Hello Readers, Today’s trainer tip is: When going underneath the barbell, make sure the bar is not pressed up against your neck. The bar should be sitting on your traps — depending on the stance (high bar or low bar) it might be lower on the back or higher, but never against the neck. MakeContinue reading “Tuesday Trainer Tip #2”
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Keep Kids Moving
It is no secret that we are in the age of the technology — if it has a screen and turns on, it usually will have a child attached to it (metaphorically speaking) LOL. I realize technology has its place in our world and with it constantly improving, I can see why it captures theirContinue reading “Keep Kids Moving”
Mentality First
Much like yesterday’s post, we are going to talk about “mentality” and dig into why this is important for wanting to start your fitness journey — and what it means to put “mentality” first. For many of us we have to be in the “mood” to do something that we really don’t like doing, orContinue reading “Mentality First”
Foam Rolling For Fitness
Do You Foam Roll? You should! although most people only consider doing so during rehab after an injury; but foam rolling is great for warming up before a run, or before getting started on your lifts. The motto goes “if it doesn’t hurt, you aren’t doing it right” and to be honest, that motto fitsContinue reading “Foam Rolling For Fitness”
Alternatives to the squat
If Doing Squats is not for you… Try something new Photo by Sven Mieke on Unsplash For most people, squats are the essential part of leg day. even more so for those who want work on their glutes and build strength in their legs – but as a personal trainer, I have had clients who weren’t fond ofContinue reading “Alternatives to the squat”
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