As a personal trainer and yoga instructor I meet many athletes and workout fanatics. With a new client I ask if yoga is part of their workouts; many will say they haven’t the time to add yoga to their schedule. Some say they don’t see how stretching would be of any benefit to them. On the other hand others discovered yoga after an injury.
Yoga practice includes flexibility training, core stabilization, strength and balance work. Yoga can help you recover quicker after a workout, open the tight areas that hinder performance, improve range of motion and develop mental focus and concentration.
Many sports have repetitive movements usually in one direction and in one plane of motion. Certain muscle develop while others are ignored. This causes imbalance in muscles and joints and over time results in injury.
Yoga goes beyond simple stretching by working the muscles and joints through all ranges of motion.
Yoga has been practiced for around 5,000 years. If you are a competitive athlete, it is best to tailor your yoga practice to your training schedule. On a day where you are completing a long run for example, you'll want relaxing, mellow yoga. If you have an off-day, a vigorous, dynamic class will help you build strength and endurance.
Yoga helps the muscles, tendons, and ligaments move through a full range of motion, thus cultivating balance and core strength which is a huge benefit to athletes in their chosen sports. If you attend a few classes per week and/or a few 10-15 minute sessions at home, you will obtain fast results. A simple way to add in yoga is to perform your short sessions pre- or post-workout.
Yoga is practiced by many professional athletes and teams; give it a try, you won’t be disappointed and you’ll feel so much better!!
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Showing posts with label running. Show all posts
Monday, December 19, 2011
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Safety Tips
Hopefully everyone is in full swing for the holiday season which is quickly approaching.
For those of you who do your cardio outside here are a few simple tips to keep you safe.
Always be aware of your surroundings.
Listening to music while biking or running is dangerous. You will not hear the traffic around you and someone can quickly be on top of you before you can react!
If you run or walk vary your routine and route frequently.
Carry a cell phone - emergencies happen!
Stay away from parked vans.
If you feel uncomfortable head for a store, a well lit and populated area. Trust your instincts! Don't become a statistic!
Always let a close friend or relative know what your route is and the time you expect to be finished.
KEEP FIT, KEEP SAFE!
For those of you who do your cardio outside here are a few simple tips to keep you safe.
Always be aware of your surroundings.
Listening to music while biking or running is dangerous. You will not hear the traffic around you and someone can quickly be on top of you before you can react!
If you run or walk vary your routine and route frequently.
Carry a cell phone - emergencies happen!
Stay away from parked vans.
If you feel uncomfortable head for a store, a well lit and populated area. Trust your instincts! Don't become a statistic!
Always let a close friend or relative know what your route is and the time you expect to be finished.
KEEP FIT, KEEP SAFE!
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Do you have a fitness addiction??
Exercise is a wonderful health benefit, but like other things it can become an addiction. Compared to alcohol or drugs it’s a good addiction unless it’s taken to extremes.
Being obsessed with running, spinning, weight lifting or cycling to the point it consumes every part of your life isn’t healthy for anyone. Unless you’re an elite athlete training for the Olympics or a professional athlete moderation is the key. And even those elite athletes have down time.
Taking it to the extreme; even monitoring every bite of food you consume or unable to talk about anything other than your fitness venue will not only be detrimental to your health, but also to your relationships.
Beware of binge eating! Just because it may be a holiday pigging out and then throwing up is an eating disorder or eventually will lead to one.
Put your fitness goals into perspective
Take a good look in the mirror……do you like what you see?
If not, make a list of what you want to change and make sure it is attainable.
Bad habits, addictions and obsessions are hard to break.
Be careful; be wise in your exercise and eating habits.
If anyone would like a one on one consultation, please feel free to email me for contact information!
Being obsessed with running, spinning, weight lifting or cycling to the point it consumes every part of your life isn’t healthy for anyone. Unless you’re an elite athlete training for the Olympics or a professional athlete moderation is the key. And even those elite athletes have down time.
Taking it to the extreme; even monitoring every bite of food you consume or unable to talk about anything other than your fitness venue will not only be detrimental to your health, but also to your relationships.
Beware of binge eating! Just because it may be a holiday pigging out and then throwing up is an eating disorder or eventually will lead to one.
