“Five (5) years ago, when I started working out with Crystal, I was a candidate for a total knee replacement (bone on bone), and had already met with several Orthopedic doctors. With Crystal’s guidance, modifications for my needs, and commitment to at least twice weekly personal training sessions, I am still Skiing, Hiking, Biking, Strongest I have…
The single leg deadlift can be done so many different ways and is one of my favorite exercises for the posterior chain, ankle stability and core stability. Muscles involved in this movement predominantly include the hamstrings, glutes, and trunk musculature. This is also great for balance and motor control through the hip complex. Pictured are…
1. You continued to strength train during pregnancy, what were your reasons? I wanted to continue doing the activities I love like mountain biking, running and backcountry skiing while pregnant. Strength training was important to keep from getting injured. As ligaments become more relaxed during pregnancy, risk of injury from overuse is even higher, so…
Foam Rolling- Foam rolling is beneficial and safe for most people and for those who exercise daily, it is a great idea. It is something that is sometimes overlooked at the end of a workout when we are rushing to leave class and get onto the next thing, but I can’t stress its importance enough!…
1. You continued to strength train during pregnancy, what were your reasons? To maintain my existing fitness level, for my mental well being, and for a healthy pregnancy. 2. Did you ever feel like it was too much, or there wasn’t a way to modify what your bodies ability was at the time? Not…
As the mid-point of summer passes us by, most of us are at a high point in our summer sports base-fitness having been hiking, trail running, biking, climbing for several months now. As August approaches, so do a lot of the bigger goals we’ve been training for. Longer days on the trails are looming and…
Our new 45-minute Express classes at 12:15 on Mondays and Fridays have been really fun to program for. I know that most people coming to these classes are pressed for time, but are still making it a priority to fit a workout into their schedule, so I want to be sure we’re making the most…
Kayaker Special This week we are starting our Kayaker training. This is the first workout of a 12 session progression. The goal with this program is strengthening the core and upper body for kayakers. There are so many muscles needed in the shoulders and body in Kayaking that do not get directly strengthened through practicing their…
W.U 10 to 1 push ups, sit ups, squats 6 Rounds 4x Military Press 5x each arm kb snatch 5x PVC pass thru 8 Rounds 3x Craig Special 4x Touch Jump Touch hip flexor stretch 6 Rounds 6x each Single Leg Deadlift 3x Seated Box Jump Hamstring Stretch 2 Rounds 30x Shoulder Hand Job 30x…
Workout of the Week With the time change making the days longer and the warm weather moving in, the opportunities for extended outdoor activity are increasing. Being out skiing in Grand Teton National Park the last few weekends has driven home the importance of stamina training – for both the mind and body. This week’s…