Core Stability (IAP)
Core Stability Conundrum by Dr. Cameron Khavari, D.C., M.U.A.C. Intra-Abdominal Pressure (IAP) In my chiropractic practice, a lot of athletes come in saying that their programs include core work or…
More Fun with Sleds
More Fun with Sleds Some sports (and professions) require athletes to switch quickly between strength-based and endurance-based tasks. One way to address this demand in training is to blur…
The Pullover
The “Upper-Body Squat” The Pullover was the first machine that Arthur Jones built of what would become fitness giant “Nautilus Inc” (he sold the first one in 1970). He claimed…
When Should You Foam Roll?
Do you foam roll before or after working out? Foam rolling can have a range of different effects on the body, which means that athletes need to consider timing in…
5 Training Methods Worth Borrowing from Bodybuilding
Every specialty has areas of expertise that are fundamental their chosen pursuits. Bodybuilding has very different objectives than weightlifting, powerlifting, strongman, or functional fitness, but bodybuilders do possess knowledge that…
Three Costly Training Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Athletes face a minefield of potential mistakes when it comes to choosing a training program. The following are several common errors made by motivated, ambitious athletes in regards to programming.…
Undulating Sets
The term “undulate” can be defined as: to move with a sinuous or wavelike motion, or to display a smooth rising-and-falling or side-to-side alternation of movement. In undulating sets, the…
9 Conditioning Workouts for the Sled
The sled is a versatile and powerful tool. Sled training can be used to develop conditioning, speed, strength, and may even be used as a means of active recovery. This…
For Time vs. For Longevity: CrossFit Meets Physical Education, Interview with Kent Lorenz
Kent Lorenz What brought you to study exercise science? It’s actually been a circuitous journey. Initially, I completed my undergraduate degree in physical education, back in Canada. I realized then…
Balance and Consistency: Introducing Iron Athlete Gymnastics Clinics with Tiffany Hendrickson
A year has passed since we’ve last spoken. How did the 2015 CrossFit season go for you? A lot has changed in the past year. I definitely got a new…
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