In order to lift a weight, muscular force must exceed the downward force of a load. The opposite occurs when you lower a weight – motor units are turned off until the downward force of the load is greater than the muscular force acting upon it. With less motor units active, greater tension and more…

Clients hire you for a specific purpose. Your success ultimately depends on the success of your training programs. The first thing you need to consider when designing a program is the training goal. This single factor trumps all others. For instance, an individual with recurring shoulder pain and extremely poor posture may approach you with…