Single Leg Squat Regressed
In this video I demonstrate an excellent basic in-home exercise you can do to strengthen the core.
In this video I demonstrate an excellent basic in-home exercise you can do to strengthen the core.
Why Tendons and Ligaments Are a Collagen Story Tendons and ligaments are, structurally, collagen tissue. Type I collagen makes up roughly 60 to 80 percent of the dry weight of a healthy tendon or ligament, organized into densely packed fibrils that give these tissues their tensile strength (Taye et al., 2020; Screen et al., 2015)….
The Basics of Core Training in the Senior Population Core training is essential for everyone, particularly seniors, as it enhances stability and strength in daily activities. Improving core strength is vital to understand that core strength goes beyond just the abdominal muscles; it includes the muscles around the pelvis, lower back, hips, and abdomen. These…
Older people who have never taken part in sustained exercise programs have the same ability to build muscle mass as highly trained master athletes of a similar age, according to new research at the University of Birmingham. Published in Frontiers in Physiology, researchers in the University of Birmingham’s School of Sport and Exercise Science compared muscle-building…
When we talk about stretching, there are a few different types. In this post, I want to talk about Static Stretching. 1.) Static Stretching is used to correct existing muscle imbalances and lengthen overactive or tight muscle tissue. It is the process of taking a muscle to the point of tension and holding that position…
The Overhead Squat (OHS) is a primary assessment tool used by NASM Certified Professionals. It is designed to assess dynamic flexibility, core strength, balance, and overall neuromuscular control. There is ample evidence in the scientific literature to support the use of traditional movement assessments. Because it is a multi-planer (2 planes of motion) exercise and…
Aging doesn’t mean slowing down—it means training smarter, moving better, and building strength that lasts. If you’re over 50 and already have good mobility, an advanced group fitness class could be the key to unlocking your next level of health, energy, and confidence. I focus on helping you stay strong, capable, and independent—because your best…