Published in In Fitness And In Health·PinnedMember-onlyThe Mt. Rushmore of Core ExercisesIf you could only do 4 for the rest of your life… — There are hundreds of different core exercises in the vast fitness universe. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned pro, it can be challenging to widdle down the list and select the best ones for you. On the other hand, you may be hesitant to step outside of your…Health6 min readHealth6 min read
Published in Runner's Life·PinnedMember-onlyHow To Prevent Stiffness As You AgeA kinesiologist’s guide to running well into your later years — Although we can do everything in our power to live healthy lives, it’s impossible to fully delay aging. Some bodily processes begin to break down over the years, and it’s just part of life. For example, the complaint around progressive stiffness is a completely valid one. As the body grows…Running6 min readRunning6 min read
Published in In Fitness And In Health·PinnedMember-onlyThe Most Underrated Way To Improve Your HealthIt’s exercise, but not as you know it — Sometimes the simplest of fitness principles are the ones that go under the radar. In this case, the difference between exercise and physical activity is often greatly overlooked. We’re fed all of these fancy-looking videos and articles that show us how to train, when to train, and why we’re never…Health4 min readHealth4 min read
Published in Runner's Life·Mar 15Member-onlyThe Simplest Way To Avoid Knee Injuries ForeverThree exercises absolutely every runner needs! — While knee injuries can be painful and complicated, the solutions are often very simple. When it comes to this joint, pain and discomfort are likely rooted in a strength and functionality deficit. Fortunately, this can be solved quickly if you know how to train your knees in a way that…Running4 min readRunning4 min read
Published in Runner's Life·Mar 8Member-onlyHow To Erase Back & Glute Pain Before Your RunBeing proactive will eliminate pain and unnecessary soreness! — I hear two frequent complaints from my running clients: a sore back and weak, fatigued glutes during and after training. This often affects how runners finish their workout and recover/prepare for their next race. It can also contribute to gradually building up overuse injuries or burnout over time. …Running5 min readRunning5 min read
Published in In Fitness And In Health·Feb 20Member-only5 Reasons Why You’re Not Recovering From Your InjuryIf you keep these in mind, you’ll heal much faster and safer! — Being a personal trainer, kinesiologist, and recipient of many injuries, I know how difficult and exhausting the process of recovery is. Through my experience in both professional and personal contexts, I’ve gained a deep understanding of what it takes to truly expedite your recovery and get back to wellness. While…Health4 min readHealth4 min read
Published in Runner's Life·Feb 19Member-onlyHow To Overcome Five Common Setbacks Runners FaceA fool-proof way to stay healthy and happy while running. — Being a kinesiologist and avid runner, I’ve grown familiar with the roadblocks that frequently come between athletes and their goals. Whether psychological or physical, there are specific challenges that virtually all runners face at one point in their training or another. …Running5 min readRunning5 min read
Published in Runner's Life·Feb 14Member-only5 Movements To Get You Primed for Any Running WorkoutWhether you’re a sprinter or distance runner, this is built for you! — A huge barrier for many runners to achieving their maximum potential is time. This often prevents them from getting a complete warm-up in before working out. While it’s understandable that not everyone can pull off a 30-minute dynamic routine, this doesn’t have to mean you abandon this phase altogether. …Running5 min readRunning5 min read
Published in In Fitness And In Health·Feb 10Member-only3 Exercises That Can Solve Your Hip Immobility Nearly InstantlyThey’re free, fast, and incredibly effective! — Whether you’re struggling with back pain or sore knees, there is a high likelihood that immobile hips have something to do with it. Just like with the back, if you have issues around the all-important hip joint, you will likely experience problems down the chain. While this issue can be…Health4 min readHealth4 min read
Published in In Fitness And In Health·Feb 2Member-only3 Creative Ways To Gain Serious Upper-Body Strength at HomeEliminate pain & injuries fast with these easy techniques! — You don’t need a gym pass to build a strong upper body. If you’re looking to develop strength and endurance for activities of daily life, you can easily achieve this without the use of fancy equipment or machines. …Health5 min readHealth5 min read
