I despise so called “coaches” who willingly take risks with their athletes health in order to chase glory for either their own or the athlete’s ego. One case this past week of a female fighter being made to lose 1 1/2 stone in the 4 weeks before a fight so that she can fight a […]
Great video here of Danny MacAskill from 2009 performing some amazing trials stunts in and around Edinburgh. The stunned reactions by the passers-by make the video even more special. I like to keep up with amazing athletes from all sports. They provide me with the inspiration that “Imposible is nothing.”
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The argument between organic vs. non-organic produce for health benefits, is a complicated one. I personally have always believed you need to base your decision on a case-by-case basis, rather than simply join one camp or the other. I tend to buy organic meat and animal products, ideally locally produced, with a mind for the
I’ve encountered a lot of people this week complaining that they are too old to get in shape or that “middle-aged spread is enevitable”. I tend to belong to the school of thought that age is a number, not an excuse. To prove my point, here are two examples that would even shame most people
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A great talk by Michael Specter on the dangers of science denial.
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Another great day at Exeter University’s Streatham Sports Centre. Working again with the brilliant team of S & C coach James Marshall and Physiotherapist Dave MacLellan. Fitness and Performance Testing We had a great talk on sports testing from Bert at Exercise Science Consulting. The aim was to not just tell the young athletes what
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Happy Easter! I hope everybody enjoys their Easter eggs responsibly. That or you work hard to EARN them. Today’s post is about Christian Thibaudeau, a strength coach who is slowly growing an almost cult like following. Christian contributes regularly to t-nation, with often illuminating approaches to gaining strength and size. What inspires me most is
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Filmed a brand new video today on using Foam Rolling to facilitate Self-Myofascial Release in the connective, fascial tissue that surrounds muscles. I think foam rolls are a great, simple, cheap and effective tool to aid with body-management and mainting a robust foundation for everyday movement. One of the worst areas I find in most
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Today’s inspiration comes from a true legend in the Strength and Conditioning world, Mr Charles Poliquin. Charles has established a solid foundation for providing well researched and expert advice. In his career as a coach so far he has coached Olympic medalists in 12 different sports! I love reading articles for his unique blend of
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Great video today, that outlines a solution to the problem of getting access to fresh vegetables in large cities – by growing them yourself using a windowfarm with minimal set-up costs. I love “outside the box” thinking like this, especially when its effect is maximised by embracing the global reach of the Internet. For more
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