The Language of Fitness Every subculture has its own terminology and the world of fitness is no different. Not long ago complaining about HIIT workouts would have only be relevant to boxers; however thanks to the explosive popularity of high intensity exercise programs, fitness enthusiasts know that HIIT is an acronym for High Intensity Interval Training. The anecdotal … [Read more...]
7 Things to Know About Strength Training
Strength Training Builds Strong Muscles Most people do strength training to improve their aesthetic appearance and create a ‘toned’ physique. Anyone who spends any time in a weight room probably enjoys the opportunity to ‘flex’ their sculpted muscles. What good is spending hours in the gym if you can’t show off the results of the hard work? The perception is that large muscles … [Read more...]
Benefits of Lifting Heavy Weights
Want results from your workouts? Add more weight! For years only a handful of dedicated fitness enthusiasts have practiced a sure-fire method of achieving results from exercise: lifting weights with the heaviest loads possible. Most common gym routines are derived from the bodybuilding world and focus on moderate-to-high repetition ranges, usually 8-15 reps, to … [Read more...]
Dr. Nick Winkelman – the Language of Coaching
When was the last time you tried something new? Whether it was a piece of food, traveling to a place you’ve never been before or simply trying a new exercise, new is scary because it is different an unfamiliar to us. Think about what you do for work, would you be able to take what you’re doing and make a complete switch by moving to a new country to work in a field that you … [Read more...]