So this began as a curiosity about how high a platform jump I could do these days after a conversation with a few clients (here you go Amy) and turned into a fun little annual birthday month tradition of assessing a few movements for the video training journal. After a long semester of teaching, I really just wanted to do… Read More »Training Journal | Annual Athletic Assessment with Jump Rope and 40″ Platform Jump
CORE CHALLENGE Big Splash Style Here is a simple but tough core strength (& endurance) challenge for you try. Knock out 40 consecutive “rolls” in the following sequence: 10 cannon ball 10 can opener left leg 10 can opener right leg 10 mummy case (hollowed rockers) Have fun with this one … and watch until the end for how to make… Read More »Core Challenge Big Splash Style
“Consider your own, personal definition of fitness before designing your training routine. Who is more fit … the marathon runner, power lifter or a parent who wants to pick up his young children without throwing out his back? It’s all relative. What do you want … to live long, to live better, compete with others on the court or the… Read More »Legacy Post: Design Your Weekend Warrior Fitness Program
“Is sitting is the new smoking. Are chairs the new cigarettes. Our 21st century lifestyle is begging for more movement.” – Dave Reddy, Webster Groves Head Fitness Coach – in this video below, Dave runs through a simple but fundamental exercise for improving leg strength and balance for standing up from a chair, couch or toilet. Dave is also the… Read More »Sit to Stand Strengthening Exercise for Seniors (Video)
Webster Groves Head Fitness Coach Dave Reddy demonstrates exercises to incorporate into your walking routine to improve overall coordination and avoid falling. These exercises can help older adults specifically improve their balance and agility. Dave is also Director of Exercise Science Research & Curriculum at Webster University. This video series was done with the Signature Medical Group in an effort… Read More »Walking Exercises to Improve Balance and Mobility (Video)
