Warming up in the Gym is essential. We could all agree on that. But, not everyone does a very good job of it. And the reason may simply be, that warming up is not as easy as all that. There are a few key reasons I (or any trainer for that matter) want’s people to… Continue Reading
Monthly Archives: April 2007
Qigong, and the Art of Slowing Down
Qigong is an ancient Eastern practice similar to Yoga. And, it can be a good complement to an exercise training routine. From the NYTimes: “The realm of working out has shifted from people just wanting to build bulk and lean, toned muscles to them understanding that the inner health of the body is just as… Continue Reading
Fat, the Inside Scoop
PBS has a show on tonight (at least in my area) called, “Fat, What No one is Telling you.” I haven’t watched it yet, but I’m going to.
D.T. Suzuki, and the Calm Mind
D.T. Suzuki is, for the west, the best ambasidor of Zen Buddhism to have come around. Zen is an elusive faith, that has great implications for those who are trying to reduce their own stress levels. PBS has a page on him, and his thoughts on Faith, God, and the meaning of Life.
David vs. Goliath: Loprinzi's Gym takes on Golds
Loprinzi’s Gym (the Gym I Train at) is faced with quite the challenge. A Golds gym is set to open up just a few blocks away, and the fate of this little neighborhood spot may not be so fantastic. Here’s an article about the conflict in the Oregonian And a Video about the gym, from… Continue Reading
Ricky Williams, Pot for Pain in a Puritanical Nation
Ricky Williams is on permanent suspension from the NFL because he used Pot as a pain killer to help him get through games. NFL players often need to be medicated to make it through their games, as the injuries of the past are constantly haunting them. But, apparently there is a deep double standard when… Continue Reading
An Old School, Quick, Fast, and Hard Workout: The Scotts Press
This is a tough one, but if your swamped for time, and need a quick whole body workout, it fits the bill. Stand with the bar on your back and squat down. Then Press the Bar up while remaining in the full squat position. You’ll feel your thighs burning, and your back struggling to stay… Continue Reading
