by michelle | Apr 16, 2015 | Sports Performance, Surfing
“Don’t put training ahead of surfing. There’s no training for surfing like surfing itself. Training is mainly a way to prevent injuries while you’re surfing, by building strength in your body. Swimmers can go up and down the pool all day long, but eventually they have...
by michelle | Mar 24, 2015 | Injury Prevention, Surfing
Knee problems can stem from numerous factors. If you’ve ruled out any significant trauma or degeneration, this post will make some strong assumptions about why surfing could be contributing to knee issues. If you surf and you have a knee problem, the first...
by michelle | Mar 10, 2015 | Core, Sports Performance
There exists an argument among strength coaches, physical therapists, and personal trainers regarding whether the spine should be flexed to work the abdominals, as with crunches, sit-ups, and hanging-leg raises. Concerns arise regarding the spine’s finite number...
by michelle | Mar 7, 2015 | Fat Loss, Health, Stretching, Training Women
Cellulite is and always has been a hot topic. What is it? How do I get it off my body? What is the fastest way to get rid of it? Why do some skinny, fit people also have it? It wasn’t until I started learning more about human anatomy and physiology, and blended that...
by michelle | Mar 3, 2015 | Sports Performance, Stretching
In its most basic form, stretching is a natural and instinctive activity; it is performed by humans and many animals. Stretching often occurs instinctively after waking from sleep, after long periods of inactivity, or after exiting confined spaces. When I hear...
