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Weight Training

Weight training is a type of  strength training for developing the strength and size of skeletal muscles. It uses the force of gravity (weighted bars, dumbbells or weight stacks) to oppose the force generated by muscle through concentric (flexion) or eccentric (extension) contraction. Weight training uses a variety of specialized equipment to target specific muscle [...]

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Core Training

Core conditioning and abdominal conditioning have become synonymous but the abdominal muscles do not solely constitute real or total core strength and conditioning. Abdominal muscles have very limited and specific action and consists of numerous muscles that stabilize the spine and pelvis and run the entire length of the torso. These muscles stabilize the spine, [...]

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Flexibility

Flexibility refers to the absolute range of movement in a joint or series of joints, and length in muscles that cross the joints. Flexibility is variable between individuals, particularly in terms of differences in muscle length of multi-joint muscles. Flexibility in some joints can be increased to a certain degree by exercise, with stretching a [...]

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Stadium

Stadium training offers a unique venue where a multitude of different exercise training techniques can be utilized: Running stadium steps. Track running (sprints, intermediate distance). Field events (discus, javelin, shot put).

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Boxing

Boxing stimulates all muscle groups, and provides the perfect combination of aerobic and anaerobic exercise. A boxing regimen will improve: strength, power, coordination, agility, balance and overall endurance. Specific exercises will include: heavy bag, speed-bag, speed ball and medicine ball, jump rope as well as resistance-training and use of weights and kettlebells. Requirements: Gloves.

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Kick Boxing

Kickboxing is often practiced for self-defense, general fitness, or as a full-contact sport. Kickboxing is a high-impact cardiovascular based activity that blends elements of boxing, martial arts and traditional aerobics. “Cardio kickboxing” has become a popular sport because it is a high-intensity workout that increases strength and flexibility while burning calories. Requirements: Gloves, shin guards.

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Beach Training

Beach training is a unique method of fitness training, because sand inherently introduces resistance, which in turn, increases heart rate, rapidly. An exercise program may be designed around: running, short/intermediate sprints, lateral movement drills, cones as well as different types of equipment: baseball, football, volleyball, soccer ball, frisbee, medicine ball to name a few. There [...]

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