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A Physics Primer: Part 1

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Getting Grounded      Before entering the training world I had no background in physics and thought it should best be left to the really scary smart people with disheveled hair and far-away stares. Little did I realize how critical an understanding of this cool science was required, not just to be a good fitness pro, …

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Perception-Action Coupling: Part 1

Roger Federer is a master at adapting to the conditions as evidenced by winning titles on every surface against players with different styles.

    Did you know that every movement you make depends on first perceiving sensory information? Think about it: you first look to see where the remote control is before reaching for it (the perception shapes the action). Likewise, performing an action will help shape your perception: the movement of your thumb over the buttons of …

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Be Open for Real-World Change

Subway commute

     Emerging from the subway during rush hour, I am faced with the oncoming rush of people trying to take my place on the express train. While I would rather get up earlier to avoid this criss-crossing, shoulder-bumping commotion, I do take some pleasure in negotiating the swarm of bodies like a running back trying …

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