May 10, 2008
Topic:
Realistic fitness tip
You know, I’m the first person to bring up proven, clinical studies about the science of exercise, but I have found that even things proven on paper, in an exercise science lab don’t always work out in the real world.
1. Squats are for everyone - Trust me, squats are probably the best exercise on the planet and there are a lot of studies proving that, but I have found that over half of first time clients lack the flexibility and balance to squat properly. You’ve got to loosen your hamstrings and calves to squat low enough to benefit.
2. If it hurts, you’re doing it wrong – Many trainers are quick to say that if an exercise hurts, then you’re doing it wrong. Not true. I have witnessed many clients do various exercises in perfect form and for some strange reason it hurts them, bad. We are all unique and have different biomechanical builds. If an exercise hurts, don’t do it and I don’t care if the best trainer in the world tells you that you must.
3. You must lift heavy - Studies show that lifting heavy, to moderately heavy weights often gives the best results but I don’t think it’s a good idea to start like that. Every one of my clients starts with very light, high rep exercises for the first few weeks to develop excellent form and technique and they still get results. (Now they will still have to progress to continue getting results.) Even though heavy weights might give you more results, in my opinion, if your technique isn’t good you’re just going to hurt yourself.
Question from viewers:
Jesse Waldrup
Will weight training hurt my flexibility?
Erin Reed
Someone told me that fat cells can be "pressed" or "squeezed" until they go away. Is this true?
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