by Laura Longstaffe | Sep 19, 2014 | Fitness (Return to Blog)
Being aware of your HR can also help you choose which energy system to workout. Heart rate max (HRM) is calculated as 220 – age. Exercising approximately at 50-70% of HRM challenges the aerobic system, 70-85% challenges the glycolytic system and exercising above...
by Laura Longstaffe | Aug 25, 2014 | Fitness (Return to Blog)
The whole idea behind training for muscular strength is to be able to lift heavy loads with proper movement mechanics. In this training phase, your long-term goal is to lift incrementally heavier within given amounts of time so that you can eventually reach your...
by Laura Longstaffe | Jun 17, 2014 | Fitness (Return to Blog)
In order to practice lower abdominal workouts safely and effectively, the lower back must be strengthened first. Muscles in the lower back support the spine and strengthen the stabilizer muscles. Some of those muscle groups make up the “core”. The core is what...
by Laura Longstaffe | Feb 19, 2014 | Fitness (Return to Blog)
The debate surrounding which weight training method is better – free weights or machines – has been going on for a long time. Much of the answer comes down to personal preference. Weight machines are often considered a quick and dirty way of improving one’s strength...
by Laura Longstaffe | Dec 20, 2013 | Fitness (Return to Blog)
As the core has a weight-bearing function for your lower back, when the core is weak, you are more likely to experience back pain and back problems. Training your core improves your core stabilizers which act to support muscle action by providing a rigid base of...
