Posts tagged pull
The 7 Movements you need to Master - Part 1: Push and Pull

Human movement is complex. We can move in multiple planes, with extremely complex joint kinematics, or produce high forces at stunning velocities. Despite the inherent complexities of human movement, most movements can be broken down and contain aspects of 7 fundamental archetypes.

Today we focus on the first two fundamental patterns: The Push and the Pull.

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My 2 Favorite Exercises for Functional Strength

There are literally thousands of exercises out there that you could choose to do. Yet, so many of the exercises I see performed in the gym or on YouTube have little transferability to sport or real life situations.

On the other side of the spectrum, there are also some exercises that not only have great bang-for-your-buck but also help you develop functional strength...

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What are the "Energy Systems" and how to train them - Part 1: Background and ATP-PCr

Most individuals you see in the gym are there because they have been told it is good for them. They're told they need to get 150 minutes moderate intensity physical activity per week, which they usually do by slogging away on the treadmill, elliptical or stationary bike. But are they really better off? Are they actually getting fitter?

Our bodies, in their infinite sophistication, employ 3 primary energy systems which are the ATP-PCr, Anaerobic-Glycolytic and the Aerobic/Oxidative system

We will start by discussing how energy in the muscle is used.

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