Training the appropriate Muscle Fibers for optimum results Human muscle tissue consists of both Fast-Twitch and Slow-Twitch muscle fibers. Slow Twitch muscle fibers are called Type 1 and are capable of producing sub maximal force over an extended period. They are best described as “endurance” fibers. It is these muscle fibers...
Do not punish yourself with a miserable diet Following on from my previous post, Transformation, part 1: why those diets are not sustainable, I want to talk about why you should fuel and trust your body. When we think of the words “diet” and “weight loss” the third word that usually comes to mind...
Transformation [trans-fer-mey-shuh n] noun the act or process of transforming. the state of being transformed. change in form, appearance, nature, or character. Transformation is an operation or process that converts you from your existing state to you into another, newer more desirable state. Like so many processes, there is a formula and components. To get it right, the formula must work and the components must be applied. If they...
Complex Training As I said in Part 1, Complex Training is a method of training that was developed in Eastern Europe to blend results of heavy weight training with plyometrics. It consists of four components: Resistance Training Plyometric Training Sprint Training Sport Specific Training When these components are worked separately, they will...
Every athlete wants improvement Every athlete wants to be a step ahead of their competition, no matter what level they are on. As a result of this ‘want’, the athlete must train harder than they already are. They want to be stronger, fitter, faster, more powerful and more agile. The athlete...
Modified Strongman Training for Athletes Strongman Training is one of the most effective ways to train athletes of any size, shape, and gender and for any sport. By using Strongman techniques, you implement a touch of all the athletic essentials: The brute strength of a Powerlifter The explosiveness of an Olympic contender ...
Becoming hard to kill and training for a zombie apocalypse. As a trainer, I always ask the individual before they start training why they are training or what they are training for. In order for anybody to stick to something you must have a definite reason. This is the most important...