Whether your child has just seen the Power Rangers movie for the eightieth time or possibly caught a glimpse of Jackie Chan doing some of his amazing stunt work, you will invariably find them asking to take karate lessons at some point. And while this is a great sign your child is interested in a new hobby, it can be a daunting challenge for you to make sure the school you choose is affordable, high quality, and above all, safe. (more…)
Archive for the ‘Fitness’ Category
How To Choose a Martial Arts School for Kids
Tuesday, October 16th, 2012Building Muscle, Part 2
Tuesday, September 11th, 2012Bicep (Biceps Brachii) (sounds like: Bray-key-eye)
Curl
This exercise can be done standing or sitting, you may use a barbell or two dumbbells; dumbbells are better. With a weight in each hand, alternate each arm, and curl the weight up slowly, bending at the elbow, and then lower the arm slowly. Keep the palms facing up and use a weight that you can keep good form with, and keep the move slow and steady. Repeat with the other arm. Do eight to12 repetitions on each arm. (more…)
Building Muscle, Part 1
Tuesday, September 11th, 2012To build muscle, you must have two ingredients, lifting and eating. It is important that you are pushing your muscles to work harder and harder with each workout, but this must happen slowly. Don’t push it or you’ll get hurt, and have to stop and wait until the muscles heal, bad news! (more…)
Ankle Stretches
Friday, August 31st, 2012Calf and Achilles Tendon Stretch On Stairs: Grasp the railing on either side of a flight of stairs. Place the feet facing forward and shoulder width apart. The right foot is placed entirely on the top of the stairs. (more…)
Profits in Motion Analysis. Part 4
Wednesday, June 27th, 2012Table 1 shows the minimum requirements for each approach. Consultation with video and computer specialists is highly recommended prior to purchasing equipment. (more…)
Profits in Motion Analysis. Part 3
Wednesday, June 27th, 2012Space requirements
Space requirements will be determined by the sports and the proximity of available sport facilities to the facility. Video cameras are fairly portable, and most systems utilize only one or two cameras. A permanent reviewing location with access to additional viewing and editing equipment can be set up in a club using as little as 100 square feet. (more…)
Profits in Motion Analysis. Part 2
Wednesday, June 27th, 2012Now, as hardware costs continue to drop dramatically, it is only a matter of time before video analysis becomes commonplace in all areas of sports training. Health and racquet clubs with clients who regularly participate in elite or recreational sports are ideally positioned to take advantage of this trend. (more…)
Profits in Motion Analysis. Part 1
Wednesday, June 27th, 2012Computer and video sports analysis has profit potential for clubs that appeal to the recreational sports enthusiast in each member. (more…)
Jennifer’s Journal: Week One. Part 5
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012Armand’s Reply
Jennifer, Wow! You sure put some serious thought into this new program You are embarking on. That is a good sign that you recognize the importance of exercise for improved health and quality of life. You seem to be ready to make a commitment to a structured exercise plan that will become a lifelong habit. (more…)
Jennifer’s Journal: Week One. Part 4
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012The food records will force you to take a close look at what you eat, and the circumstances around your food choices. As you become accountable for each meal, each day, each week, you start making changes and seeing results. If you do not write it down, somehow it does not count. (more…)
