As discussed barefoot training can be a good method of strengthening up the musculature around the ankle though it does not mean that you just have to train in one pair of shoes what follows is a review of the main contenders for minimal support based footwear… Converse…. The main stay of the lifting community,Continue reading “How to Pick a Minimal Gym Trainer: Part Two”
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Hamstrung- Effective Hamstring Training for Performance
Both runners and cyclists in the past have considered the quads to be the primary muscles to develop for performance commonly leading to overbuilt, dominant anterior leg muscles. The hamstrings are among the muscles responsible for running and cycling fast as they are involved in both knee flexion (bending and hip extension (torso straighteningContinue reading “Hamstrung- Effective Hamstring Training for Performance”
Train to be Better- Not Just Tired…
When exercising we all want to be pushed. Indeed fatigue is a good thing. Fatigue effectively shows that we are working at our physical limits for a given attribute. However, the issue I have with higher repetition work is that often form is compromised. When form is compromised the body places undue stress on itsContinue reading “Train to be Better- Not Just Tired…”
Experiments in Fat Loss: Part 2- Cheating and Training…
Two weeks in to a low carb 28 day blitz and quite frankly I am suprised how easy I found it. Cheat day proved to be the highlight of the week and I found after two weeks of focussed eating that I didn’t really want to go overboard from generally eating bad stuff. Every weekContinue reading “Experiments in Fat Loss: Part 2- Cheating and Training…”
Stretching Myths…
Dispelling exercise and nutrition myths is one thing that we do regularly at Results FAST. One subject that often comes up is the question over stretching before a workout. A new study released recently highlights that stretching before activity does not help protect you from injury. Twinned with this a recent piece of research inContinue reading “Stretching Myths…”
What’s New in Weight Loss This Year?…
The title is a bit of a misnomer, “catchy” some might say. In between all the fads what do we know that works? The following details the order of approach that I consider probably the most important. Firstly, diet (or prehaps nutition is the correct phrasing as all diets at the moment seem to beContinue reading “What’s New in Weight Loss This Year?…”
Strength Training and Endurance Athletes…
Strength and the training of strength is still a bit of a misnomer in endurance sports. It is relevant to swiming, cycling and running? Why? Strength training build postural balance and also aims to build efficent movement in the body. There are different facets of strength. Strength endurance is the one most commonly associated withContinue reading “Strength Training and Endurance Athletes…”
New Year Tips- Balance the Scales…
1- Eat Small Meals at Regular Intervals. Rather than eating 3 large meals try to eat 5-7 smaller meals and snacks throughout the day. This will help you regulate your hunger and provide a steady flow of energy meaning you will not be so tempted to start snacking. 2- Drink Water or Green Tea. FruitContinue reading “New Year Tips- Balance the Scales…”
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