Fitness
New Rules of Lifting Review
I received a gift in the mail from Lou Schuler and Alwyn Cosgrove. They sent me their recent book, The New Rules of Lifting for Abs. Great Bathroom Reading This book made it quickly to […]
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Rotator Cuff of the Hip
I heard a reference to Rotator Cuff of the Hip some time ago. It was way back as an undergrad at Simon Fraser University. I was reading an article on the topic and found it […]
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The Cause of Noncontact Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the four main ligaments in the knee. It’s located deep within the joint, behind the femur, and in front of the tibia. The ACL connects the femur […]
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Muscle Imbalances and Hockey Players
A few weeks back, I interviewed Maria Mountain. She specializes in goalie training. She wanted to get my thoughts on muscle imbalances and goalies. Below I chat about: hip flexor and lower ab strains, are […]
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Lower Back Pain Due to Leg Press Machine
I was digging in my YouTube channel and came across this video. And I don’t think you have seen it. I know you will find it exciting and get you thinking about lower back pain […]
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Why the Psoas Isn’t the Devil
When understanding the human body, we often hear that the psoas is the devil. It’s the reason why so many people have trouble squatting. It’s related to sciatica, and tight psoas can lead to back […]
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Hockey Training Mistake
In order to become a better hockey player, you need to train like one. That means experimenting with new drills and methods to challenge yourself in ways you never thought possible. However, training as a […]
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Runners Knee Exercise Program
Runner’s knee, or patellofemoral pain syndrome, is just what it sounds like: knee pain that stems from the patella (kneecap) and the femoral (thigh) bone. It’s common among runners, exceptionally competitive ones. It’s a condition […]
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What is New with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Patellofemoral pain syndrome is a common overuse injury of the hip that affects some people more than others. While no one knows what causes PFS, some researchers think hip problems are often caused by “micro-damage” […]
Core Stability
Problem with Overtraining Your Abs
There always seems to be a new trend when it comes to working out. Last year, it was squatting; this year, it’s ab-crunching. The problem with most fads is that they don’t last long, and […]