Axial Load | Spinal Compression

Axial Load | Spinal Compression

Axial load is a type of force applied to a structure. Specifically, along a certain axis. In this case, that structure/axis is your spine, and force is applied either from the skull down or vice versa. Whether you slip and fall directly on your bum or jump and hit...
Move Better | Weak Hips

Move Better | Weak Hips

The second most common location of sports injuries are knee injuries. The more common injuries being ACL, MCL, and meniscus tears. These continuously plague average Joes / Janes and athletes alike. And while there is no absolute guarantee, they could’ve been...
The Syatt 1,2,3

The Syatt 1,2,3

Jordan Syatt is a well known personal trainer from New York. He is well known for his witty and attention getting videos regarding his personal take on detox teas, waist trainers, and shake weights for weight loss. I’ll give you the short version,...
Triphasic Training | What is It?

Triphasic Training | What is It?

Triphasic Training Triphasic training is a type of physical training that was developed specifically for sports performance. Thriphasic was conceived by Cal Dietz, one of the top performance coaches in the profession. By this point, you might be wondering what...
Conditioning and Boxing | Boxing

Conditioning and Boxing | Boxing

Boxing is one of the oldest sports in America. Born from pugilism, it’s deep historical roots evolved to the modern day, multimillion dollar entertainment stream. Along the way, the sport has put out dozens of athletes known for their strength, stamina, and...
Get back in the Groove with H.I.I.T.

Get back in the Groove with H.I.I.T.

What is HIIT? HIIT stands for High Intensity Interval Training. It consists of short (relative term), high intense bouts of exercise with shorter rest periods. This is a great way to get back into a groove after the holidays. There are a slew of health benefits...
Getting Through Thanksgiving

Getting Through Thanksgiving

Ahh, the end of the year is upon us as we collectively run to the grocery story to grab that bird, potatoes, and any other assorted sides you know and love. Personally, this is my favorite time of year. One day devoted solely to eating your body weight in food then...
The Importance of Youth Sports

The Importance of Youth Sports

Importance of Youth Sports As a former athlete and current coach, I have spent almost my entire life around sports and athletes. As I’ve fluttered between working in private gyms, working with high school teams, and now working in a college setting, I’ve been...
Nutrition Density | What is it?

Nutrition Density | What is it?

Dieting has gotten a bad rap in the past. Several fad diets and misconceived notions have exploded claiming that by limiting your calories translates to eating less food. This simply isn’t true. While it is true that being in a caloric deficit will yield...
Unilateral Training | 3 Reasons Why YOU Should do It

Unilateral Training | 3 Reasons Why YOU Should do It

Are your main lifts hindering? Do you feel like one arm or leg is working more than the other? Do you have a strong hand? If you said yes to at least 2 of these, fortunately there’s a resolve. How does one limb get stronger anyway? There are several reasons...