Kettlebell Training
You may have seen Amy Roloff training with kettlebells during her fitness episode of ‘Little People, Big World’. Some of you may already be familiar with kettlebells as they have regained popularity in many gyms…
Category Archives: Stretching
Morning Stretches At The Bar
I’m a huge believer in the necessity of stretching, especially as I get older. I stretch all of my clients, I teach three stretch classes each week at Trainer’s Club; I’ve even appeared on AM…
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…
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…
Traveling Tip #4E: Stretching On The Go!
Jack-Knife Stretch Stand in close to railing, hold firmly and lean back to pike position, hanging on arms, lifting toes off the ground. Hold while allowing low back muscles to relax. Slowly drops hips to…
Traveling Tip #4F: Stretching On The Go!
Chest Stretch This simple stretch can be done on any railing or counter. Keep your arms straight and knees slightly bent. Push your chest toward the ground. Exhale and hold. Watch out for pick-pockets or…