Lateral Rotator Stretch
Author | Psoas Massage and Bodywork
Who needs this exercise?
Cyclists, runners, dancers, people who work at desks. It’s also a great stretch for people to add to their daily routines since you can do it anywhere–even at the office.
Featured DIAKADI Trainer | Gavin Birmingham
Trainer Name | Gavin Birmingham
Gavin’s love of fitness training and love of soccer coaching came together to form the popular SoccerSculpt work outs at Crissy Fields and Golden Gate Park.
“I have always been taught never to give in, always strive to win and to always have fun doing it, Champions find a way!”
Squattastic
Author | DIAKADI Trainer Allan Mateo
One of my all time personal favorite discussion topics is whether or not it’s safe to perform a “full squat” (a hip angle less than 90 degrees), and since this is my blog, and I was explicitly told that I could speak my mind on the matter, here it is: ABSOLUTELY! If done PROPERLY, it is not only safe, but more so beneficial for the gluteal and biceps femoris complex, as it requires more recruitment from these muscle groups (posterior chain); which would be better regarding an overall balance of hip strength between posterior and anterior chains, thus decreasing the likelihood of any hip dysfunction and low back pain.
Featured DIAKADI Trainer | Caitlyn Allen
Trainer Name | Caitlyn Allen
I believe that it is not the destination but the journey that helps us to grow and change and thrive. Developing a healthy body as well as a strong mind and spirit enables us to meet our daily challenges with enough energy and strength to perform at our best and the will and power to succeed in life.
Learn More Earn More
The following article is by Charles Poliquin who is a Canadian born highly successful personal trainer who has trained Olympic medalists in over 12 different sports. Poliquin is looked up to in the fitness industry for his training technique as well dedication to the fitness lifestyle.
I try to learn as much from my clients as they learn from me. My rates have been at the top of the field since the mid-90s, and I tend to attract well-off clientele of self-made, enormously successful millionaires-and I try to learn as much from them as they learn from me.
Yoga on the Labyrinth at Grace Cathedral
Have you been looking for a great place to do yoga? Join yoga teacher and author Darren Main on Tuesday evenings, at Grace Cathedral, at 6:15 p.m. for this gentle and nurturing yoga practice. You don’t need to be flexible or have prior experience with yoga to benefit. In fact, people of all ages and abilities are welcome and invited to attend. All that is required is a desire to quiet the mind and balance the body.
Featured DIAKADI Trainer | Elaine Williams
Trainer Name | Elaine Williams
Elaine’s Mission
“To be a practitioner of health & fitness, empower others with the connection of mind, body & spirit to achieve optimal health and well-being, and giving to our community everywhere possible.”
Philosophy
I strive to bring awareness of tried and true techniques, coaching unique individuals to achieve realistic-holistic health & fitness goals. Elaine inspires through encouragement, compassion, and commitment.
Dealing with Plantar Fasciitis
Dealing with Plantar Fasciitis | By Scott Schwartz, Owner and Therapist of Psoas Massage + Bodywork
Our feet. We use them to walk, run, pedal and even pop & lock (for all you phresh dancers out there). And with all we put our feet through daily, be it hardcore workouts or hardcore high heels, they can seize up on us to a point where even the simple task of walking becomes a problem. And for those of you who do more than walk (personally, I prefer to Fox Trot around), foot pain can be as annoying as it is debilitating.
Eight Sizes Smaller
Commit to Fit | Week 45
Author: Commit to Fit 2011 Winner, Dave Mckew
As promised, I re-engaged with food after the damaging holidays and lost over 6.5 pounds during the first week of the month. This was my largest drop since October, and a welcome one after basically “treading water” on the scale for most of November and December. At this point I have lost 98.3 pounds in just over 10 months.
Featured DIAKADI Trainer | Mike LaSala
Trainer Name | Mike LaSala
Michael’s cutting edge training philosophies are shaped by the physical and mental challenges he creates for himself through his passion for sports. His experience covers a range as wide as the needs of his clients. He grew up playing competitive tennis, competed in Maui Thai kickboxing tournaments and spent a summer training in France with a member of the French national windsurfing team. From as early as high school he taught athletes in freestyle in-line skating, snowboarding, windsurfing and tennis.