We’re putting our newest trainer, Andrew Mlakar, on the line to answer your burning fitness and wellness questions. Shout yours out in the comments section, and we’ll write a post answering it! Q: “I’ve heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Is that the case? And if so, why does it […]
Technique Spotlight: The Perfect Push-Up
/0 Comments/in Fitness /by Framework Personal TrainingWhen you do it properly, a push-up is an effective upper body and core strength builder. But what if we told you that you’ve probably been doing them wrong for years? There are nine steps to the perfect push-up (yes, nine!), and Andrew is here today to detail each one so you can get the most […]
Ask Andrew: Is Breakfast Really the Most Important Meal?
/0 Comments/in Andrew Mlakar, Featured /by Framework Personal TrainingWe’re putting our newest trainer, Andrew Mlakar, on the line to answer your burning fitness and wellness questions. Shout yours out in the comments section, and we’ll write a post answering it! Q: “I’ve heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Is that the case? And if so, why does it […]
Meet Andrew Mlakar
/0 Comments/in Fitness /by Framework Personal TrainingWith gyms and studios on every other corner, there is no shortage of personal trainers in this town. So what sets one apart from the next? The answer likely varies depending on who you ask – maybe he prefers a more relaxed approach, and she likes the drill sergeant routine – but there should be […]
The Trouble with Outside Boot Camp Workouts
/0 Comments/in Fitness /by Framework Personal TrainingThe craze of outdoor fitness classes – commonly called boot camps – has survived long enough now to not be considered just another passing trend. It’s a good thing, actually. It’s an opportunity for people to get some fresh air, surprise themselves with their own abilities, enjoy a little friendly competition and be held accountable […]
Two Ways to Make Your Fitness Routine Stick
/0 Comments/in Fitness /by Framework Personal TrainingFor many people with fitness goals, sticking to a consistent routine gets difficult. Sometimes it’s an illness or an injury that sets you back, or maybe you just get off track because you can’t be bothered this week. There are two ways to combat this, and they both involve changing your perspective.
Fitness Questions: How Can I Test for Tight Hamstrings?
/0 Comments/in Fitness, Paul Fischer, Trainers /by Framework Personal TrainingI often hear from folks asking about tight hamstrings. But the anatomy of the hamstring means that a short muscle can sometimes be mistaken for a “tight” muscle. Shortening of the muscle fibers can be caused by lack of movement or immobilization – this can be seen in people who have made a point to […]
Stand Up for Abdominal Work
/0 Comments/in Fitness /by Framework Personal TrainingIf you’re like most people, you perform most of your abdominal work lying on the floor or a bench or an exercise ball. But there might be a more functional way to build a strong core.
How Important is Exercise Technique?
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness /by Framework Personal TrainingFor as much discussion and debate as the topic of exercise technique gets – and how important it is in the big scheme of fitness, form and function – the answer is surprisingly simple. Let’s look at the mechanics.