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Eccentric Stretching

Nov 15, 2024

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This week we are discussing eccentric contractions otherwise known as “negatives”. Aram did a great job Monday discussing the power of extended negatives. Today we will rewind and view an article Carrie previously post regarding eccentric stretching. This can be a great addition to your fitness regimen to increase flexibility and mobility. https://livewelluk.wordpress.com/2021/04/12/flexibility-mobility-workouts-eccentric-stretches/

Extended Negatives: Training using Eccentric Contractions

Nov 13, 2024

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By Aram Kumar, CSCS

No Win is Too Small

Nov 10, 2024

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It’s often quoted that yoga is not about touching your toes, but about what you learn on the way down. -Jhgar Gor This could be said of many exercise modalities depending on your perspective. This week we are talking about no win is too small. Meaning, even if you don’t touch your toes in forward fold, what have you learned about your body is invaluable!

Celebrate the Small Things

Nov 8, 2024

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by Johnny Martin, CSCS When struggling to get though the day and motivate yourself to workout, setting little goals or finding little victories during your workout can be extra motivators for the next time you step into the gym. It is always a good idea to set a tiny goal for your workout that day. Adding a few extra reps, going for 5 extra minutes while doing cardio, or simply adding a few pounds to the bar. Little accomplishments are important to keep your motivation, and each victory should be celebrated.

No Win is Too Small

Nov 6, 2024

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By Dalton Harris, CPT Lack the Motivation to Workout? We have all been in this position before, whether we are too tired or had a bad day at work putting off that planned workout seems to be a great option. In many cases, this seems to be a reasonable excuse for missing a workout. In some cases, this one missed workout turns into two, and two turns into three. These become missed opportunities to reach a goal we have set for ourselves. Benefits of Making Time for this Workout

Ask for a Spot!

Nov 3, 2024

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Cameron Horsfall, MS, CSCS When hitting the weights in the gym, it is not uncommon to be attempting a weight that may be difficult to lift. When approaching a situation like that, asking for a spot is a great idea! Spotting can provide a safer presence and let you give maximal effort in training.

Dumbbells May Burn But They Don’t Bite

Nov 1, 2024

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By Shania Rayford

Scary Things in the Gym!

Oct 30, 2024

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By: Aram Kumar, BA Exercise Science, CSCS

October Opportunities: Yoga as Recovery

Oct 27, 2024

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Are you looking for a recovery program for just about any sport, any lift, any training plan? Why not try yoga? It addresses full ROM for every joint, helps to relax the muscles and then stretch them, can get into the deeper connective tissue where soreness often lives and moves the spine in all six directions. If you are looking for sport specific yoga, set up a consult with me on your dashboard! In the meantime, give this short yoga practice a try!

October Opportunities: Foam Rolling

Oct 25, 2024

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by Johnny Martin, CPT Foam rollers are a great thing to incorporate into your daily stretch routine. Foam rollers help alleviate any myofascial adhesions that can cause inflexibility and muscle imbalance throughout the body. In other words, it is used to loosen and release any knots that might be lurking within your muscles. Meaning it can improve soreness, tightness, or inflammation that occurs from working out.

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