Let’s break it down. Fitness is defined as the bodies’ ability to adapt to stress. The functional element to fitness can be described as the specific stress an individual wants to adapt to. For example – a football player (some positions more than others) require explosive strength, endurance, power, speed,…

When it comes to fitness programs most people recognize (in order to achieve the goal) hard work, determination and consistency are three key ingredients for success. What most individuals fail to realize is the absolute importance of training with perfect technique. This will provide better joint alignment, improve mobility, allow…

Periodization is a term used by trainers, fitness instructors and coaches. It typically refers to a year round exercise program and is common amongst athletes, fitness enthusiasts and any individual serious about his/her goals. Periodization involves lumping specific training objectives into phases in order to constantly manipulate the overload principle….

I noticed something interesting a couple minutes following the workout. Certain Battle Bag exercises, if combined with high intensity bodyweight movements – push ups, pull ups, squats, lunges, burpees, could make a vicious combination – creating a worthy program.

The stretch shortening cycle (SSC) refers to the muscles ability to store and use elastic energy to create more powerful contractions. Most movements in exercise are isotonic muscle contractions. This has two phases eccentric – lengthening under tension (storing elastic energy) and concentric – the muscle shortening or returning to…

The competitive world of sports recalls only the great performers. An impressive lift, time, statistic or general achievement, will surely be surpassed by someone who is bigger, faster and stronger. As a result, modern day athletes are faced with enormous challenges and under much pressure. Whether you’re a team member…

There are few athletes in better condition than wrestlers. One must be in great shape to even practice wrestling. In order to compete in the sport, these athletes must acquire superior skills, strength and conditioning. Wrestling is an extremely technical sport. It requires excellent flexibility, coordination, power, explosiveness, strength endurance…