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Neural Activation
This past weekend, MPC worked with athletes from across Ontario who were taking part in the Kingston Aero’s Trampoline Club training camp. The focus of the workshop we hosted was to teach the athletes how to incorporate neural activation and speed drills into their...
Understanding Strength Training
We hear the term ‘strength training’ used frequently, not just in the fitness industry but also in casual conversation among friends, colleagues and relatives. But what truly is strength training, and why are people engaging in it? ‘Strong’ is having the power to move...
Why Do Our Ankles Need Mobility?
Unless you have ever suffered an ankle injury, chances are you probably haven’t given much thought to how your ankles move and how important they really are. You may not think about how almost all lower body movements (walking, squatting, running and even climbing up...
The Importance of Tracking Your Fitness Progress
The first step in the road to success in any endeavour is a goal. Numerous studies have shown that individuals who set goals have a far better chance of achieving them than those who do not (Locke, 1985). Even the simplest daily tasks revolve around setting goals. For...
Can You Touch Your Toes?
“I can't touch my toes, my hamstrings are too tight.” “I stretch my hamstrings all the time, yet I still can’t touch my toes.” These are a handful of direct quotes from clients over the years. Most people immediately associate this problem with hamstring flexibility...
Why Train Your Glutes?
Often, you’ll walk in to MPC and the members are performing a variation of a glute activation exercise (banded walks, clamshells, lying down leg circles, etc). Most gyms in the industry understand the value of why strengthening the glutes is so important, but very few...
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