A BALANCING ACT: THE POWER OF UNILATERAL TRAINING
THE POWER OF UNILATERAL TRAINING Hey fellow REPer’s. We’ve heard all kinds of fitness jargon and training methods thrown around in our fitness journey. Today I want to introduce you to Unilateral Training. What is Unilateral Training? In simple terms, unilateral training involves working out one side of your body at a time. Instead of […]
4 WAYS TO STAY ACTIVE OUTSIDE THE GYM
STAYING ACTIVE OUTSIDE THE GYM Hey REP team! Summer is finally here! Coach Christmas is excited for the opportunities it brings to stay active and have fun. With summer, I find many people spend less time in the gym and move more outside. I think that’s a fantastic idea! Participating in physical activities outside the […]
BOUNCING BEYOND BOUNDARIES : UNLEASHING THE POWER OF PLYOMETRICS
UNDERSTANDING PLYOMETRICS Hi REPers! This article is to help you understand what plyometrics are all about! Plyometrics, also known as “plyos,” are a type of exercise that focuses on explosive movements to develop power, speed, and strength. They involve rapid stretching of muscles (eccentric phase) followed by a quick contraction (concentric phase), using the body’s […]
ECCENTRIC VS CONCENTRIC VS ISOMETRIC
Eccentric VS Concentric VS Isometric Hey REP team! Coach Christmas back with another article to help you, your students and athletes become the best version of themselves! There’s more to strength training than just picking up a weight and putting it down. Each lift you do actually has three distinct phases or contractions: the concentric […]
The 4 Laws
While squats, deadlifts, curls, crunches or hang cleans all will impact fitness, it is the way we set up the 4 laws that determines what type of impact they have. Where am I going with this, sets, reps, load and rest? These 4 things will have the largest impact on training outcomes. I guess I […]
Barbell Split Squat: How-To Series
Today in the How-To Series, we will be covering the barbell split squat. This popular exercise focuses on building strength in the hip and legs, especially the quads. One of the main advantages of this particular exercise is the ability to work each leg individually to build balanced lower body strength. Continue reading on to […]
Back Squat: How To Series
For today’s How-To Series, we will be discussing the back squat. This exercise is often referred to as the “king of leg exercises”, and for good reason. The back squat is incredibly effective at strengthening your legs and hips, while simultaneously improving mobility and stability throughout your whole body. Keep reading to find out how […]