Forget Everything You Know Articles
 Exercise your Body - Exercise your Mind
(By
Gordon Duffy)
Forget everything you've ever heard about
fitness. In today's frenetic world, with its
constant barrage of messages and images, we
sometimes are led to believe that attaining optimal
fitness is only possible if you are constantly
working out, dieting and subscribing to the latest
fitness fad...
 Think Outside The Cereal Box
(By Gordon Duffy)
We have all heard that breakfast is the most
important meal of the day, but WHAT you eat for
breakfast is also a very important decision. Your
first meal of the day will greatly determine your
energy levels and how your body reacts to foods for
the rest of the day....
The Four
Most Common Strength Imbalances Holding You Back
(By Charles Poliquin)
While it is great to stay current and to embrace new
things, we should all have some healthy skepticism
regarding fads. In the world of strength training,
the wrong fad might prove deadly to your goals...
 Last
Word on Crunches (Or NO MORE Crunches)
(By
Gordon Duffy)
Many people spend the majority of their time in
front of a computer and, as a result, end up with
very kyphotic posture (rounded shoulders and
thoracic spine), tight hip flexors, no gluteal
function, and lower back pain. The last thing they
need to do is more crunches...
Re-examining the Value of Aerobic Exercise: Part I
(Charles I. Staley, B.Sc., MSS)
Ever since the "jogging craze" of the '70's,
aerobic exercise has been the method of choice for
those attempting to "lose weight." Gradually, the
resistance training area of most gyms and clubs is
being scaled back to accommodate all manner of
equipment designed to elevate the heart rate. With
the aerobic revolution in full gear, I feel
compelled to ask, "Why are people getting fatter and
fatter?"...
Re-examining the Value of Aerobic Exercise: Part II
(Charles I. Staley, B.Sc., MSS)
Recently, I questioned the obsession most Americans
have with aerobic exercise - particularly when done
for the purpose of improving physical appearance
(which, of course, is why 99.5% of all people
exercise in the first place). This article prompted
several letters and phone calls, most of which were
critical. Therefore, I'd like to clarify my position
in this second article...
 The
Legendary Wrestler Milo
Legendary wrestler Milo was born in the sixth
century BC in the Greek colony of Croton in southern
Italy. To this day, the athletic accomplishments of
Milo not only have inspired athletes to strive for
greatness but also have had a profound influence on
how we view strength training. What Milo discovered,
as well as what he didn't, can help you smash
through training barriers...
What Is The
Most Important Tool For Golf? - The Golfer!
Clubs don't play the game, the golfer does! The
only way to achieve lower handicaps is to improve
the function of the golfer, the person who actually
swings the club. Proper conditioning is vital to
reach peak performance. Whether you are a golf pro
or just trying to improve your weekend game, train
with the fitness pros... |
