Lessons for an Impending NFL Free Agent First impressions – you only get one. Unless you’re a high draft pick or have a large body of work, you need to approach each invite or combine as your Super Bowl. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impression and display the work you’ve put in…. Read more »
Here’s another great exercise for you to try. This is NFL player Scott McKillop performing banded hip thrusts. This is an easy accommodated introduction to the hip thrust which will not create adaptive stiffness. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARPgzSZwqD4&feature=plcp]
Here’s my latest article for Elitefts on Peri-Workout Nutrition. Go read it! <a href=”http://http://articles.elitefts.com/training-articles/peri-workout-nutrition-part-1/”>
What is Carb Cycling? I’m sure you have an idea about what carb-cycling is just by looking at the name. You simply cycle your carbs. Ok, so what does that mean and what is it useful for? Basically you alter the amount of carbohydrates that you eat day to day. Carb cycling can be used… Read more »
Here is some video of Coach X Buddy Morris training National Figure Competitor, Monica Duncan. All Exercises are 4 sets of 10 Seated Low Row 140lbs [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhY0Tt4FVLQ&feature=plcp] Gravitron [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QnVUBr2MM_c&feature=context-cha] Straight arm pull downs 35lbs [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xr8y1wCWPMU&feature=plcp]
This is a Plyo Pushup using a bosu ball. This an advanced movement that we use as a neural primer (it also teaches force absorption and stability)
By: Mike Guadango Defranco’s Training Systems In my honest opinion, I think crossfit is great! I’m not on the train of all these people despising crossfit. I think it’s an awesome activity. I think more people should do it. The way I see it, crossfit is the ultimate way to help get us out of… Read more »
Make sure you check out my latest article on the fastest way to fat loss over at www.Elitefts.net http://articles.elitefts.com/training-articles/fasts-and-sprints-for-fast-fat-loss/ We will have more articles on this site as well as Elitefts coming shortly, Thanks.
Mrs X ( off season masters figure training at 54 she looks 34) – below the knee clean and press ( my wife loves these cause it involves her glutes and her fav bodypart shoulders what a combination. I have found one thing. You cant win an argument with an italian women aint even worth… Read more »
I remember the first time a nutritionist came and spoke to a class I took in undergrad. He was talking about meal frequency and how “6-8 small meals boost your metabolism.” He then gave us an example, he said if you are going to eat a pizza it would be better if you split it… Read more »
Diet, Fitness, and weight training needs are somewhat different for women than for men. Women have more body fat, estrogen, and less testosterone. Women are generally leaner in their early 30’s than in their mid 20’s because estrogen levels begin dropping and estrogen is basically a protective shield of fat. In body building competitions, the… Read more »
Ingredients 3/4 to 1 cup of oatmeal 8 eggs whites (2-3 yolk but not necessary) 1/2 cup – 1 cup of raspberries or blueberries 1/2 cup dark chocolate Directions Mix all ingredients together in a bowl Place mixture in muffin tray (muffin/cupcake paper cups preferred) Bake at 375 degrees for 27-30 minutes. *Each muffin contains… Read more »
Ingredients 3 Bell Peppers 1 Onion (minced) 1 Tablespoon Garlic (minced) Handful of Fresh Parsley (chopped) 1 Pound Ground Turkey 3 Tablespoon ketchup/steaksauce 1 Egg Directions Pre-heat oven to 375 Slice off the tops of the peppers and discard them, clean out seeds, then cut them in half and place on a cookie sheet or… Read more »
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