Fitness
Bench Press Shoulder Pain
I have been doing research this week. A colleague, Brenda Adams, emailed me and asked if I had any references on what muscle was used during the bench press. I know what muscle works, but […]
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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 […]
Fitness
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” […]
Fitness
Most Important Exercise to Overcome Lower Back Pain
Since my back flare-up, I have been thinking about lower back pain a lot. The lower back is composed of many muscles, ligaments, and bones that all work together to keep us upright and mobile. […]
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 […]
Fitness
First Friday of the Month
I am a day late. The posts have fallen by the wayside, and I’ve neglected my usual daily blogging routine. But there is still more to say, so here we are with another update that […]
Fitness
Manual Therapy Techniques for Treating Myofascial Pain
People with myofascial pain experience muscle pain in one or more specific areas of their bodies. Myofascial pain refers to pain that is triggered by muscle contractions. If you’ve ever had a muscle pull, you […]
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Show and Go Review by Eric Cressey
A few weeks back, I got an advance copy of Eric Cressey’s Show and Went Training Manual. Eric’s program is Show and Go: High-Performance Training to Look, Feel and Move Better. I have been reading […]
Fitness
7 Exercises to Improve Your Squat
Squatting is one of the most functional lower-body moves you can perform. It’s also one of the most prone to imbalances and bad habits. That’s why improving your squat is so essential. If you don’t […]
Fitness
Looking for a Personal Trainer in Vancouver
Fitness is not something you do every day. You do it every day, but in a way that you can make it more effective and more enjoyable. An excellent way to start is by finding […]