Stretching is a useful tool to move and lengthen muscles, and to keep muscles supple and functional. But when is the best time to stretch, and what are the best types of stretches to do? Lets start with two basic types of stretching: static and dynamic. A static...
Many patients ask “what are the core muscles?” or “what exercises are good for core strength?”. Most fitness instructors will talk about the “six pack muscles” (rectus abdominis and obliques) as the core muscles, and show you exercises like crunches, sit ups, and...
I have recently attended a Body Pump class and found it incredibly enjoyable (although I was sore for a few days afterwards). Body Pump (or similar) is a great class as it combines the effects of resistance training and cardiovascular training at the same time. One...
Stretching has become an integral aspect of injury prevention and physical activity. Most of us stretch because we believe it helps to loosen up our muscles, elongating them, and allowing more flexibility in our joints during exercise. This concept was investigated...
