Youth Resistance Training – Part 4: Guidelines for Youth Resistance Training
Youth Resistance Training Guidelines: Safe and Effective Approaches for Young AthletesResistance training offers significant benefits for youth and adolescents, enhancing strength, coordination, and overall fitness. However, to maximize these benefits while ensuring safety, it's important to follow established guidelines that
Youth Resistance Training – Part 3: Health and Fitness Benefits
The Benefits of Youth Resistance Training: Building Health and Fitness for LifeResistance training for youth and adolescents is an effective way to enhance their physical and mental well-being. While much of the focus on youth fitness has been on aerobic
Youth Resistance Training – Part 2: Effectiveness
The Effectiveness of Resistance Training for Youth: Building Strength SafelyResistance training for youth and adolescents has evolved from a debated practice to a widely recognized method for boosting strength and physical development. Research now shows that with proper supervision and
Youth Resistance Training – Part 1: Safety
The Safety of Resistance Training for Youth and Adolescents: What the Research SaysFor decades, resistance training was discouraged in youth and adolescents due to concerns about injury risks. Much of this fear stemmed from early data suggesting that strength exercises
A Beginner’s Guide to Training Zones (VO2 Max) and Thresholds
Diving into fitness introduces a world rich with specialized terms like "Lactate Threshold", "Ventilatory Threshold", and "VO2 max". Understanding these concepts is pivotal for devising an effective workout plan that adapts to your training zones. It is also important for
Running Economy: A Guide for Athletes
Every runner, from those enjoying a leisurely weekend jog to those prepping for a major marathon, shares a common aspiration: enhancing their running prowess. Amidst the plethora of training advice and techniques, which ones truly propel you to your best?
VO2 Max: What is it and how do we train it?
VO2 max, often referred to as the pinnacle of aerobic fitness, represents the maximum amount of oxygen an individual can take in and utilize during exercise. Whether you're into running through the many Edmonton trails, riding our beautiful river valley,