I've seen all kinds of convoluted ways to determine the ideal squat stance width for an individual. Here’s a quick video demonstration of my own fool-proof method.
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A good exercise training journal is essential for anyone who works out with a purpose. It's not rocket science, but laying out your journal properly will make it easier to track progress and see trends in your training process.
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What are the best abs exercise workouts? In Part 2 of this series we get into the specifics of which exercises I recommend and how to fit core strength routines into your training.
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How should you be training your abs and core? What are the best abs exercise workouts? Do we even need specific core training? To balance the strength in our bodies, I think we do.
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To train effectively in heat, you've got to master hydration. So what're the best ways to stay hydrated in the summer heat? You're going to need to get enough water into you and also replace electrolytes.
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In the humid summer months, sometimes damp clammy skin rubs on other damp clammy bits of skin. After a while, it can lead to major chafing and discomfort. This week’s video shows you how to stop chafing in the gym or on the field.
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This is my #1 rule for how to rehab an injury. It's very simple and applies just as well to overcoming a major weakness or to working on improving your mobility in a certain area/joint. Every day, ask yourself this question…
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This simple corn salad recipe is easy, and it goes perfectly with grilled meat, BBQ, shrimp and fish, most Mexican inspired food, and many other summer favourites.
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I've seen a few Achilles ruptures in my time as a strength coach. Here are two big lessons I've learned about achilles injury treatment.
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If you have knee pain after squatting, this video is for you. These are the 4 most effective techniques that you can do yourself to eliminate knee pain.
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Want to get fitter? Lose some weight? Most people know to do some exercise and be more careful with the foods you eat. But let’s get more specific: You can make these five small changes to be healthier almost instantly.
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You may have heard of HIIT (high intensity interval training), or variations of it like Tabata intervals or the "One Minute Workout" and asked yourself, should I be adding HIIT workouts into my fitness routine? Why should I do HIIT?
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Is Crossfit dangerous? Studies have shown it’s no more dangerous than lots of other popular ways people train and play. The truth is, teaching people to squat, deadlift, push and pull correctly is a game changer. And there are ways everyone can mitigate against the riskier aspect of Crossfit by working out smarter.
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For lots of people, double unders are a frustratingly elusive skill at first. So how can you learn double unders? After 10 years of experimentation, I’ve honed in on the key beginner techniques. Watch my video to see how it’s done.
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Trust and coaching go hand in hand. Trust is built based on how competent, caring and consistent we are. It’s the (sometimes) elusive glue that holds an effective relationship together. If coaching or being coached isn’t working for you, I bet a lack of trust is a big part of the problem.
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There's an important ying and yang in the pursuit of fitness. You need the right doses of "hard training" and "soft training" to reach your fitness goals and ensure your body will work and feel well long term. So how should you balance your workouts?
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Lots of my clients confuse how to split squat properly. I've made a quick video to address that, and to show you a helpful trick to avoid most common split squat mistakes. It’s a fool proof way to ensure you’re keeping the right amount of weight on your front leg.
Yoga is a great tool for building a stronger mind-muscle connection and overall body control, and flexibility. But should you be doing yoga? Find out if yoga is something that can help you reach your sport, weight lifting, or fitness goals.
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A few weeks ago we celebrated the 8th anniversary of Quantum Crossfit with a huge party, and I made these succulent beef ribs to help fuel the fun. I've had lots of requests for the recipe, which is exactly what you're getting in this week's PRC blog post. Enjoy!
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Knowing how to weight training in a way that won't lead to injury and pain isn't natural or automatic. It needs to be taught and practiced. That's why I loved reading Gift Of Injury ... and why you should pay attention to the 4 most important lessons this book teaches.
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