love this part of my work. I like nothing better than to see my clients, teammates and friends succeed. You might […]
A navy battleship was in stormy waters when they spotted the light of what appeared to be another vessel in the distance. The ship’s captain made radio contact with orders for the other vessel to change their course. “Negative” was the reply. “We recommend you change your course 15 degrees south to avoid a collision.” […]
Here are 4 TRX movements we came up with that require a partner. FAI recommends one unit per person; however, we felt these were safe, effective alternatives that we incorporate on occasion to infuse a little competition and a lot of fun. Here is a brief breakdown on the 4 exercises: 1. TRX Suspended Burpee […]
Paul Stricker, MD Youth Sports Medicine Specialist & Olympic Physician Scripps Clinic San Diego, CA In our “Super-Sized” society, more is always better—so it seems. In youth sports, however, more is not always better, and in fact, can be harmful. Almost 40 million youth are involved in sporting activities, and of those, it is estimated […]
If you’ve ever witnessed or participated in a metabolic circuit designed for combat athletes, you’ve seen hard core. You’ve seen guys pushed to their physical limits. You’ve seen tire flips, prowler pushes, and ground & pound drills. You may have even seen some guys on their knees reaching for the nearest bucket. There are many […]
One thing I enjoy being as a strength coach is being able to train young athletes. Over the past 5 ½ years, I have been blessed with the opportunity to train many young athletes at all levels. What I have come to realize, is there is a lot more that goes into training young athletes […]
It is my understanding that most youth are driven by what somebody tells them to do, i.e. their coach, parent, or teacher. This is understandable because youth can be socially and physically immature. However, it is also my understanding the advice that some, if not most coaches are telling their youths regarding physical development is […]
Laser technology is a rapidly growing sector of the medical community. Today lasers are used in vision correction, hair removal, skin treatments, pain relief, and surgery. Therapeutic lasers utilize lower powers that can non-thermally and nondestructively alter cellular function. This phenomenon, known as laser biostimulation, is the basis for the current use of lasers to […]
Looking for a way to keep your arm strong all season long? Here is a series of shoulder workouts from Todd Durkin of Fitness Quest 10 using the TRX that are ideal for keeping baseball players strong and flexible. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THIS VIDEO Todd Durkin, MA, CSCS, is a personal trainer and massage […]
“Beat The Heat” — By Cara Regas, Strength and conditioning coach at Fitness Quest 10. With summer temperatures rising, the risk of heat illness also increases. Here are a few tips to so you can enjoy physical activity and exercise as well as to reduce the risk of heat illness: 1. Hydrate Hydrate Hydrate! Drink […]
Are you looking for ways to improve your performance? In this context, I am talking about your performance at work, at home, and with your health. If you indeed are trying to improve your energy, productivity, and overall effectiveness, I have provided 10 sure-fire ways to maximize your overall performance. * Focus, focus, focus—Sometimes it […]
Working Out Can be Hazardous to your Health! Part I – Posture First By Craig Valency, CSCS Going to the gym and working out is supposed to be good for you, right? Well not always – what you don’t know could hurt you! In this article I will describe how your posture is compromised while […]
Our “A.C.L.” Problem in Women’s Sports Brett Klika C.S.C.S. If you’re involved in female athletics, I’m sure you’ve heard of the alarming rate at which women are getting injured. Of particular concern are disproportionate knee injuries in women vs. men. Current statistics indicate that women tear their Anterior Cruciate Ligament 8 times more often than men do. This […]
Pushing past your limits of comfort can be detrimental to your long term fitness plans. While working hard can result in some muscle soreness, you need to listen to your body and act quickly to prevent postponing your personal fitness goals. This article will focus on the shoulder and some common issues that affect this […]
By: Dr. Daniel J. Lee, D.P.T It wakes hard work to be the best you can be, but it also requires that you listen to your body in order to avoid injury along the way. In this article, I discuss some of the most common ailments that effect exercising individuals and how to protect yourself […]
The world we live in today accepts health as being multidimensional – a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being as defined by the World Health Organization. To maintain physical health, individuals must eat right and exercise regularly. Mental health requires low stress levels and regular intellectual challenges. Social well-being involves sustaining both an […]
