Why Are Your Lats Important?

Why Are Your Lats Important?

Repeatedly you have heard me make a recommendation to your form in order to engage your lats. Right? Ok, so maybe you hear it every day! They’re THAT important to connecting your upper and lower body. So why is THAT important? Ooh, I’m going to tell you!...
Levers IN Your Body

Levers IN Your Body

Today we’re going to talk about levers. I know, I know, you’re probably tired of sciencey stuff, but this might make you look at human movement a bit differently. Our bodies are incredibly efficient and designed for optimal performance. It’s what we...
Newton’s Laws of Physics

Newton’s Laws of Physics

I want to talk about physics today. I know, I know . . . this isn’t a science class. HOWEVER, we use physics every day. When you’re working out you’re using more physics than you think. I want to talk about Newton’s Laws of Motion and then tie...
Doing Work & Building Power

Doing Work & Building Power

The technical definition of work is the product of moving something a distance by exerting a force. My version – how much “umph” you put into something. Let’s talk about work as it pertains to your workouts. (no pun intended).   Since work...