Posted on October 22nd, 2011, by relax
Stretching to many people, is like eating vegetables. We know it is good for us but when given a choice – we choose our favorite activity or favorite side dish over what we can benefit from more! Our mind-set in sports seems to be to “just do it” And, we continue to be misinformed and uninformed on the proper techniques of [...]
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Posted on January 19th, 2011, by relax
Receive Hands-On Instruction to Improve Flexibility and Function Personal Trainer, Kevin Cody of PHASE Fitness Yoga is offering personal instruction tailored to your ability and fitness level at our office beginning January 23rd! Classes will be held on Sundays mornings at 10 am and Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm. These small group sessions are designed to [...]
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Posted on December 8th, 2006, by relax
The pectoralis major or ‘pecs’ is a large, flat, square muscle on each side of the upper chest, tapering toward the upper shoulder. The clavicular, or upper fibers of the pectoralis major are effective in flexing the shoulder joint, while the sternal/abdominal fibers extend the flexed joint. Both serve as powerful lifters and are important in the [...]
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Posted on June 22nd, 2006, by relax
The trapezius is one of a pair of muscles, which, when combined, form the trapezium. The trapezius is a large, flat muscle, which begins at the base of the skull, running down the length of the spin to the lower back. It also attaches to the back of the shoulder, forming a large triangle. The [...]
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