Shoulder taps are an excellent activation exercise for advanced trainees while a great standalone core exercise for beginners. They teach a person how to resist extension and rotation all while the stance shoulder musculature works hard to stabilise the shoulder. There are a few important things to remember: - The challenge provided is directly related... Continue Reading →
Over the last number of months I have been increasingly contacted by people asking me about a program they are on or for me to design a new program for them. The majority are not programs, they are workouts. A workout details what a person is to complete on 1 day. A program has a... Continue Reading →
Hey! Yes, you! How are you? My name is Mark and I hate the scales. Now that you know a little bit about me let me explain a little bit more. Firstly, for clarity sake I don't hate the scale, I hate the way it is used. When trying to lose weight……HANG ON. When trying... Continue Reading →
From my last blog post: WHY CALORIE DEFICIT DIETS DON’T WORK……….. “The burning question: If I can’t lose extra weight/fat by cutting calories or increasing exercise, how can I lose it?” Simple Answer: Maintain calorie intake but change the source (e.g. replace excess carbohydrates with protein/fats) and start weight training with the intention of building... Continue Reading →
"Where there's a will, there's a way" Ever try to drive a nail into a wall with a sponge? Sometimes "will" alone won't cut it. You need the right tools for the job. If you are reading this you are (probably) either thinking about trying to lose fat, currently trying (through diet or exercise or... Continue Reading →
Food, glorious food! I've had a few false dawns when it comes to training. This January when everyone around me was hitting the gym and trying to lose weight, tone up and get fit, I had only 1 "resolution". Get my nutrition in order. I knew if I did this I could start training knowing... Continue Reading →
Source: Want a Program Mick? BACKGROUND Paudi (the boss) and I were chatting at reception about the benefits of High Intensity Training (or GAA, probably GAA) when I noticed Michael in our studio on the CCTV. He wandered aimlessly for a few moments and I decided to walk up and see if he would like to... Continue Reading →
If you have ever lifted weights before chances are, you have had DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) in your thighs, shoulders, ass, abs, practically everywhere! That feeling the day after a workout where a sneeze would cause you to shatter as if you were made of glass – that’s DOMS. The feeling when laughing hurts,... Continue Reading →
Aside from sliothars, ice packs must rank highly on the 'miscellaneous' expenses sheet for any hurling team (or any sports team for that matter). But are they even necessary?? Do they help or hinder the recovery process? Should physio's/physical therapists use them as placebo's or is educating our players better for their long term development?... Continue Reading →
My college LIT Review was entitled - "Is Functional Movement Screening a Reliable Predictor of Musculoskeletal Injury?" I won't lie......this is a READ! If it's a topic you are very interested in - READ ON. There is a lot of jargon (technical terms) used in this review. I will post a shortened, summary of this... Continue Reading →
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