Decades ago, abdominal crunches and sit ups were the go-to exercise for abdominal and core conditioning. Over the years, we’ve learned that they may not be the best exercise to strengthen our core to play sports, walk, run, jump, lift or perform other daily activities. It is true that strengthening your core is critical for optimal…
We are celebrating our 18th Anniversary at Northwest Personal Training and Drew Carney from the KGW Early Morning Show recently did a segment with us to discuss what has changed over the last 18 years since we opened our doors. Here’s the highlights from that segment: Dynamic Warm-up It used to be common practice to perform static stretching before…
Spring is officially here and as we start to experience the longer, warmer and dryer days it gives many of us a boost of energy. Plus it often reminds us that summer is on its way including hiking, golfing, swimming, tennis, cycling, baseball, water sports and other summer activities! So along with the spring cleaning…
Until you experience chronic back pain, it’s hard to imagine how much it can negatively impact all areas of your life. The sad reality is that 80% of us will suffer with back pain at some point in our life. But the good news is that….. ……90% of lower back problems are preventable with inadequate…
Spring and summer are just around the corner and are often a good motivation for many of us to shed some of those winter layers and get into beach-body shape. But beyond vanity and looking good, strengthening your core is also critical for optimal health. If your core is strong, that strength radiates out to…
Abdominal crunches and sit-ups still seem to be the go-to exercise when someone wants to strengthen their core but they may not be doing as much as we think to develop the strong torso we need to play sports, walk, lift or perform other daily activities. So the question becomes Core Conditioning – To Crunch or Not Crunch? The problem…
Strengthening your core is critical for optimal health. If your core is strong (core strength), that strength radiates out to your extremities and you will be better able to stabilize and align your body, absorb and brace for any impact and move your body more efficiently and with better mechanics. It’s important to mention that your…
Soccer players are amazing athletes possessing exceptional speed, agility and kicking, jumping and throwing power. The following drills will enhance performance in all components of the game. Click on the link below for photos and descriptions of all exercises. http://www.columbian.com/news/2012/may/07/exercises-to-help-soccer-players-enhance-their-ski/ …
Baseball, a favorite American summer activity for kids and adults, requires speed, throwing power and batting strength. Click on the link below to learn exercises to enhance performance and minimize injury. http://www.columbian.com/news/2012/apr/30/baseball-conditioning-aids-game-cuts-aches/ Yours in health and fitness, Sherri…
Heading down to your local community pool for a relaxing swim is an activity that many look forward to. But if want to swim with more strength and greater efficiency and avoid feeling like you’re about to drown, click on the link below for some exercises to improve your swimming performance. http://www.columbian.com/news/2012/apr/23/eager-to-hit-the-pool-these-exercises-are-good-pre/ Yours in health…
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