Restore the Core
This information is from Chris Kelly’s eLearning continuing education course: Restore the Core: Integrated Core Training for Real World Function. See the full course for additional core assessments with video, and several core exercises and progressions with videos. Click here for more information on these courses available on the NFPT website. Much like a weight […]
Try the Sty: Adding Mud to your Workout
Ever heard the expression “happy as a pig in mud?” Mud adds delirium to everyone’s life – from this little piggy to that healthy human. Plus, it’s the perfect addition to any fitness regimen. Mix It Up Adventure race training that incorporates both mud and obstacles is a challenge like no other. These types of […]
Exercising to Reduce Stroke Risk
It is known that exercise reduces the risk of heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. The findings demonstrate that “one of the most simple, natural and cheapest ways of preventing a stroke is to exercise regularly”. Regular, moderate exercise could decrease your risk for stroke almost by half, according to […]
Tips for Training the 45+ Age Group
What should individuals 45 years of age and older look for when shopping (interviewing) for a personal trainer? According to recent research, 51% of all personal training clientele are 45 years of age or older. This would stand to reason as this group has over 50% of the discretionary income, and more importantly spend more […]
The Reality of Reducing Body Fat
To say that Americans are preoccupied with losing weight is putting it mildly. Losing weight isn’t hand, but even the most “experienced” losers often do not understand how to do so effectively and safely. The process is simple, but it has been complicated over the years by tabloid headlines-getting diets that proclaim things like “Lose […]
Exercise of the Week: Straight Barbell Row
Straight Barbell Rows are a staple movement to develop maximum pulling strength and core stability. Emphasis The primary muscles stressed in this movement are the muscles in your upper back (latissimus dorsi and rhomboids). The secondary muscles stressed are the biceps, lower back and shoulders. Starting Positions Grip a weighted bar with your arms extended […]
Exercise of the Week: Wide Grip Lat Pulldown (To the Front)
Emphasis The primary muscles stressed in this movement are the muscles in your upper back (outer latissimus dorsi). The secondary muscles stressed are the biceps and shoulders. Starting Position Grip the bar in the designated position with your arms extended straight up over your head (grip will be determined by the width of your shoulders). […]
Exercise of the Week: Medium Grip Lat Pulldowns
Emphasis The primary muscles stressed in this movement are the muscles in your upper back (latissimus dorsi – middle toward the center of the back). The secondary muscles stressed are the shoulders and biceps. Starting Position Using a bar with stirrups in each end, grip the stirrups and extend your arms straight up over your […]
One Arm Dumbbell Rows
Emphasis The primary muscles stressed in this movement are the muscles in your upper back (latissimus dorsi and rhomboids). The secondary muscles stressed are the shoulders and biceps. Starting Position Place your left knee on a flat bench and place your left hand approximately 2 to 2 1/2 feet ahead of your knee. Place your right […]
Exercise of the Week: Seated Cable Row
Emphasis The primary muscles stressed in this movement are the muscles in your upper back (latissimus dorsi and rhomboids). The secondary muscles stressed are the shoulders and biceps. Starting Position Grip the handle as designated by the trainer as you sit on the seat with your arms extended forward, keeping your shoulders back. Bend forward […]