Do You Work Your Transverse Abdominis?

No, you do not work these from just doing your ordinary sit ups. In fact why would you be doing sit ups in your training routine anyway? Yes it is a ‘core’ exercise however it is only working your abdominals in one plane of movement and this is not functional. Just think how often in […]

Mountain Climbers……..Add Something New To Your Core.

This is a great exercise as not only does it work a core in a functional, transverse plane but you also are working your shoulders, arms and glutes. Remember: Core tight, Feet wide, Drive your knee across to your opposite elbow, Looking down at the floor (not at the wall in front of you). This […]

What do you consume after exercise and why?

Proper nutrition is essential to help not only athletes recover from competitions, but also you after your workout. It is widely accepted that carbohydrates are a critical fuel source during exercise and also play a major role in promoting recovery after exercise (ideally consumed within 30 minutes upon completion of workout). However, the importance of […]

Thinking of taking a few months off……This is what Happens

Although resting muscles for recovery is important we can actually detrain our muscles if we take too long before we use them again. Detraining starts to occurs within a relatively short time period after training ceases. Approximately 10% of strength is lost after 8 weeks of inactivity, but 30-40% of muscular endurance is lost during […]