Items Tagged ‘Training’
January 6, 2015
Click photo to view larger image of workout or to print. Additional resource: Foam roll video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUyNbekWtNs
December 23, 2014
My stress relief plan for the holidays
Bustling around the kitchen – oven is hot, food is everywhere, dishes are dirty, too many treats have been consumed, a game of catch is happening . . . in the house. Your sister-in-law won’t stop complaining, and Grandpa is making inappropriate comments. Take deep breaths. Breathe in through your chest. Breathe out. Breathe in […]
Tags: Blog, breathe, get fit, holidays, home workout, stress, Training, workout
December 19, 2014
As I walked through the lobby of Mayo Clinic the other day, I watched as an older gentleman sat down on a bench to rest on his way to the elevators for the parking ramp. I noticed as I got closer to him that he was quite winded from the short walk he had just taken […]
Tags: Blog, Coaching, DAHLC Wellness, Inspiration, Training
December 16, 2014
Chad’s Bodyweight Pyramid Workout
By Chad - Your 5k-Marathon Run Coach 
Are you struggling to find the time to get to the gym this time of year? Are you traveling a lot during the holidays? Don’t stress, instead try this Bodyweight Pyramid Workout when you’re finding it difficult to get in to the gym this holiday season. To challenge yourself add progressions and limit rest time […]
December 5, 2014
In a rut?! Picture this: you’ve been coming to the DAHLC and using the elliptical for a good 3 months now. Once a week (or maybe less depending on how busy you are) you move through the machines on the floor to get your strength training done. You are watching what you eat and trying […]
November 19, 2014
Trainer Tip: Release Your Inner Child – Jump Around
I’ve been spending a lot of time jumping with my toddler kids lately. This action reminded me that jumping can be a great addition to a strength routine. Did you know that jumping has been shown to keep bones strong and may even increase bone density? Try adding some jumping in to your workouts. Begin slowly if […]
Tags: Blog, idexa, Move, Movement Training, Strength, Training
November 13, 2014
By Chad - Your 5k-Marathon Run Coach
Have you ever used the Rope Trainer? Are you doing the same one or two exercise movements each time you use it? Are you wondering muscles you’re using when doing one of the movements? Try one of these 5 Rope Trainer exercises during your next workout at the DAHLC:
November 6, 2014
Gratitude is more than ‘Thank You’
“Gratitude is more than just saying thank you. It is a sense of wonder, appreciation, and thankfulness for life.” As we approach Thanksgiving, be encouraged to consider this wellness challenge: Put more effort toward sincere gratefulness throughout the month and focus less attention on seasonal stressors, busyness, and unnecessary drama.
Tags: Blog, Coaching, Training, wellness coaching
October 22, 2014
In today’s fast paced society, I fear that we have forgotten how to slow down and connect with each other. Phone calls have become text messages, text messages have become “likes” on Facebook and Instagram. While social media can be a great tool to keep up with what people in our lives are doing, it […]
Tags: Blog, calm, Inspiration, Training
October 15, 2014
Trainer Truths – Weight Lifting
By Chad - Your 5k-Marathon Run Coach
Myth: Lifting weights isn’t needed to be healthy and fit. Truth: The type of physique most men and women want actually requires that they gain a fair amount of muscle mass, and weightlifting is the only way to do that efficiently, but there are also other benefits to consider here. Research has shown that starting […]
Tags: Cardio, Lose Weight, Move, Training