There is no “sport” specific training, only skill specific training. This is why I say this: you are not guaranteed that your 1000lbs squat will get you to run raster, you are not guaranteed that your 225lbs snatch will get you to serve faster, your long cycle KB swing may or may not increase your batting average, those tire flips could get you the winning submission or just break your nail. … [Read more...]
Skill Training Dalawa at Kalahati (2.5)
If you are confused and wondering what the point of all this rhetoric on skill training is all about, you know who you are emailing me with questions and comments, the next time you are in the gym or your local “fitness” facility, start observing and I mean observe everyone from the time you enter all the way till you leave. Most people go to the gym and do the same random crap called a … [Read more...]
The Problem With Fitness Certifications
With so many so called "fitness certifications" out there, how do you know if your trainer is really certified? For those of you that don't know, in order for a certification to be a "certification," it has to undergo numerous requirements. Once again we have the head of No B.S. Fitness Solutions doing what he does best... RANTING AND CALLING OUT ALL THE FITNESS BS OUT THERE I got a chance to … [Read more...]
“If I Can Do It Longer, Then It’s Better!”
First of all...get those nasty thoughts out of your head perv :-) Maybe for some activities longer means better, but that's another blog post :-) Back to the matter at hand. The title arose out of a conversation I was having with a friend and colleague about a forum posts he saw. Someone wrote on the forum: "Suppose two trainees train side by side doing isometric exercises, if one can … [Read more...]
Seriously WTF… The Shake Weight?
Alright now seriously WTF. I mean it's about 5:00 am right now. I'm having a case of insomnia, but that's besides the point. Anyhow was watching T.V. in hopes that I get bored and fall asleep. But nope that didn't happen. What did happen was a commercial for the Shake Weight for men. I knew what it was because I saw it before in the gym I used to work at, but never saw the … [Read more...]
Holiday Fitness Gift Ideas
Hi Everyone, If you are like me, you are looking at your holiday gift list and wondering “what am I going to get everyone?!” During this time, it is extremely important for us to remain focused on our health and fitness, so gifts that promote this area of all of our lives are the perfect choice. I have come up with a list of gift ideas that I hope you find useful. … [Read more...]
