January is here and there’s no better time to start your fitness journey you’ve been putting off then now. It often comes with a fair share of uncertainty, but could also be a great new fun challenge. The first step is always figuring out exactly what you want to achieve and the specific actions needed…

Going for a “PR” In-Season…Do’s and Don’ts It’s every competitive athlete’s favorite thing to do! Go for a personal record or a PR and see how strong they are! Although it’s fun to compete and see where you stand compared to your friends, it may not be the most ideal way to train during the…

Starting a new workout routine can be exciting, especially when it’s part of a New Year’s resolution or a fresh commitment to fitness. However, it’s common to lose focus within the first two or three weeks. Why? It often comes down to three major mistakes: unrealistic expectations, overtraining, and lack of consistency. Let’s dive into…

“Get Stronger”: What That May Mean for the Young Athlete Developing young athletes can be challenging. Often, youth coaches struggle to identify the specific needs that help each player improve their movement and athletic performance. The go-to phrase is “your young athlete needs to be stronger.” As mentioned in past articles, changes in hormones, body…

Top 7 Must-Haves for Your Boxing Gym Bag At TA Boxing, like most gyms, we provide gear for members who don’t have their own. But let’s be honest—every member quickly realizes it’s best to invest in their own personal equipment. Those beat-up, overly used gym gloves just don’t cut it for everyday use. If you’re…

In the first part (Holiday Success: How to Balance Festivities and Your Goals), we explored simple strategies to maintain momentum with your goals during the busy holiday season. This continuation builds on those ideas, offering additional tips to help you navigate the festive chaos while staying consistent. With celebrations, travel, and end of year demands,…

How to Use Dumbbells for Elite Performance Everyone has been a dumbbell rack at the gym, but are you using them as effectively as you could be to maximize your athletic potential? Bicep curls and shoulder presses are the typical go to exercises when you see dumbbells. These exercises only focus on a few select…

Do you ever find yourself highly motivated to work out, go for a run, or hop on a bike, only to have days when you’d rather just lay down and shut out the world? As a trainer who works with athletes, I understand how challenging it can be to stay consistently motivated for every workout.…

Sports Performance Essentials for Athletes Aged 8-13 Years Social media is packed with complex exercises demonstrated by top athletes. But ages 8-13? Not the time for them, even if the post claims to show “5 great ways to increase speed.” As with everything, creating a foundation of strength and stability should be the number one…

Going off my last article, ‘The Power of Momentum in Habit Building‘, the holiday season is full of joy, celebrations, and, often, a whirlwind of obligations. While it’s easy to let your goals slip to the side during this time, staying consistent doesn’t have to mean an all or nothing approach. Simplifying your efforts and…

The Key to Boxing Success: Keep It Simple Modern boxing training can seem overly complicated, but the reality is, it doesn’t need to be. For aspiring beginners and experienced fighters, boxing training is actually quite straightforward when approached in the “old school way”. The most important thing is to first, master the fundamentals. A good…

Top 3 Hockey Shoulder Mobility Strengthening Exercises Last week we broke down our top 3 hip mobility strengthening exercises for hockey players, this week it’s all about bulletproofing those hockey shoulders! The focus on these exercises are to not only open up new mobility in the shouders but simultaneously strengthen your shoulders end range of…