What is BFR Training? BENEFITS Improve Strength Reduce wear and tear Save time in your day Reduce recovery time Stay strong through injuries Take it anywhere you go Blood flow restriction training, or BFR training, is an exercise modality that uses a manipulation of the body’s circulatory system in combination with light resistance exercise—such as bodyweight work—to achieve improvements in …
March 27, 2018
For Your Clients with Low Back Pain Who Sit All Day
A large portion of clients I see have acute and chronic low back pain. Just like life, low back injuries have ups and flow in the recovery stage. We can get you well during an office visit, but you still have to go and live your life. One major difficulty in recovery is that much of a person’s life today …
March 15, 2018
Training like a warrior: Why a mace or club should be implemented into your routine
First off, just admit you said, “What the heck is a mace?” It’s okay. You’re not alone. I’d bet a majority of readers had the same reaction. Here’s the answer: A mace is a training tool based on an ancient weapon – the gada – which originated in South Asia. It is long and narrow with a weight at the …
Sales Manager at ELIVATE Fitness, Level 1 CrossFit Coach and Founder/Co-Owner, Coach at The Bar Athletics
January 25, 2018
Product Spotlight: Hyperice VYPER 2.0 Vibrating Fitness Roller
The VYPER 2.0 from Hyperice is the next generation of the world’s most powerful vibrating fitness roller. This award-winning roller features three speeds of high-intensity vibration and a dual-zone smooth and grooved German engineered exterior. Used daily by the world’s best athletes, the VYPER 2.0 allows you to warm up, activate and recover faster and more effectively than any other …
ELIVATE Vice President, Managing Editor, Communities and Education
January 23, 2018
Innovative Lateral Stability Trainer for All Fitness and Rehab Levels
SCIFIT® Latitude™ Lateral Stability Trainer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jG6m0EZvst4 The SCIFIT Latitude Lateral Stability Trainer uses an innovative motion to help people of all fitness levels build the muscles – and the confidence – they need to stay active, and it does so in an easy-to-use, engaging way. The Latitude machine allows users to exercise in a recumbent position and it strengthens stabilization …
MES, PRCS
December 19, 2017
The Future of Resistance Band Training
The Future of Muscle Function Testing The kiio Sensor accurately measures, stores, and wirelessly communicates force over time during any exercise. On-board sensors, a CPU, and special electronics calculate actual force, power, exercise pacing, and more. The kiio Sensor is integrated with kiio FLEX software to offer a comprehensive solution for assessing, training, monitoring, and improving the overall performance of …
Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer
December 7, 2017
New Product Alert – übertherm Cold Compression Wraps
A new product – übertherm cold wraps, with Ice Pillow™ Technology – deliver cold therapy in a way that significantly improves its effectiveness and, ultimately, the outcome for the patient. Continue reading and learn about how traditional cold therapy can worsen inflammation, how übertherm’s innovative technology is solving this problem, and how it can benefit both your clinic and your patients. …
Doctor of Medicine, Founder and CEO of übertherm LLC
December 5, 2017
Save on Great Ideas for Stocking Stuffers
Save On These Great Stocking Stuffers by Ordering Through ELIVATE It’s that time of year again – time to start thinking about great gift ideas for family and friends. So why not take advantage of the Professional Wholesale savings you get as a Trainer by ordering through ELIVATE? Call your ELIVATE Account Manager today to find out how you can save …
ELIVATE Vice President, Managing Editor, Communities and Education
November 14, 2017
New Device Lets You Accurately Measure Performance During Resistance Workouts
kiio Sensor Resistance training, while highly beneficial to the athlete, has always had an annoying drawback: the inability to precisely measure how much force the athlete is exerting during exercise. But that problem has now been solved. Introducing the kiio Sensor The kiio Sensor is a small, self-contained unit that can be connected to a resistance cable, band, tube or …
MPT, PhD
November 7, 2017
5 Kettlebell Movements to Gain Muscle
If you think kettlebells are just for swinging, think again. Kettlebells are one of the most versatile tools available to athletes today. They’re well suited to a wide range of fitness applications: strength training, conditioning, and working to increase explosiveness, power and mobility. In fact, many traditional barbell lifts can be turned into an effective kettlebell movement. Here are some …
Sales Manager at ELIVATE Fitness, Level 1 CrossFit Coach and Founder/Co-Owner, Coach at The Bar Athletics