Research can provide golden information to health and fitness professionals. Here are some recent findings to help you stay ahead of the pack: Hig...
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Interpreting Research
January 15, 2019 | John Paul Catanzaro
I read research papers on a regular basis and I always highlight sections that I feel are important. Here are some examples from papers that I read...
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Stay Ahead of the Research
November 28, 2018 | John Paul Catanzaro
There’s a difference between book smarts and gym smarts. You need both if you want long-term success in personal training. If something you do isn'...
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Do You Find Strength Workouts Boring?
November 10, 2017 | John Paul Catanzaro
Most people would agree that static stretching and aerobic training are boring. For me, these activities are like watching paint dry! I find strength...
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Dynamic Stretching Routine
January 24, 2017 | John Paul Catanzaro
https://youtu.be/RpJtBaQCyZs Here is a sample clip of a dynamic stretching warm-up circuit. This routine should be performed prior to weight tra...
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Stretching as a Diagnostic for Sciatic Nerve Irritation
May 19, 2015 | John Paul Catanzaro
https://youtu.be/S_d3xxF2HuY Stretching can be used as a diagnostic to test for possible impingement of spinal nerves. Straight leg raising, fo...
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Flexibility 101: The Do’s and Don’ts of Stretching
September 23, 2014 | John Paul Catanzaro
In order to maximize your results when training for flexibility, certain rules exist. Here are the do's and don'ts of stretching. THE DO'S DO u...
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Challenge the Establishment: Dispelling Five Common Health and Fitness Misconceptions
January 05, 2010 | John Paul Catanzaro
In life we take many things for granted. People are told to go on a low fat diet and do some aerobic training, and yet they still gain body fat. You...
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