RSS

Archive for the ‘Sports Specific’ Category

October 30th, 2009 - 11:05 am § in Legs, Skiing, Top Tips, Weight Loss

The One-Legged Squat (aka ‘The Pistol’)

The first time I ever tried to do a one legged squat was back in 2002. I remember thinking it seemed impossible–my leg quivered, my abs hurt, even the other leg hurt just trying to keep it in the air!  After that initial humbling, however, I kept practicing–now they are one of my favorite e[...]

October 16th, 2009 - 10:51 am § in Core Strength, Flexibility, Top Tips, Yoga

Yoga for Seniors

As we age, the world takes its toll on our bodies. Our flexibility decreases, we are more prone to illness, our bones become brittle, and injuries take longer to heal. All these things can make a person want to slow down and not exercise, but there are mild forms of exercise that can be enjoyable [.[...]

October 15th, 2009 - 2:17 pm § in Resistance Training, Skiing, Sports Specific, Top Tips

Surviving Day One in the Snow

Like flowers that bud each spring, spots of glistening, deep white powder are popping up all around the country. It’s snow time and no matter what your favorite sport, here are some ways to keep the first day from ruining your next. If you wear a rigid boot or shoe that changes your regular gait, [...]