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Plyometric Training for Active Agers

October 16, 2019 | by Amy Ashmore in Strength Training
Plyometric Training for Active Agers

Learn about new research that suggests that plyometric training can significantly reduce the risk of age-related muscle loss and relieve some of its associated negative effects such as loss of muscle tone, strength and function.

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Exercise Your Way to Stronger Bones

May 09, 2019 | by Ashley Artese in Strength Training
Exercise Your Way to Stronger Bones

Often overlooked in program design is the importance of incorporating exercises for maintaining bone health. Learn about the types of training that you can incorporate into your clients’ programs to help them build and maintain stronger bones.

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Heavy Tire Workout

September 20, 2018 | by Pete McCall in Strength Training
Heavy Tire Workout

If you are looking to increase the variety of your workout programs, consider adding a couple of heavy tire exercises to your routine or use the program below to create your own outdoor workout challenge.

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4 Deadlift Variations to Spice Up Your Programming

August 14, 2018 | by Pete McCall in Strength Training
4 Deadlift Variations to Spice Up Your Programming

Deadlifting is one of the best compound exercises since it works your entire posterior chain. Try these different variations to spice up your workouts.

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One Weight Workout: Dumbbell

August 22, 2017 | by Pete McCall in Strength Training
One Weight Workout: Dumbbell

This installment of the One Weight Workout series focuses on the dumbbell. Learn how to create a dumbbell circuit that will improve both total-body muscular strength and cardiorespiratory fitness.

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