The Importance of Range of Motion
If you work out in a gym you've probably seen someone doing an exercise with short quick movements, perhaps with too much weight. This is...
If it Hurts, Stop.
Sometimes, we hear a story from a patient that goes something like this: "I was doing an exercise at the gym and I felt a sharp pain, but...
Don't Bypass Your Weakest Link
If you've spent enough time at a gym, you've probably seen a weightlifter use the item pictured above. Its a wrist strap which some...
Avoid Pattern Overload
Pattern overload is the overuse of certain muscles by performing the same motion repetitively, usually in a manner that isolates some...
For Better Strength Shock Your Body Some More
Last week we discussed the importance of changing your routine to shock your body to get better cardio results. This week we want to...
To Lose Weight, Lift Weights
With the holiday season coming to an end, many of you are making plans to shed some pounds in the new year. When you are trying to lose...
How To Breathe Properly
Breathing is an important part of exercising. Although how you should breathe is somewhat dependent on the type of activity, when it...
The Proper Way To Be A Weekend Warrior
With the never-ending demands of modern life, many find it hard to allocate time to physical activity during the work day. But because...
How To Perform A Squat
Last week we discussed the importance for marathoners to also do strength training for their legs. This advice applies to everyone, as...
Order of Exercises
A common question patients and clients ask us is what's the best order for working out: cardio first or weight training? and can one do...