Put your fitness goals into perspective
Take a good look in the mirror……do you like what you see?
If not, make a list of what you want to change and make sure it is attainable.
Bad habits, addictions and obsessions are hard to break.
Be careful; be wise in your exercise and eating habits.
If anyone would like a one on one consultation, please feel free to email me for contact information!
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Quick Fixes
The other day when I was out doing my cardio with my dog a woman passed me wearing a rubberized suit. Obviously she thought wearing it would cause her to sweat and lose weight; what she doesn't realize is that she's only losing water and becoming dehydrated and that's dangerous. She was overweight and it was almost 90 degrees!
Whether it's a rubberized suit, a quick fix diet, or the expensive equipment you see advertised on those infommercials, nothing will help you to lose weight and tone up but a healthy diet and exercise. Cardio and strength training combined with a healthy diet is what will help you to not only lose that weight, but keep it off.
Unfortunately we are a country of the "quick fix". We need to get back to the basics; preparing our own meals from fresh ingredients especially those in season; drinking water rather than soda, sugar rich drinks and desserts. Don't drive around the parking lot looking for that close space; park and walk to the market. Of course use common sense......make sure you park in a safely lit area and be aware of what and who is around you.
For those who run or walk with those Ipods or MP3 players, leave them at home. You won't be able to hear a car, a person or even a dog who might be coming up behind you. Always be aware of your surroundings. Even if you are on the beach listen to the sound of the waves, the birds and allow nature to not only inspire, but relax you.
Whether it's a rubberized suit, a quick fix diet, or the expensive equipment you see advertised on those infommercials, nothing will help you to lose weight and tone up but a healthy diet and exercise. Cardio and strength training combined with a healthy diet is what will help you to not only lose that weight, but keep it off.
Unfortunately we are a country of the "quick fix". We need to get back to the basics; preparing our own meals from fresh ingredients especially those in season; drinking water rather than soda, sugar rich drinks and desserts. Don't drive around the parking lot looking for that close space; park and walk to the market. Of course use common sense......make sure you park in a safely lit area and be aware of what and who is around you.
For those who run or walk with those Ipods or MP3 players, leave them at home. You won't be able to hear a car, a person or even a dog who might be coming up behind you. Always be aware of your surroundings. Even if you are on the beach listen to the sound of the waves, the birds and allow nature to not only inspire, but relax you.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Pat's Back
Moving back to Louisiana has been not only time consuming, but a bit stressful as well. Getting back into the swing of things, adding a beautiful new companion to my life has kept me busy.
Bella, a small mix breed found me the evening I arrived back here. She was recovering from a broken leg, under weight and obviously had been abused. She now has become a healthy, vibrant, beautiful and loving addition. Rescuing a dog can be one of the most rewarding experiences life can offer. They will not only provide you with love, but get you outside and walking. What a great benefit!!
Extreme heat is prevalent all over the country right now, so walk or run in the early morning or evening hours. Be sure to hydrate, drink enough water and add electrolytes. For those who are runners, soccer players, equestrians or tennis players this is doubly important. Football training season is in full swing and parents be aware; make sure your players have water and electrolytes available at all times. Be sure to choose those electrolytes wisely. Stay away from those containing sugar if you are trying to loose weight.
Keep cold water melon handy; a great natural refresher.
Please, feel free to contact me if you have any questions....until tomorrow, have a wonderful day!
Bella, a small mix breed found me the evening I arrived back here. She was recovering from a broken leg, under weight and obviously had been abused. She now has become a healthy, vibrant, beautiful and loving addition. Rescuing a dog can be one of the most rewarding experiences life can offer. They will not only provide you with love, but get you outside and walking. What a great benefit!!
Extreme heat is prevalent all over the country right now, so walk or run in the early morning or evening hours. Be sure to hydrate, drink enough water and add electrolytes. For those who are runners, soccer players, equestrians or tennis players this is doubly important. Football training season is in full swing and parents be aware; make sure your players have water and electrolytes available at all times. Be sure to choose those electrolytes wisely. Stay away from those containing sugar if you are trying to loose weight.
Keep cold water melon handy; a great natural refresher.
Please, feel free to contact me if you have any questions....until tomorrow, have a wonderful day!
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