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From StaleyTraining.com, The Aerobic Conspiracy!

Submitted by Steve_McMinn_RKC on Mon, 09/07/2009 - 11:36

From the latest Charles Staley newsletter comes an article by National (USA) record-holding powerlifter Phil Stevens (www.lift4hope.org). Phil explains how the myth of long-slow-distance (LSD) cardio as the number one way to lose fat and get toned, got started AND why it is absolutely not true! Phil's opinion is based on the scientific facts of the latest research, showing the importance of weight-training in maintaining muscle mass, bone density, metabolism, hormonal function and cardiovascular health.

He does not say that LSD training is worthless, just that it is time to face the facts on what will really keep you strong, toned, energized and healthy!

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To rest or not to rest: that is the question.

Submitted by Steve_McMinn_RKC on Sat, 07/04/2009 - 08:35

As a trainer, I often talk to people about the importance of consistency in their workouts. Little progress can be made if workouts are few and far between as the body has to get used to exercise all over again. Gains made are lost, and it can be quite discouraging to constantly feel as if you are starting again from square one. In order to stay motivated, it is important to feel as if progress is being made.

On the other side of the coin, equal importance must be placed on avoiding overtraining and the unavoidable occurrence of plateaus. Overtraining leads to the same kind of soreness, chance of injury and loss of motivation you get from lack of consistency. The old adage "no pain, no gain" should be relegated to the back of your storage locker along with those neon tops you wore in the 80's!

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No Time? Train ANYWHERE With This Bodyweight Routine!

Submitted by Steve_McMinn_RKC on Sat, 06/06/2009 - 00:53

I have had a number of clients over the years who travel a lot for work. This constant upheval in their schedules means that they are often less than consistent in their workouts. What I teach them first is how to exercise with no equipment at all. This way, they are able to train no matter where they find themselves and no matter how tight their schedule is. As we know, consistency is the name of the game when it comes to both short and long-term results.

If you are away from your hometown gym and none is available or convenient to where you are staying, you must know how to stay fit!

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