Pre and Post Workout Nutrition
The importance of nutrition is well known. The ability to impact mood, weight, energy levels, immunity, and disease fighting mechanisms can all be done with what is put into our bodies. We really are what we eat. The benefits of working out are substantial. Moving is a necessity to our lives. It only makes sense that nutrition and exercise go hand in hand. An important aspect is pre and post workout nutrition. Certain foods can increase energy and allow for a greater workout. In the same way, post workout foods give
Static and Dynamic Stretching
Stretching is incredibly important. Knowing the different types and when they should be done is equally as important. The two types of stretching that should be used are static and dynamic. Both types stimulate different muscular responses. Any kind of stretching is beneficial. It will lead to better performance, increased hypertrophy, reduced stress, increased range of motion,decreased risk of injury, and much much more! However, there is a common misconception around stretching on which and when it should be done. Static stretching As the name states, static stretching is static, or held
Avoiding the Butt Wink
It sounds cute and fun, but after it happens, you may not think so! The butt wink is probably one of the more common topics among the fitness industry. What causes it and how to stop it can be different for everyone. Like most things - there is not a one size fits all. I do think; however, that we can all agree we want to be avoiding the butt wink. What exactly is this butt wink? Squats are my favorite exercise. They build big, strong, balanced legs and there are so
Heal with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
It involves oxygen and pressure. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a non-invasive, natural way to promote healing in your entire body. Simply put, your body is supplied with more oxygen than it can get at normal conditions, and put under pressure that speeds up your body’s utilization of that oxygen. Body tissue needs oxygen to function. When tissue is damaged, it requires more oxygen to heal. If red blood cells are deprived of oxygen, they cannot carry out necessary functions that keep our bodies safe and healthy. How it works / What it
Understanding Reciprocal Inhibition
I know, it sounds like a different language, but stay with me. Reciprocal inhibition is a neuromuscular reflex that affects you on a daily basis. Dysfunction with this process can lead to injury, so it is important to understand what it is and how you can use it to help you avoid pain and perform better. Now for the science
Recharge Your Body with PEMF Therapy
Think of yourself as a battery, and the PEMF machine as your wattage. You need wattage to power a battery and for it to function properly. That is exactly what PEMF therapy does, it recharges your body. Instead of recharging a battery though, you are recharging all of your cells. How does PEMF therapy work? PEMF therapy, or pulsed electromagnetic field therapy, is electromagnetic waves that are sent into your body to stimulate cellular activity. Cells move ions though a membrane made up of proteins. This allows the cells to communicate with
How Strong Glutes Prevents Pain
Train your glutes and prevent pain! And not just because they are the most aesthetically pleasing muscle. Glutes are one of the most important muscles for everything from allowing proper movement patterns, improving stability, balancing out joints, preventing pain, and more! These muscles are well underrated for the good they do for the body. What do the glutes do? For the purpose of this post, when I talk about glutes I am going to be talking about the gluteus maximus. The glute max is the biggest glute muscle covering almost the entire
Stretching for Optimal Performance
There is no doubt that stretching is an important aspect of a safe, healthy lifestyle. It helps prevent injury, reduce pain, improve posture, relieve tension, calm the mind and body, reduce stress, increase blood flow, and allow for optimal performance. Clearly stretching has effects that everyone can benefit from. The fitness industry neglects stretching. Too often people go through a workout and call it afterwards, missing out on the immense benefits of stretching! Stretching is one of the building blocks to solid, functional workouts and a safe lifestyle. Regardless of whether