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Internal vs. External Core Exercises : Part One

External core: Muscles that lock down the spine and torso Drawing in the belly button Bracing and holding the breath All very much...

Working out when older - getting up from the floor

In our culture we tend to avoid the floor. We sleep in elevated beds, sit in chairs while eating and working, and sit while reading or...

Working Out With Old Injuries

What is the greatest predictor of injury? Previous injury. Tissue and bone actually heal quite rapidly. But why does that area keep...

Building Strength When 50+ : Where to Start

When we hit our 50s a lot of things start to change. Suddenly we notice that we can no longer just “power through” and be recovered the...

Getting to the “Core” of Terminology

Words do matter. This came to light recently when we were brainstorming about our upcoming core / low back / pelvis workshop. We all...

Working out for Beginners: Part Three - Form Increases Function

Foundation is everything! You wouldn’t build a house on loose shifting sand, and fitness is no different. Or, as Gray Cook of...

Working out for Beginners: Part Two - Set a habit with small manageable steps, build on your success

When you have finally made the decision to start working out you’ll often want to jump in and go all out! But take a minute and think...

Working out for beginners: Part One – finding the right space

The hard part is done! You have decided that you *want* to work out! That right there is an accomplishment, so congratulations! However,...

The Strong Introvert

Fitness classes and gyms can be an overwhelming experience for an introvert. I used to work right next door to a small gym. I would get...