I’ve been pretty disappointed with the fitness field and it’s influx of unqualified sketchy Personal Trainers that are also Actor/Models/Dancers/ or insert anything else thats contract based…
The “Tread Push”
Everyone has used the treadmill for sprints, back pedaling, shuffling etc… And there are so many other types of treadmills that can crush you, such as the Tred-Sled:
Rest and Speed
Sprint Training
Running mechanics and technical efficiency are very important in many sports, sprinting is one of them. In fact many people envision sprint training as high intensity, non-stop pace, similar to what you’ll see in a BS fitness media show (biggest loser).
Why Personal Training Certifications Do NOT Matter?
The personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach, sports performance coach, physical preparation coach or whatever tag line you want to put as your title, it’s still all about fitness. The problem with fitness is that it’s unregulated, there is no state licensure to show that you have a standardized foundation. While many personal trainers, especially in New York City, like to say that they are “certified”, what does this actually mean?
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Fitness Smoke and Mirrors
So we all know it’s the new year and everyone is into working out. This is great, I love training and I wish more people would appreciate it too. BUT [Read more…]
Training and Nutrition- The Holiday Edition
Just because it’s the Holidays doesn’t mean you should go balls to the wall and eat everything in sight, BUT it also doesn’t mean you HAVE to stay away from your favorite meal or pastry. With that said, my typical rule is to say to yourself, “Is it worth it?”