Reviews & Interviews

The Importance of Foam Rolling – Hips and Legs

Posted by michael on March 14, 2013 at 2:15 pm

by Michael Aldrighetti

You may find yourself wondering what role foam rolling plays in preparing you for your workout.  We have received multiple questions on the significance of foam rolling prior to working out.  The simple answer is it loosens up the body’s muscles. Foam rolling is a method of self-massage, which works to release “knots” in the muscles. This decrease of tension can relieve pain (including knee, back and shoulder) as well as improve flexibility and posture for various exercises, such as squats and deadlifts.  Below, we will take a look at the importance of foam rolling and a dynamic warm-up prior to squatting.

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Know the Basics!

Posted by Jamie on January 24, 2011 at 8:09 am

Losing weight seems anything but simple! With all of the trendy diet plans and new workout fads it is easy to become confused. The good news is that the meat and potatoes of weight loss have not changed over the years. It all boils down to Calories In and Calories Out. Too many Calories In, and you will gain weight. Extra Calories Out and you will lose it. Keep in mind that 3,500 calories equals one pound and every itty bitty calorie counts!

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