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November 16, 2014 In Fitness, News, Spotlight, Workouts By Vancouver Health Coach

The ABCs of smart training: Part 2

Following the concepts outlined in the ABCs of smart training will help you increase your clients training potential, improve their skills and decrease injury potential. This is part 2 of a 3 part series. A2–AGILITY TRAINING AND ACCELERATION (QUICKNESS) DRILLS Sports require quick stops and starts, lateral movements, backpedaling, crossover turns, and pivots. Some form of agility and coordination training should be included as part of their daily sessions; you do not want to be an athlete who can play but cannot move. Points to remember when training for agility are these: 1). Always start with an athletic stance 2). Agility and...

October 12, 2014 In Fitness, News, Spotlight, Workouts By Vancouver Health Coach

The ABCs of Smart Training: Part 1

When designing a training program, it is wise to follow the concepts outlined in the ABCs of smart training. Apply them during all training and encourage them in daily activities. Following the ABCs will help increase training potential, improve skills, decrease recovery time, and minimize potential for injury. If you are new to exercises or have any injuries or aches and pains it would be best to get clearance from your Physician before beginning this or any other exercise program. The exercises may look easy but when you are beginning they may be more difficult than you thought. A1–ATHLETIC STANCE AND...