Archive for May 2021

Last week, medicine/slam ball fundamentals were highlighted.  This week and next, three different medicine/slam ball drills will be detailed and featured so you may begin performing with these fitness tools today!  As always, prior to beginning any exercise program, please consult your physician. Medicine/Slam Ball Preparation Warm-up for 5-10 minutes without the medicine/slam balls performing…

If you have not had the opportunity to train with medicine/slam balls, now is the time to add these fitness tools to your toolbox.  Medicine/slam balls are portable, come in different sizes, weight increments and material and add intensity and variety to any fitness program.  This week, specific information regarding medicine balls will be featured…

There are signs that a workout has been successful and not just that you are dripping in sweat! While sweating is a common response to rigorous workouts, everyone’s body produces waste products at a different rate and volume. With some clients, the sweat is flying the entire workout, others experience a slower production of waste…

If I told you that there is one very simple change that you could make which would lead to a significant increase in your muscular strength, would you be willing to do it?  If so, consider correcting your postural alignment.  Our mothers were always pestering us about standing up straight and they were definitely aiming…

More nutrition in tacos for less calories. By Matthew Kadey, MS, RD You may have noticed that mushrooms of all types are having a bit of a moment as people learn more about their nutritional virtues. And here is more news that will only help fuel the ’shroom boom: Writing in Food Science & Nutrition,…

Every repetition of every set, of every exercise and every exercise session matters.  Think of a typical workout week, perhaps three-four workouts with a duration of an hour each.  Now, consider that each of the exercises you are performing requires two-three sets of 8-12 repetitions.  And, prior to the completion of each set, you decide…

No matter where you are at currently in your health and fitness journey, it is time to look forward this spring (perhaps this is when your “new” year begins).  Visualize yourself reading this column on this very day next year and create a clear picture of how you would like to feel and look.  Are…