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Being Athletic While Aging
I'm passionate in living an active lifestyle and love helping people do the same, especially as they get older. Click here to learn more!
Why All Men Should Deep Squat For 5 Minutes a Day
Squatting is natural—and it can make you healthier and more athletic
Why are Athletic Trainers Important?
Learn why athletic trainers are important for sports. JOI has several athletic trainers that work with local schools.
Preventing Muscle Loss as We Age
Sarcopenia, a decline in skeletal muscle in older people, contributes to loss of independence.
How to Stay Fit and Athletic During the Holidays
Athletes are urged to avoid an all-or-nothing attitude about holiday eating.
101 Tips For Starting Athletic Development Training
REST & RECOVERY 1. Take time off Wait, I haven’t started yet!? I start with this so you are mindful of how important this is. Take the right amount of time off and let your body “absorb” the training. Even a 3 day weekend can do you good. There’s nothing heroic about working out …
7 Strength Training Tips from Franklin Athletic Club
You want lean, strong muscles… but not sure how and where to start? You’re in the right place! Franklin Athletic Club presents seven strength training tips.
How Balance Training Improves Athletic Performance
From lifting groceries to running on uneven surface, balance is used daily. Learn about the types of balance and how balance training can help improve your endurance performance.
How to get athletic legs (without squats)
Do single-leg exercises for serious strength gains.
How One Man’s Photos Are Celebrating Athletic Women’s Bodies
The definition of a physically fit woman is often misaligned with being super skinny.
The 15-Minute Anti-Aging Workout You Should Try
This you already know: Heart-pumping exercise can extend your life. That's why you hop on the treadmill or elliptical. But if you want to make the most of your years, don't forget to add some muscle-building moves to the mix.
How To Adjust Your Workout When You Can’t Get To The Gym
Being stuck at home is not an excuse to skip a daily workout. An athletic trainer shares tips for working out from home without gym equipment.
Dear Coach: How Do I Ensure My Training is Consistent?
It's one of the most important factors in achieving athletic success, but it can be so hard to achieve—we take a look at how to make your training more consistent.
How aging affects your athletic performance
You’re still an athlete, you just have to figure out your new normal when you’re competing after menopause.
How to Turn a Basic Hike Into a Full-On Workout
Take your athletic goals outdoors by turning an ordinary afternoon hike into an adventurous fitness playground. Just reimagine your surroundings: Hills become
How Much Should You Be Able to Squat?
How strong is “strong enough”? When it comes to the squat, what does it take to be a healthy, athletic, able bodied adult male?
How Hydration Affects Athletic Performance
Approximately 60% of body weight is water. Part of that water content may be lost throughout the day as we perspire and go through other bodily functions. That’s why we need to hydrate throug…
What Group Ex Class is the perfect FIT for you?
Looking to try a new group exercise class? Take the Fit Athletic Club Group Exercise quiz to find out what type of class would be the perfect fit for you!
How Does Someone Train to be 'Athletic'?
If you're going to reach the pinnacle of your athletic journey, then you are definitely going to have to put the work in.
9 Tips to Improve Athletic Performance
When it comes to improving athletic performance, sports specific training (SST) is the first thing that most people think of, and for good reason. Focusing on functional exercises that translate directly into your sport can be an effective means of improving your capabilities on the field. But SST is only one tool of many you …
Athletic Training: Why I Love My Job
I’m an Athletic Trainer. Oh, so you’re a gym teacher? NO. Oh, so you’re a personal trainer? NO Oh, so you’re a strength coach? NO Wait, so what do you do? Believe it or not…
