by Michelle Brown | Jul 26, 2016 | Technical, Workout of the Day
Whatever you want to call them, superhero, superwoman or superman, this exercise is phenomenal for strengthening the muscles that promote great posture and for opening up the front of the body. Most of us spend our day day closed up in a seated position; countering... 
by Michelle Brown | Jul 19, 2016 | Boot Camp Blog, Mobility, Technical
If you Gumsaba, then you know skaters! Skaters are awesome because they simultaneously challenge mobility and stability as well as cardiovascular endurance. Sometimes they are confused with spring jacks, which are focused more on mobility and strength. Lets clarify... 
by Michelle Brown | Jul 12, 2016 | Mobility, Technical
The stiff leg deadlift is a great example of eccentric training and the functional benefits of this exercise make it one of the most important movements we perform in class. When we teach our bodies how to properly load a bent position, we promote back health and... 
by Michelle Brown | Jun 28, 2016 | Nutrition Bites, Technical
Dehydration can cause all kinds of problems, both short and long term. Knowing how much you sweat during an hour of working out gives you a tool to maintain proper hydration for your body. If you are a dripping “sweater” like I am, chances are you are not... 
by Michelle Brown | Jun 21, 2016 | Motivation, Nutrition Bites, Technical
Blood cholesterol levels are an important indicator of heart health. High cholesterol (fat in the blood) can cause serious and fatal side effects. Heart disease is one common negative outcome of high total cholesterol, and is the cause of 1 in every 4 deaths in the... 
by Michelle Brown | Jun 14, 2016 | Boot Camp Blog, Motivation, Technical
Mountain climbers… the name itself speaks volumes on what this movement asks of the body. Mobility, stability, cardio endurance…of course. But there’s a lot more to LOVE about them than their physical state. Mountain climbers take grit. They are...