by KYLE BROWN, CSCS Some athletes feel that the off-season is a time to let their bodies rest, fall completely off their diets, and spend this time partying the night away with little sleep or regard for their health and fitness. Typically, they use the pre-season as a time to rebound and acclimate to the […]
CONTINUE READINGWritten by by NSCA STRONGEST LINKS and STUART MCGILL PHD There is a lot of confusion about core stability, exercise, injury prevention, and performance enhancement. This is probably due to statements and opinion from people who have never measured stability. We have performed many experiments on stability mechanisms together with trials on pained patients and […]
CONTINUE READINGWritten on December 5, 2013 at 8:52 am, by SOHEE LEE, formerly of Cressey Performance This much I know is true: I’ve been strength training for six years now. I can rock out chin-ups, pull heavy weight off the floor, and squat more than some guys I know. I drink protein shakes almost daily and […]
CONTINUE READINGby MATTHEW SZELOG, ATC, CSCS Beyond the traditional sit-ups and crunches, learn about 4 valuable core strengthening exercises. From the NSCA’s Performance Training Journal. The core is a key component in building an athletic base. Many common misconceptions of how to activate the core can lead to wasted time and possible injury. Targeting specific muscle […]
CONTINUE READING(Lift weights) at Least Two or Three Times per Week 1. Your metabolism will soar As women age, they naturally lose muscle mass. This causes your metabolism to slow, which means you could start building a spare tire by the time you reach your 30s. “When you do weight-bearing exercises, you start revving up […]
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