There are few exercises that work most of the major muscles in the body to generate power, strength & stability all together. Enter the Kettlebell Swing! The kettlebell is swung from between the knees to anywhere between above the hips and below the shoulders (note. American KB Swings are swung above shoulder level) The move is hip-dominated which means that the gluteus maximus, hamstrings and core (including lower back) are the major muscles at play. Since the knees also hav

Resistance training is a form of physical activity geared towards improving muscular fitness by exercising a muscle group or muscle against external force. It is often associated with weight lifting but can also incorporate a variety of training modalities such as calisthenics, isometrics and plyometrics. And now that you know what it is, here are four reasons why I'd like you to challenge yourself with resistance training. Development of movement patterns & pain reduction St

The term "Text Neck" has been coined to describe the posture formed by leaning forward for prolonged periods. We now spend so much time on smart phones to socialize or to get work done that we don't realize the stress we are placing on our body. It is not just smart phone use we have to be careful of either. It is any activity, which puts us in this position (below). Another example is reading. On average an adult head can weigh ~10lbs. When the neck is bent the relative weig

How long have you been exercising consistently? 10 months How has consistent exercise benefited you? Definitely! How about on the nutrition side of things? If any, what changes have you made? Watching my carb intake, paying closer attention to the balance of food I eat. More proteins and veg, less carbs. How important is meal prep for you? I'm not always that organized, but I can wing it! How has your lifestyle change impacted your life? It definitely has made me more conscio