An important part of any workout routine is a good stretch afterwards. Many studies show that stretching after a workout accelerates muscle growth, and it also increases the rate of recovery. Not to mention, a good stretch just feels great. Here are a few straightforward stretches you should be doing at the end of any good upper body workout. Stretches are best done after a workout, while your body is soft and supple.
1) Neck stretches – The last thing you want to injure is your neck. Stretch your neck out slowly, without any jerky motions.
a) Side-to-side – Rest your
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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
Yoga Increases Upper Arm Strength
December 20th, 2011 by Jessica B. | Healthy Resolutions
If you have never tried yoga, it might sound strange to hear that it is a great way to build upper arm strength, but it is. Because yoga involves maintaing positions for a long period of time, it can be a great way to build up muscle tone and arm strength.
The advantage of using yoga as a way to build arm strength is that you are using your body to provide resistance. It is also a good way of building strength and tone as you develop flexibility, which means less chance of injury.
Here are a few yoga postures you
The advantage of using yoga as a way to build arm strength is that you are using your body to provide resistance. It is also a good way of building strength and tone as you develop flexibility, which means less chance of injury.
Here are a few yoga postures you
Stairs Tiring You Out?
November 10th, 2011 by Bea | Walking
Have you ever noticed that you can walk and walk and walk without losing your breath, but that walking up four flights of stairs can tire you out so easily? I know that is the case for me. All of my classes are on the fourth floor, and in fact, my room is on the fourth floor as well, so I frequently find myself taking the stairs. It always amazes me that I can be so out of breath once I get to the top, but somehow, the stairs always seem to get the best of me.
One would think
One would think
Recovery After Strength Training
November 4th, 2011 by Angela Yorke | Strength Training
The same commitment you bring to strength training sessions should also be carried into the recovery period that follows. Most of the time, people forget that physical exertion causes “injury” to muscles. Accordingly, muscles that have healed adequately from injury are stronger and last longer, i.e., you gain strength and endurance.
Thus, recovery after strength training is important, but most of us, myself included, tend to neglect this aspect. In fact, post-strength training recovery is easy, but as with almost everything else in life, requires persistence to ensure success.
One of the first things you should do following a strength training
Thus, recovery after strength training is important, but most of us, myself included, tend to neglect this aspect. In fact, post-strength training recovery is easy, but as with almost everything else in life, requires persistence to ensure success.
One of the first things you should do following a strength training
