FORM AND MID-LINE STABILITY

Fig 1. Incorrect Mid-line Stability
Notice how the balance of body weight and the load are more on the forefoot. This is common with new or inexperienced people when they squat. This can cause strain on the knees and lower back because you must over compensate for the gravity of the weight pulling you forward. Balance is key! Also notice how the knee breaks the barrier of the toes; Big NO NO!







Fig 2. Correct Mid-line Stability
Notice the stability of balance intersecting the foot, bar and plate as well as the head. This is the natural mid-line stability that should be used for proper balance and load support. There is no overcompensating lower back and the knee does not break the natural barrier of the toes. This is the proper form. The key is to always make sure you sit back in the seat and not just bend your knees.

What are you really driving in?

We are a nation of busy people with more responsibilities than we can handle most of the time. We have a gamut of things going on from work, finals, kids, errands, American Idol, The Game dude! ..... Its easy to forget about ourselves and the next day awaits us. Do you really need that coffee to get you going in the morning? Are you truly that tired to workout? Did you bother to even pack your lunch or better yet, do you even know what you are going to eat for lunch? Its amazing that we keep our cars tuned up at regular scheduled maintenance, keep gas "proper fuel" in the tank and a nice bathing at the local car spa on the weekend. Wow that Benz gets more training than the average driver. That Benz also gets the proper nutrition it needs to run at an optimal level without breaking down (injury, illness). Why is it we don't do the same to our bodies? Unlike a car, if your health becomes a wreck you can't trade it off for a new one. But the good news is you can realize today that this flesh we are living inside is our last line of defense and it needs caring (nutrition), maintenance (exercise) and love also.

Take some time to place a higher priority on fitness and health. Its really more important than your 401k. In fact not doing so can cost you your 401k and some in the end.

Happy New Year! Now get moving!

Well, I know we all had a great holiday and indulged into some of the most forbidden and treacherous acts over the last couple weeks but that's what we do around this time of year. I had some quality time with love ones including my daughter Leilani and of course great friends.