By Alan Shaw, Co-Founder and Head Coach of Rhapsody Fitness in Charleston, SC If given the choice, would you rather run a 5K on a treadmill facing a blank wall or winding your way through a park? Both options will get your heart rate up, but most of us would take the park path [...]
Asking your coach a question about your training shows that you're engaged in the process and open to new information that could help you improve. Which is why most coaches love and appreciate questions! Here are some examples of questions that your coach wants you to ask (because the answer will help you make [...]
By Alan Shaw, Co-Founder and Head Coach of Rhapsody Fitness in Charleston, SC The source of everything from snarky remarks to abject loathing, there are a few taboos across the fitness community. Peeling back the shame and stigma, we are digging into these common missteps - what they are, why they hurt offenders most [...]
If you're familiar with Maslow's hierarchy of needs, then you've probably seen the 5-level pyramid comprised of: Physiological needs (at the bottom of the pyramid) - food, water, warmth, rest Safety needs - security, safety Belongingness and Love needs - relationships, friends Esteem needs - prestige, sense of accomplishment Self-Actualization (the top level of [...]
En route to the corner store, Logan was accelerating through an intersection when his OneWheel stopped short and sent him flying. Reflexively, he stuck out an arm to catch himself and the asphalt impact travelled straight up his wrist through to his elbow and broke it. In medical terms, Logan fell-on-out-stretched-hand or “FOOSH’d” resulting in [...]
When you’re setting aside time and money to raise the bar on your health and fitness, it makes sense that you want to make the most of that investment. We recently shared a few ideas on how you can get the most out of your training investment. If you missed part one, here is [...]
Each time you show up at the gym, you make a deposit. And that investment is made up of your time, money and effort. You could spend that same 60 minutes in hundreds of different ways, but you’ve chosen to prioritize your training and health. Training ROI - Part 1 If you’re willing to [...]
Who doesn't enjoy a night of cozy, calm, blissful sleep? Getting a good night's sleep doesn't just create a much-needed moment of zen. Quality sleep is also vital to prepare your body for peak performance at the gym and in your daily life. So why is getting a good night of sleep so elusive? [...]
The sit-up is a simple exercise that you can literally do anywhere. Despite the simplicity of this movement, it’s worth checking in on the points of performance. Make this an effective and efficient exercise by ensuring that you’re getting the most out of every rep. Points of Performance: The Sit-Up While the sit-up is [...]
On the path to lifelong fitness and health, you’re bound to hit a few potholes and detours along the way. Some bumps in the road are short-lived, and your journey continues. At other times, you might find yourself away from the gym for an extended period of time. When you’re ready to get back [...]
