There’s an old wives’ tale that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. However, when it comes to humans, the body is capable of learning new strategies to adapt to changes brought about by aging. Older adults, in particular, are more prone than any other subset of the population to falling. However, by continuing […]
Balance Training with Bosu Balls
Resistance training is not limited to weights and machines. Training involving balls, unstable platforms, and other devices to create an unbalanced environment has become increasingly popular in training settings. A bosu ball, which is short for “both sides up,” is an excellent tool to incorporate into one’s workout. If implemented correctly, they can improve balance, […]
Steps to Better Posture
You may or may not have heard the saying, “Sitting is the new smoking.” If we take a look at the modern American lifestyle, it’s obvious that sitting now dominates much of our activity. From meals to jobs to entertainment and transportation, sitting is a large part of both social and work life. A sedentary […]
The Proper Way to Squat
A squat is a fundamental exercise that when done properly has profound benefits for the lower body, core, back strength, posture, and overall physique. Squats strengthen the thighs, hips, buttocks, back, and core. The muscle groups strengthened through squat exercises help perform many other movements and exercises such as running and cycling. Many general and […]
Lifting Weights Isn’t Just to Bulk Up
A common misconception surrounding weight lifting is that lifting weights makes you bulky and large; however, this is not always the case. It is true lifting weights can help you achieve greater muscle mass and define your physique. However, weight training can also strengthen muscles, improve balance and metabolism, preserve bone mineral density, and […]
Get Immediate, Real, and Lasting Pain Management with HMT
HMT and Pain Management Body aches and localized pains are not only uncomfortable, they are disruptive to overall physical health and stress levels. Body aches are often dismissed, especially by individuals with busy lifestyles. However, pain is a warning sign from the body and should not be taken lightly. The signal may originate from a […]
How to gain Lean Body Mass
Article Written By: Ashlea Hartz, N.C., RYT Beau Jansen, Pro-Elite Trainer Farrah Kemp This article talks about The Four Areas of Focus When Gaining Lean Body Mass For some of us, gaining weight is something that makes us frown. But for those who are looking for peak performance it might be just what the trainer […]
Hanson Muscle Therapy Workshop
The first Hanson Muscle Therapy workshop went great! We started off having it at an amazing studio space but it didn’t have good enough WIFI was a learning experience. So, we change locations to core which turned out to be really awesome. All of our Chiropractors and Most Elite Trainers are now Hanson Muscle Therapy […]
Hanson Muscle Therapy Clinics
Learn HMT from San Jose Sharks’ Muscle Therapist Are you interested in expanding your knowlege of the body and learning new techniques to help clients? Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to learn from the best. Tobe Hanson, the HMT founder, Kinesiologist & Muscle Therapist will be hosting two clinics covering HMT 1 and HMT 2 […]