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The Solution: Resistance Training

Dec 14, 2008 No Comments by Brien Shamp

Source: Optimal Fitness Newsletter April 16th 2007 You have probably heard about the many benefits of resistance training. Here are just a few: 1. Increase in muscle strength 2. Injury prevention 3. Improved bone density But what about F.A.T. B.U.R.N.? Here are the two reasons that resistance training is the most effective way to B.U.R.N. F.A.T. 1. Oxygen Debt [...]

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Self Massage

Dec 12, 2008 1 Comment

Decrease Pain, Reduce Injuries and Improve Performance with Self Massage Techniques. Myofascial Release is a form of soft tissue therapy which includes, but is not limited to structural assessments and manual massage techniques for stretching the fascia and releasing bonds between fascia, integument, muscles, and bones; with the goal of eliminating pain, increasing range of [...]

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The Need for Flexibility

Dec 09, 2008 No Comments

By Brien Shamp Flexibility is the range of motion available in a joint, such as the hip, or series of joints such as the spine. If you have areas that are tight you are performing below your genetic potential. Given our lifestyles, genetics and awareness or lack of awareness, we all have certain areas that [...]

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