Category Archives: Fitness Assessment

Workout Wednesday

Posted on September 30, 2020 by rrluthi

When I think of the numbers, 2020, “perfect vision”  first comes to mind… But, the year, 2020, has been far from “perfect”… It is a crazy time! With more people working from home, changing their lifestyles, and starting to embrace imperfection, virtual workouts … Continue reading →

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Motivation Monday

Posted on April 6, 2020 by rrluthi

With the gym closures nationwide, are you experiencing “Spin withdrawals”? Do you miss snapping your SPD clips into the pedals of a Spin bike? Are you seeking other ways to maintain your cardiovascular endurance? As a Certified Spin Instructor, I … Continue reading →

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Injury: Prevent Before Invent

Posted on October 3, 2016 by rrluthi

Don’t invent a new musculoskeletal injury – Prevent it. Perform the following exercises at your desk to prevent discomfort and injury. Long, stressed hours at your desk can create tight muscles, stiff joints, and decrease circulation. These exercises will relax muscles, increase joint range of … Continue reading →

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I Got Taped!

Posted on August 25, 2014 by rrluthi

Rock Taped, that is! Do you experience shoulder, hip, low back, or knee pain? Do you need to improve your posture? Rock Tape is the answer! Rock Tape: Decreases pain Improves circulation, allowing more nutrients to reach the sore region speeding the … Continue reading →

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Poll: Exercise Barriers

Posted on June 22, 2014 by rrluthi

What is your exercise barrier? Submit your answer below, and I will provide a solution next Friday. Stayed tuned!

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Poll: Exercise Barriers

Posted on June 20, 2014 by rrluthi

What is your exercise barrier? Submit your answer below, and I will provide a solution next Friday. Stayed tuned!

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Test Your Posture: Part 3

Posted on June 10, 2014 by rrluthi

The last post of this three part series will cover your shoulder complex and upper body positioning.  I will discuss the three common postural distortions observed in my clients, and recommend flexibility and strengthening exercises to combat these asymmetries, or muscle … Continue reading →

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Test Your Posture: Part 2

Posted on June 3, 2014 by rrluthi

The second post of this three part series will cover your low back and hip positioning, also known as the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex (LPHC).  I will discuss the three common postural distortions observed in my clients, and recommend flexibility and strengthening … Continue reading →

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Test Your Posture: Part 1

Posted on May 27, 2014 by rrluthi

Sit up straight! Stand up straight! Shoulders back!  Chest out! Abs in! You have learned the importance of good posture since you were a kid.  But, how do you assess your posture? “Do I have good posture?”  “Do I have poor posture?” … Continue reading →

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