by jill zeller | Mar 18, 2021 | Blog
Those embarking on the journey of weight loss have probably come across a wide variety of suggestions and usually, most of them don’t work. Even worse, these suggestions might not be healthy as they could have been suggested for a person with a certain body type or...
by jill zeller | Feb 1, 2021 | Blog
Sniffling, sneezing, runny nose, sore throat, watery eyes, itchy eyes, hives and other hay fever symptoms can feel relentless and they are miserable to suffer through. These allergy symptoms are the result of an overactive immune system and they can even escalate into...
by jill zeller | Jan 19, 2021 | Blog
The US is officially the most obese country in the world with the condition affecting both the old and the young. That’s why shows like “My 600-Pound Life” are becoming increasingly common. This is also why the demand for weight loss supplements is on the increase....
by jill zeller | Jan 9, 2021 | Blog
Do you know what fatigue is? Physicians describe fatigue like a common condition in young people with multiple sclerosis. If you’re suffering from this disorder, you’re more likely to also deal with extreme tiredness at some time. However, you can experience fatigue...
by jill zeller | Nov 2, 2020 | Uncategorized
Developing a meditation practice takes … practice. Mental fitness is like physical fitness: you need more than a few deep breaths or twenty sit-ups to get lasting results, but the longer you stick with it, the easier it becomes, and the more benefits you’ll notice....
by kduffy | Oct 16, 2014 | Uncategorized
Physical and verbal cues Verbal: Cues work similarly to motivation, if your parents want you to be All-American that is extrinsic motivation, if you have the desire to be an All American that is intrinsic motivation and that is a much more powerful tool. Similar...
by kduffy | Oct 7, 2014 | Uncategorized
The Art of Coaching. The FIRST thing you need to know about coaching is that it is a two way street, the athlete and the strength coach are both responsible for the task ahead and the desired results. That being said knowing your athletes is key, their age group,...
by becky hotek | Jul 20, 2014 | Intern
It happens every year; the freshmen athletes arrives on campus, anxious and ready to get started. This year I had the opportunity to be the first to meet those freshmen at the door, shake their hands and welcome them into the weight room. Their first day I was asked...
by matt_kalapinski | Jul 15, 2014 | Uncategorized
Two basic but very important exercises for core stability and strength are Deadbugs and Planks along with the many variations/progressions of these exercises. I’m adamant in saying that these exercises should be included in every warm up routine or program. For me,...
by becky hotek | Jul 14, 2014 | Intern
Last week I took it upon myself to film clips for an instructional video on change of direction and lateral speed work. With a background in soccer, I understand the importance of the development and patterning of these two components of movement. Not only do they...