Repetitions or Redundantitions?
When do repetitions become redudantitions? Most people waste time in the gym. Said it in my last blog. I’ll say it here again. There are many reasons for wasted time. A lot of people socialize…
Category Archives: Exercise
Just When You Think You Don’t Have Anymore…
I often marvel at the human machine and the complexity of this amazing creation. I’m also intrigued by the power of the mind and our ability to create our own perceived limits. Yesterday morning, I…
The Economy and Exercise: Part 1
Our economy is… not so great. And it doesn’t look like things will improve anytime soon. I’ll restrain myself from joining the circular firing squad of blame and withhold my comments on Big Government’s qualified…
Training While Traveling Tip #6: Equipment
Congratulations! We’ve mastered gravity! Pretty cool concept eh? What goes up, must come down. What if we want more than gravity when we travel? We’ve already talked about hotel fitness facilities being poorly maintained and…
Training While Traveling Tip #5: GRAVITY
News alert! Hotels are in the hotel business. Which means, they’re not in the fitness business. And judging by the condition of most fitness equipment in hotels, they’re not striving to compete. Furthermore, we know…
Traveling Tip #4: Stretching On The Go!
I’m a huge advocate of regular stretching before and after exercise and all through our day. Effective stretching is not limited to the gym and our workouts. We can stretch in our street clothes, at…
Traveling Tip #4A: Stretching On The Go!
Twists A simple stretch to do on any rail, counter or wall. Plant feet firmly and reach behind you as far as you can with your leading hand. Lean into railing to deepen the stretch.…
Traveling Tip #4B: Stretching On The Go!
Shoulder/Chest Stretch Place hands palm-down on railing or counter behind you. Walk slightly forward. SLOWLY lower yourself to a squat position. Exhale and hold. Travel Exercises | Lake Oswego Fitness Trainer | Online Fitness Workouts…
Traveling Tip #4C: Stretching On The Go!
Quadricep Stretch Support foot on railing or counter. Slowly sit-back and reach back for deeper stretch. WARNING: Consult a physician or qualified health professional if you have any concerns about your ability to do this…
Traveling Tip #4D: Stretching On The Go!
Hamstring Stretches Using any rail or counter, stretch hamstrings with chest to thigh. Rotate trunk and reach laterally to stretch waist and open rib cage. WARNING: Consult a physician or qualified health professional if you…