Monthly Archive: February 2012

Get a Grip!

You may need to stand on a step or bench so the bigger plates don't limit your range of motion.

     Grip strength is often a limiting factor when it comes to lifting heavy weights. I know that when I’m doing heavy deadlifts, my grip and forearms give out before my glutes or hamstrings. Likewise, after doing a superset with pullups and dumbbell lunges, my forearms are on fire and I have to wait for …

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Specialists vs. Generalists

Person in Pain

     Having worked in the fitness industry for close to a decade, it is inevitable that I have encountered clients with all sorts of physical issues, such as breast cancer, multiple sclerosis, scleroderma, osteopenia, Crohn’s disease, liver cirrhosis and more common musculoskeletal injuries—herniated discs, torn menisci, shoulder impingements, and various muscle pulls/strains/annoyances.  Talk to any …

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Quick Fixes: Sitting Posture

Slouching like a pro while working at home.

     Working with clients in their homes gives me access to valuable information in a way that gym interactions do not. When they meet me in the gym they are often on their best behavior when it comes to moving properly. They know that I’m watching every second and am not shy about correcting poor …

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