There are only three types of strength exercises: Isokinetic strength training: slow-moving exercises through a full range of motion against a constant force or resistance. Isotonic strength training: moving weight against resistance as in weight lifting. Isometric strength training: applying force against an immovable object, such as a wall. Because of its close association with…
**This post is one of several in an excerpt series from the book, Health in a Heartbeat by Dan Rudd & Sally Edwards** The Three Positive Nutrients: Fat, Carbohydrates, and Protein Fat is a wonderful source of highly concentrated energy. Fat and oils are dense in calories. In one gram you get nine calories…
**This post is one of several in an excerpt series from the book, Be a Better Runner by Sally Edwards & Carl Foster** TRAIL RUNNING: WHY YOU NEED TO HIT THE DIRT Nothing is better for improving foot and leg strength, enhancing overall body stability, and reducing the risk of running injuries than…
**This post is one of several in an excerpt series from the book, Be a Better Runner by Sally Edwards & Carl Foster** Stretching expert, Bob Anderson, recommends that you find four or five stretches that really help you and do them several times per day, including at bedtime. He recommends that you choose…
**This post is one of several in an excerpt series from the book, Be a Better Runner by Sally Edwards & Carl Foster** 11 RULES OF STRETCHING All runners know they should stretch, but hardly anyone really knows how to do it right. Here’s how to get the most out of stretching. 1. WARM…
**This post is one of several in an excerpt series from the book, Be a Better Runner by Sally Edwards & Carl Foster** Lifting weights is good for everyone of every age. But for maximum benefit, you must go into the gym the same way you do when you train for a race: with…
For Immediate Release: March 13, 2017 Sacramento, CA This past week, Heart Zones, Inc launched for the first time into the health club and fitness studio market at IHRSA 2017 in Los Angeles. IHRSA, the International Health, Racquet, and Sportsclub Association, is an international trade show featuring the best fitness brands and companies from around…
For Immediate Release: March 13, 2017 Sacramento, CA This past week, Heart Zones, Inc launched for the first time into the health club and fitness studio market at IHRSA 2017 in Los Angeles. IHRSA, the International Health, Racquet, and Sportsclub Association, is an international trade show featuring the best fitness brands and companies from around…
**This post is one of several in an excerpt series from the book, Be a Better Runner by Sally Edwards & Carl Foster** Common Cross-Training Alternatives I cross-train all year. It allows my running muscles rest while I train my other metabolic and physiological systems and my energy-burning capacity. CYCLING Cycling is a great…
As we close in on IHRSA 2017 it is a great time for clubs around the country / world to be asking themselves great high level questions. One of those questions should be, “how are we going to start or continue to gain and retain members in 2017?”. Having worked with clubs of all shapes and…