Getting Dynamic WIth Your Stretching Routine Feb 09 09:00am In my last blog entry I covered the differences between static stretching and dynamic stretching.   For those individuals who want to incorporate dynamic stretching in their routines, here are my recommendations: Be careful and progress slowly.... Read more

Dynamic Stretching: Proceed Cautiously Feb 03 06:35am In my last blog entry , I talked about static stretching which is a slow, controlled, no-bounce type of stretching that should be the mainstay of your stretching program. Another type of stretching that you may hear about, especially with athletes,... Read more

Static Stretching Jan 31 04:19am In my last blog entry I spoke about the importance of both warm-up and stretching for all- and the difference between the two. I believe that everyone should stretch, some more than others, and some body parts and muscle groups need more attention... Read more

Warm-Up versus Stretching Jan 26 01:00pm In my last blog entry , I stressed the need for improving your flexibility through a regular program of stretching.  There is no question in my mind, that even a small amount of time devoted to stretching is time well spent.  Improved performance,... Read more

Stretching Can Decrease Injuries, Improve Posture Jan 23 05:06pm In several recent blog entries I spoke about the missing ingredient in so many workouts. If anything tends to get neglected, it is stretching.  Stretching is so important for many reasons. It lessens the likelihood of injury for both athletes and... Read more

Ab Work and Recovery Time Jan 11 05:05pm I had the following question after posting my last blog: I was told that your stomach muscles can be worked every day. Why are they different from our arms or chest? The advice to never train the same muscle groups two days in a row is usually sound... Read more

The Missing Workout Piece Dec 26 05:59pm In my last blog entry I talked about the need to create balance in your workouts. The three main pillars of a balanced workout include cardiovascular exercise, stretching or flexibility, and strength training.  I tend to include "core"... Read more

Balance Your Workouts Dec 20 03:41am You may have seen my recent PBS special, "Your Body's FrameWork."  It has been airing nationwide over the past few weeks and is based on my book "FrameWork."  The main philosophy of both the television special and the book... Read more

More Holiday Fitness - Don't Get Derailed! Dec 09 06:57am In my last entry I discussed the all-too-often encountered difficulties that many of us face around the holidays, especially the stretch between Thanksgiving and New Year's. Also, as I had mentioned, your exercise and nutrition sabotage does not... Read more

Staying Fit Through the Holidays Dec 09 06:38am Completion. What a great feeling when something is completed. A project, a big presentation, some chores, a new book. It always leaves me with a good feeling, and I'm sure it is the same with you. As 2006 begins to wind down and another year is... Read more