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Form Tweaks for a More Effective Workout
You can hit the gym and do biceps curls and triceps kickbacks until your arms are begging for mercy… But is your form flawless?
Eddy Coming to Ellicottville
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the importance of early detection and the impact of this disease.
What is Diaphragmatic Breathing?
During any fitness session with me, I will also stress how important proper breathing is to activate your core muscles.
Daily Core Use
You probably do not think about your “core muscles” unless you are participating in a workout.
Strength Training vs. Hypertrophy
When it comes to working out, most folks often have varying goals that go far beyond just aesthetics or strength.
Learn How to Deadlift
Although a staple in strength training, there are many different ways to perform the deadlift.
Exercise at Any Age
The following are exercises recommended for people in their 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond .
The Art of Proper Breathing
When I get a new client, especially one who is unfamiliar with strength training, I begin by teaching some basics like form, tempo, and breathing; probably the hardest of the three to teach.
Are You Getting Enough Protein?
While you may watch your calories, sugar and salt intake, you should also make sure you are ingesting enough protein.
Social Media Vs. Your Health
In my business, social media can be a blessing and a curse. Too often I see posts that are filled with risky fitness trends and misleading diet and nutrition information.
Can You Eat too Much Fruit?
Fruit is a key part of a healthy eating plan. But fruit contains natural sugars, and some types are fairly high in calories. So some people may wonder whether they’re eating too much of it.
Which is Better - Ice or Heat?
When something hurts, what will make it feel better - ice or heat? And when does it make sense to use both?
Supporting the Arts & Local Students
For the family and friends of Elisa Hughey, June 15, 2024 marks a special date. Not only is it the day of the annual Elisa’s Run for the Arts, but this year, June 15th marks eight years exactly since the day Elisa passed away.
Holiday Valley Mudslide
You know it’s officially summer in Ellicottville when Holiday Valley invites everyone to get a little dirty at the annual Mudslide race, coming up on June 15th.
Elisa’s Run for the Arts
On Saturday, June 15, 2024, we will gather to run and walk to remember and celebrate our beloved Elisa Hughey, who lost her battle with colon cancer 8 years ago - to the day.
Proper Hydration
When I complete a fitness assessment with any potential new client, I not only want to learn about their goals and limitations, but also, what their diets look like. My first dietary question is always about hydration.
Know Your Food
What if I told you there was a place you could shop that was direct from local farmers to your own table? Would you be surprised if I also said it was in Great Valley?
Riding Bikes & Saving Lives
Conscious efforts to make other people’s lives just a little better make someone pretty great, even if the reach is small or interpersonal. There are, however, a select few individuals who hugely extend their greatness: Meet Rick Jackson.
Ellicottville’s First Wellness Fair
There is nothing more important than your health, so why don’t we celebrate it like we do so many other things?
Muscle Imbalances: Why & How to Fix Them
If your right arm has ever confidently banged out a set of bicep curls or rows at the gym while your left arm has struggled to keep up, you know what it feels like when one side of your body is stronger than the other.