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Tag: Strength Training

  • Workout Wednesday

    4 Tips to Stay Active and Exercise at Home Founder of Mercola.com, osteopathic physician, and best-selling author, Dr. Joseph Mercola suggests four simple and easy ways to exercise at home. Just a little bit of exercise each day can lower heart disease risk, boost immunity, and improve mental health! Focus on moving throughout the day…

  • Workout Wednesday

    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 are on the rise. Aaptiv is a leading provider of premium digital health and wellness…

  • Workout Wednesday

  • Workout Wednesday

  • Weekend Warrior Challenge

    Challenge #4 What is Plyometrics? “How many times a week should I do a plyometric workout?“ This form of exercise should not be performed every day because your muscles need to recover from the intense high impact exercise. A 48-hour rest period between plyometric circuits is recommended.  Plyometric exercises are not recommended for novice exercisers, or…

  • Weekend Warrior Challenge

    Challenge #2 Strength Training TOTAL BODY:  Ball Squat, Curl to Press Regression: Omit upper body movement Progression: Increase weight by 5 lbs. 2 sets; 12 repetitions; slow tempo; 0-60 seconds rest CHEST:  Ball Two-Arm Dumbbell Chest Press Regression:  Perform on floor mat Progression: One-Arm, alternating 2 sets; 12 repetitions; slow tempo; 0-60 seconds rest BACK:…