Introduction Marcia Jennings, Movement Biomechanics Hopeful, asks should I really do Full Range of Movement ALL the time? The simple answer is NO. Are any movements in life really done through Full Ranges of Motions? If so, what are they? If not, what movements do we do then? What to do about ROM? ROM is ...…
Introduction Everyone tries to be perfect, when the only thing you can really be is better – if it tests well. Adam Glass, did several tidbits on exercise form here. Sacred Cows: Exercise Form 1 Sacred Cows: Exercise Form 2 Sacred Cows: Exercise Form 3 But I’d like to show you some of my findings. ...…
Introduction In light of Frankie’s article on Better Micromovements, what I’ve noticed is there’s no article on Better Macromovements. What I think most people forget is most of the concepts he’s outlined also applies to macromovements too. This article series will explain how I’ve interpreted the micromovement manifesto and specifically applied it to my personal ...…
Introduction Everywhere I go everyone is wreaking havoc on their bodies, especially here in Sacramento. Coming from working on Elk Grove Florin’s 24 Hour Fitness 3 years ago, I saw people working against, rather then with their bodies making them weaker and less powerful than they ever could be. You could say that they loved ...…
“If it ain’t broke don’t fix it” – unknown Read that and ask yourself if you agree with it. If you believe there is no need to change up your training, then you need only stop reading now. There is a dangerous possibly this article will get you thinking about trying some different things “Pain ...…
Introduction The Planche for almost anyone is no easy feat. Some people have only been messing with this Movement for only 6 months and BAM. They get it. On the other hand, I am not one of the lucky few. In fact, in almost everything I do, none of the typical training methods work. Maybe ...…
Introduction I hate stretching. I know there’s a few more people that do too. Why do I hate it? Sure there’s some scientific research saying it has no effect on performance or reducing injuries, but I just find it boring…but that’s not why I hate it. It’s boring, I hate staying still, and it takes ...…
Introduction I’ve been coaching clients and teaching trainers what all this Gym Movement stuff is and they get lost. They tell me OMG, I’m testing EVERYTHING, is there really all that much more to test…OH YEAH BABY there is. This article is no means exhaustive, but gives you a better sense of things I’ve tested ...…
What is it? Biofeedback Training is a way for you to determine YOURSELF what is the best programming for you. Basically, it’s not about following a routine, it’s not about following prescribed sets and reps. It’s about what your body wants, and how to improve it. Everything works…just depends if its good or bad to ...…
Introduction In this article, David Dellanave shares how he’s attained several feats of strength that many people have tried and failed – the beast pullup, 3x bodyweight deadlift on multiple occassions (due to increasing or decreasing weight), and the beast pistol. One of his biggest feats of strength he’s attained in just 3 years is ...…