Strength Training for Children,a review of research literature
Two of the most frequently asked questions about children and strength training are; "Is it safe for kids to lift weights?" And "At what age can kids start lifting weights?" The sad truth is, many dou ..
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Facts About Fat Burners
There are hundreds, perhaps thousands of nutritional products and schemes on the market promising the uninformed consumer faster and easier fat loss. The truth is, the vast majority of these products ..
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I Know Squat – Part 2: Proper Squatting Technique
By Fred Hatfield, Ph.D., MSS
Read I Know Squat - Part 1: A Primer for Beginners in the Squat
Welcome back to our series on the Philosophy of Squat. In this installment Dr. Squat takes a look at wh ..
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Optimizing your Latissimus Dorsi through Proper Biomechanics
Although not as heralded as its anterior counterpart the pectoralis major or chest, the latissimus dorsi is synonymous with that elusive, highly sought after V-taper. Unfortunately, due to the inabili ..
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Supplements For Boosting Testosterone Levels, Yea or Nay.
One category of dietary supplements that continues to experience controversy is the so-called prohormones or testosterone precursors. For purported muscle building enhancement these products typically ..
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I Know Squat – Part 1: A Primer for Beginners in the Squat
My youngest son, Beau, has a sign in his room which reads "Beau knows Squat." I like it! Of course, it's a play off the ol' Bo Jackson thing, but I don't care. I know Beau, and I don't know Bo. And, B ..
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Charles Poliquin Seminar Experience
One of the most important things you can do to ensure your success in the gym and/ or as a fitness professional is to constantly further your education. One of the best ways to accomplish this is to a ..
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Improve Muscle Balance and Stability for Increased Performance – Part 2
Faulty Alignment of the Head, Neck, Shoulder Complex
Welcome back for the second installment of my three-part series on muscular imbalance and its effects on performance. I hope you took the opportun ..
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Youth Strength Band Training – Part 2
This is a series about using strength bands in your workout, be sure to check out Part 1 of the Youth Strength Band Training. When working with children, bands and balls are a great alternative to w ..
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