Monthly Archives: April 2012

Deadlifts: Which Type is Best For You?

Posted on April 30, 2012 by EdR

by Mike Robertson – 4/25/2012Which type of deadlift is best?Trap bar? Conventional? Sumo?I get this question almost daily. And like most training questions, the best answer typically is, “it depends.”But when that won’t suffice, here are my follow-up questions: What … Continue reading →

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The Dragon Flag

Posted on April 30, 2012 by EdR

by Al Kavadlo – 4/27/2012Back in high school I was hung up on getting a six-pack. In fact, other than wanting to “bulk up,” achieving a chiseled set of abs was probably my number one “fitness” goal.Though I probably spent … Continue reading →

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The Return of Aerobic Work

Posted on April 23, 2012 by EdR

by Anthony Mychal – 4/19/2012Not long ago, I frequently used the word “conditioning.” I thought the best way to condition athletes was through anaerobic workouts that tested the limits of pain and pushed the boundaries of regurgitation. After all, we’re … Continue reading →

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BBC News – Being an optimist ‘may protect against heart problems’

Posted on April 18, 2012 by EdR

By Michelle RobertsHealth reporter, BBC News Being cheerful may protect against heart problems, say US experts. Happy, optimistic people have a lower risk of heart disease and stroke, a Harvard School of Public Health review of more than 200 studies … Continue reading →

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Sugar warning for ‘healthy’ soft drinks

Posted on April 17, 2012 by EdR

People underestimate the amount of sugar in drinks which are perceived to be “healthy”, research suggests. The Glasgow University study asked more than 2,000 people in the UK to estimate how much sugar was in a range of drinks. While … Continue reading →

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Cardio for Strength Athletes

Posted on April 16, 2012 by EdR

by Tim Henriques – 4/13/2012Strength athletes are a studly bunch. We’re consistent, disciplined, structured, and often blessed with a high tolerance for pain. We also tend to sport a bit of an ego, a result of having fellow gym rats … Continue reading →

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Groupes sanguins

Posted on April 13, 2012 by EdR

En bref Perte de poids Parfois oui, parfois non. Choix d’aliments Variété limitée pour les groupes O, A et B. En pratique Besoin de beaucoup de motivation pour être suivi surtout pour les groupes A et O. Modérément facile à suivre à court … Continue reading →

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The 5 Pillars of Functional Movement!

Posted on April 10, 2012 by EdR

By nick On April 9, 2012  I often get asked “what kind of programs do you give to your clients and athletes?” Of course, my answer to that question is always, “it depends on the goal. Different goals require different training!” That said, there … Continue reading →

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Deadlift Assistance 911

Posted on April 9, 2012 by EdR

by Todd Bumgardner, MS – 4/06/2012 When I was a little kid, my parents once had to call 911 for me. It wasn’t for anything serious, though. I was going about my normal routine of being awesome – running like … Continue reading →

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Sous la loupe: le muscle en mouvement

Posted on April 9, 2012 by EdR

Comment les muscles – véritables moteurs de l’activité sportive – réagissent-ils pendant l’effort? De quoi sont-ils composés et à quelles lois obéissent-ils? Portrait « intimiste » de ces artisans du mouvement. Par Martin LaSalle  L’effort musculaire décortiqué Rattaché au squelette par des … Continue reading →

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