Archive | September, 2009
Coach Shreck’s Functional Pole Workout

Coach Shreck’s Functional Pole Workout

In the video I show you excerpts from a workout out I did totally using the functional pole (really a cellar pole).  What I like about this type of training is that the pole is 3-4 inches in diameter so it is just like training with a fat bar except the fact that it is [...]

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Making A Homemade Functional Pole

Making A Homemade Functional Pole

In today’s economy, we all could use cost effective ways to develop training equipment for little to no cost and that is exactly what I am showing you.  If you have access to any cable machine and you are looking for a new training attachment then this video is for you.   In this video, [...]

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The Role of Nutrition Part II

The Role of Nutrition Part II

Do I need supplements? Should I take vitamins? How do I make smart food choices?
This is Part II of “The Role of Nutrition” posts.  At this time, I want to point out that I am by no means a certified nutritionist. Everything in these posts, I base off my experience and my personal opinion. I [...]

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Remember 9-11

Remember 9-11

Take a moment and reflect on this day. We all know what happened, how you reacted, and where you were when it happened. It is interesting how certain major events will trigger memories for the rest of your life. Take a moment today and say a little prayer for the individuals who [...]

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Throw your Hips into Injury Prevention

Throw your Hips into Injury Prevention

Throw Your Hips into Injury Prevention
How to improve the balance and strength in your hips to keep your body healthy and in the game
By Jerry Shreck, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach, Bucknell University
When most people think about training for injury prevention, the first thing that comes to mind is movements for the core, the shoulders, [...]

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The Role of Nutrition Part I

The Role of Nutrition Part I

I really want to make something clear to everyone; any exercise  program will produce some sort of result if there is effort placed  behind the program. Yes, some workouts are better than others  and I don’t think anyone has the “perfect” exercise program.  Trainers will agree and disagree about fitness training  philosophies but everyone [...]

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