– Laura Kummerle, PT, DPT, OCS –
Well, although you can experience muscle soreness or DOMS after a workout, if you're getting sore after every workout, you're probably not allowing your body to recover properly or you're switching exercises too frequently.
If you've been in the fitness space for a bit, you may have heard it before. But, what really is it? 👇 Progressive overload is the concept of increasing the demand on your muscles over time to continue to build strength. For example, if you start by doing 10 bodyweight squats, you're going to want … Continue reading What is Progressive Overload and Why is it Important?
Depending on your goals of training, your rest times should vary. We'll go over optimal rest times for when you're working on improving strength, power, hypertrophy, and muscle endurance!
We define and discuss compression and how that relates to training.
How do the hips and core impact each other? We discuss regional interdependence and how this impacts mobility, strength, and control.
Proper core engagement requires regulation of your intra-abdominal pressure. When you engage your core, you are regulating pressure in your abdominal cavity. Your core includes your diaphragm on the top, pelvic floor on the bottom, abdominals on the front/sides, and your paraspinals/other back muscles in the back - so it's not just your 6 pack … Continue reading What is the Proper Way to Engage Your Core?
So, it’s that time of year again and it’s time to figure out gifts for your friends and family. If you’re like me, I always struggle with what to get people. But if they like anything fitness, here are some ideas for either yourself or anyone on your list!
I've been meal prepping in some capacity probably since I moved out of my parents' house. Over the years, I've learned a thing or two. So if you're new to meal prepping or just want some new tips, here are my 5 tips for meal prepping! 1. Strategically choose what you prep Salads don't last … Continue reading Five Healthy Meal Prep Tips That Will Save You Time
How long does it take to see changes in strength and build muscle?
An accessory exercise is an exercise that targets smaller muscles or muscle groups. They can be helpful in training, but when should they be used?