Strength Training

How to Transition from Athlete to Active Adult

Being an athlete is more than just a lifestyle; it becomes a huge part of your identity. You become completely immersed with life as an athlete, it’s everything you know, and then in the blink of an eye, it’s over. So, now what? Explore how athletes can successfully transition out of competitive sport into a more sustainable, yet active lifestyle through weight training.

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The Role of the Foot in Fitness Part 1: Introduction to the Role of the Foot in Fitness

Foot health and positioning is critical to your performance in the gym. As the activation for many exercises, ensuring the feet, toes and ankles are functioning correctly is important for injury prevention, as well as maximizing mobility, power, agility and overall progression.

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Human Performance Part 1: Introduction

Is there a physical performance event, like a 10km run, or a hiking trip, you are participating in, or want to participate in but are unsure how to prepare your body for it? In the Human Performance series, Rui shares some general guidelines to enhance the preparedness of your body, optimize performance and reduce the risk of injury, to meet whichever challenge you accept.

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Program Design Variables Series Part 1: Introduction + Importance of Pre-Planning Your Workouts

Join personal trainer Asad Sayal, as he looks at essential factors to consider when designing your workout. From reps to rest periods, Asad explores how taking these variables into account, and using them in unison with each other can help you reach your goals quicker, avoid plateauing and progress your fitness journey.

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Functional Fitness Testing for Older Adults Part 1: Introduction to Functional Fitness Testing - What is it?

Aging is associated with a loss of muscle mass and strength, and an increased risk of falls, disability and functional impairment that can eventually lead to a loss of independence. Join Amanda as she walks you through the purpose and demonstration of seven functional fitness tests, which can help prevent or delay loss of function and/or physical limitations commonly found in older adults.

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