Jumping higher is always a popular goal for a lot of people in the weight room. People go about it by different ways -- plyometrics, leg press, jumping programs like "Air Alert" -- but at the end of the day one of the best ways to increase your vertical leaping ability is with the squat. A back squat (or front squat, or split squat) is about as functional as it gets when it comes to mimicking the pattern of a jump. (Read full entry) May 22, 2018
Get Fit Week 2018
Western Staff & Faculty are invited to Get Fit and enjoy a complimentary One-Week Campus Recreation Membership at the Western Student Recreation Centre, available May 28-June 3, 2018.
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Ways to Cool Down Your Summer Workout
You waited all year for summer to arrive, dreaming of all the activities you could do if only the weather was nice. But now that warm weather has arrived, the extreme heat and humidity can make it difficult to spend any time outdoors—let alone exercise. While exercising in the heat is generally safe for most people, taking a few extra precautions will help you stay cool and prevent problems associated with the heat. (Read full entry) April 25, 2018
A small disclaimer before we get into the bread and butter of this blog post. TECHNIQUE IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT!
Lifting with proper technique will allow you to safely lift the most amount of weight possible. If you need help with your squat, buy a book, search YouTube or ask one of our great trainers at Campus Rec. (Read full entry) April 2, 2018
Hanging Leg Raises
The hanging leg raise may be the holy grail of core training. You probably know it: As you hang from a bar, you curl your hips and knees up to your chest. Here's a more in depth look of how to complete this classic move. (Read full entry) March 5, 2018
Weight Training Success Tips
We all reach that stage in our exercise lives at some point. It just seems that nothing much extra happens -- no more fat loss or muscle gain. For some it seems like endless progress because of a low fitness starting level; others reach this progress plateau quickly. Click here to find some practical tips to kick-start a stalled fitness engine! (Read full entry)
