It's that time of year where everyone makes a lot of promises to lose weight, but most do little to change their actual lifestyle. Let's be honest; it's hard to find enough hours in the day to work, to spend time with family, to take care of stuff at home, to cook healthy, and to work out. It can get a little stressful, and all too often the thing that ends up getting cut is usually the workout or eating healthy.
There are plenty of evenings that I know I should be hitting the gym, but I find it hard
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Core Strength Training for Runners
January 2nd, 2012 by Mackenzie M. | Strength Training
Core strength training is a popular activity for many fitness enthusiasts. Did you know that there are certain types of strength training for your core that can actually improve your running form and abilities? In fact, there are several types of core training exercises that use an exercise ball that are designed specifically for runners, which contribute to overall form, stamina, and running ability. Below I have listed a few of these exercises that will not only tone your core, but will also contribute to a better running ability.
Ivana Nisaro, of Carmichael Training Systems, recommends doing the following exercises
Ivana Nisaro, of Carmichael Training Systems, recommends doing the following exercises
Myths on Strength Training
December 29th, 2011 by Angela Yorke | Strength Training
Misconceptions about strength training abound even in this age of freely available information. I find it incredible that the following myths are still floating around.
The very young and the very old should stay away from strength training. Strength training is believed to be detrimental to children’s growth, while it is deemed too strenuous for senior citizens. Growing children actually benefit from strength training due to the strength their bones and muscles develop as a result. At the other end of the age spectrum, older athletes reap greater bone density and muscle strength from regular strength training sessions. This helps
The very young and the very old should stay away from strength training. Strength training is believed to be detrimental to children’s growth, while it is deemed too strenuous for senior citizens. Growing children actually benefit from strength training due to the strength their bones and muscles develop as a result. At the other end of the age spectrum, older athletes reap greater bone density and muscle strength from regular strength training sessions. This helps
Ballet to Build Lower Body Strength
December 15th, 2011 by Jessica B. | Strength Training
As a runner, strong calves and a strong lower body are a necessity. You might think that running alone is enough to build a strong lower body, but there are plenty of simple, at home exercises you can do which will increase your strength and stamina while out on a run.
It may sound silly, but ballet is a great way to strengthen your lower body. Even if you are uncoordinated, as I am, a simple way to start is by working your way through the five ballet positions and doing a series of pliés, start with ten per position
It may sound silly, but ballet is a great way to strengthen your lower body. Even if you are uncoordinated, as I am, a simple way to start is by working your way through the five ballet positions and doing a series of pliés, start with ten per position
Core Strength Training in the Snow
December 6th, 2011 by Mackenzie M. | Strength Training
This winter, rather than doing your typical strength training exercises to sculpt your core, head outside into the drifts of frigid snow for an even better workout. The standard activities you do in the snow, from clearing it, to cross-country skiing, to snowshoeing can also double as the perfect exercises for toning your entire core region.
Below is a brief sampling of all of the normal winter activities that do a great job of complimenting your fitness routine.
Snow Removal. There will be dozens of times this winter when the driveway or sidewalk will need to be cleared of snow. Many
Below is a brief sampling of all of the normal winter activities that do a great job of complimenting your fitness routine.
Snow Removal. There will be dozens of times this winter when the driveway or sidewalk will need to be cleared of snow. Many
