My goal for the future is to go to Owen’s Community College for a couple of years, then graduate college at Bowling Green State University and studying to becoming an Athletic Trainer, or Sports Management. I have always wanted to be one because I’ve always wanted to become one of the two. It has been one of my goal when I was in the sixth grade. Also, I am addicted to sports,so I like to stay in the sports business of the working environment. If I do become an Athletic Trainer, I would like to be one in football and basketball because I like to watch those sports a lot more than the other sports.…
Born in Brooklyn in 1927, Jean Nidetch was an Jewish American who struggled much with her diet growing up as a kid, as well as an adult. In the process of exploring and trying numerous types of dieting pills, diets, and obesity clinics. Desperately struggling and doing everything she possibly can to lose weight she gave her best hope for the clinics to aid her in losing the weight that she needs to lose. Jean tried the dieting, but still find herself getting off track with her late night cheat meals, making her feel embarrassed as she went to the meetings to discuss her progress.…
Are you planning to go for some workouts that will help you gain muscle mass? Don't you know exactly what's best to choose, in order to successfully achieve your goal? If so, then you need some information regarding this aspect, and the following proven ways to gain muscle mass fast will certainly be very helpful. Challenge yourself at the gym This is the first thing you need to do in order to make sure you will gain muscle mass fast. You need to challenge yourself and leave your comfort zone.…
Dumbbells and barbells can be relatively restricting in movement since kettlebells can be used in even more ways and…
Kettlebells may seem to be a new popular trend amongst fitness enthusiasts and athletes, but the truth is that they have been around for centuries with ancient findings of their use for dynamic strength and endurance training. Nobody can quite figure out their true origins, and only theories have been made for what the kettlebell was actually created for. However, records in archeology actually show that they existed as far back as ancient Greece. Proof of these records can be found in Athens, Greece at the Archaeological Museum of Olympia where a 143kg (approx. 315lbs) kettlebell is displayed.…
Crossfit has become a fast growing trend in today’s society. The physical training that athlete’s go through is tough and course and it takes heart and will to complete each workout. Crossfit requires usage of our aerobic and anaerobic energy systems.…
This ancient art of training the mind, body and spirit, while at the same time building self-defense skills, is quickly catching on with young people across the country. What are the benefits of Youth MMA? Fitness Benefits of Youth MMA From beginners to advanced Youth MMA, techniques offer physical challenges beyond what students will experience in other sports. From warm up exercises, (including stretching, sit ups, jumping jacks and more), to…
The best weightlifter of Colorado My life as a weightlifter began almost 3 years ago, I remember that I was a sophomore in High School, I was passing by the weight lifting room and saw many guys lifting weights, I became interested in that moment especially because there was any girl in there, I can describe my self as a person that is always trying to do something different from the rest. The next day I went to talk to my advisor so that he could put me into the weight lifting class for the next semester. I was so exited and finally the day came. I was the only girl in my class so every guy would come up to me and help me out or guide me through the exercises I have sacrifice many things, I got my knee injured but it is all worth it,…
Mr. Ari Cowen was an athletic trainer my eleventh-grade year. At the time, I was still trying to figure out what career path I would choose. I was stuck between military and a social worker, neither sat right with me. I knew I had to find a career path that I would love and enjoy. I was changing my mind every week until my cousin hurt her ankle at soccer practice.…
It does take a long time to get into it, but soon you'll start to see results. Until recently, people didn't think that weight lifting did anything particularly good for your body, but the science has really changed in recent years. Nowadays, people recognize that even a Weightlifting beginner is doing a lot of good things for his body. Not only do you strengthen your core muscles, but you help yourself to burn fat more efficiently, improve your cardiovascular system, and decrease your chances of injuries in other sporting activities. Of course, the risks with improper weight training are considerable, so if you are a weightlifting beginner, be sure to get a primer from a more experienced trainer.…
Even though weightlifting does not qualify as a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) sport, it is one of the most empowering yet strenuous sports to participate in. Generally, the two lifts for weightlifting are the snatch and the clean & jerk, but according to the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA), the lifts are the bench press and the clean & jerk. Either way, these lifts aren’t easily learned overnight and require intense training to master. Personally, I should know, because it’s the sport that I train for on a daily basis.…
It became popular during the 19th century, and has recently made a comeback in the form of the “clubbell”. Exercise machines were introduced in the 1960”s into the still-rare strength training gyms of the time. In the 1970s , following the release of the bodybuilding movie Pumping Iron, and the subsequent popularity of Arnold Schwarzenegger , Weight training became increasingly popular. Increasing numbers of women have taken up weight training since the 1990”s, influenced by programs like “ Body for Life “.As of now, nearly one in five U.S. women engage in weight training on a regular basis.[3] The purpose of weight training is to give you the advantage of improved health.…
In the last couple of years, I have been weightlifting in the gym. I initially took it up to gain strength and a leaner physique at the behest of my boyfriend, but partial credit is owed to my mom, who always inspired me to do what I want and be strong. Weightlifting to me is very rewarding in that I gain physical strength and confidence, yet there 's no one to compete with but myself. It 's about personal goals and being my personal best--not just physically but in all aspects of my life. Though traditionally weightlifting was solely for men, recently more and more women are getting into it.…
There are many reasons people look to build a home gym. Time, money, intimidation, music selection and distractions are usually the main ones. As a certified trainer, former owner of three personal training studios and former avid gym member, I have a unique perspective on typical "big gyms". It's a perspective that has allowed me to see all sides of the commercial gym versus home gym argument. Why Build a Home Gym?…
Strength and Conditioning Programs Help Athletes Introduction Imagine it being the athlete 's senior year of high school, spring season and their ready to go out for track. They didn’t do much in their off season. They ran a little, but now it’s the first indoor meet, and the athlete goes to take off from the blocks, but falls. Their muscles were strong enough and they couldn’t hold the impact put on them.…