President Bush nominated Tucson, Ariz., trauma surgeon Dr. Richard Carmona to be his next surgeon general, elevating a former high school dropout and “poor Hispanic kid” to the brink of the nation’s highest healthcare post. Bush cited Carmona’s expertise in preparing for terrorist attacks and other emergencies as a principal reason for his choice. He [...]
Category Archives: Fitness
Member Orientation Breeds Success
January 9, 2012 – 3:55 pm
By implementing a new level of member orientation, Cooper Fitness Center (CFC) was able to increase member satisfaction, personal training revenues and employee management skills, all in one fell swoop.
A Word About Water
November 3, 2011 – 11:24 am
Water is essential for good health, especially during the hot summer months. Physical activities during the summer often leave us dehydrated, exhausting our body’s supply of water. Yet many of us exist on soft drinks, sports drinks, or alcoholic drinks (many with hidden calories) to keep us cool and refreshed.
Stretches That Can Enhance A Surfer’s Flexibility Part 5
October 19, 2011 – 8:44 am
Calf and Achilles Tendon Stretch: Stand in front of a sturdy vertical object, with the right foot on the floor with the toes pointing forward and the knee slightly bent. The right foot is less than 6 inches from the object. The left foot is 18 inches to the left and 12 inches behind the [...]
Stretches That Can Enhance A Surfer’s Flexibility Part 4
October 12, 2011 – 8:11 am
Prone One Leg Towel Quadricep Stretches: Lay prone on a pad on the ground. Wrap a towel around the left foot at the instep or front of the toes. Put the knee of the left leg next to the knee of the right leg. Pull on the towel with both hands to bend the left [...]
Stretches That Can Enhance A Surfer’s Flexibility Part 3
October 5, 2011 – 4:38 am
Hip Stretches: Pick one of the first two stretches, one of the other three. Seated Groin Stretch: Sit on the floor with the back against the wall. The soles of the feet meet on the ground in front of the groin with the knees pointing out. Push down on the knees with the hands, while [...]
Working It Out
October 4, 2011 – 11:24 am
I love to work out, but mornings are sometimes a killer. Not the swimming part, but the getting up and out part. When my alarm clock goes off at 5:15 a.m., it is easy for me to think of excuses for not going to practice.
Stretches That Can Enhance A Surfer’s Flexibility Part 2
September 27, 2011 – 6:34 am
Knee To Chest Stretch – Normal: Lie on your back on a pad on the floor. The right knee is bent at 120 degrees and is pointing straight up with the heel of the foot on the ground. That means that the knee is not pointing out to the side. The left knee is bent [...]
Stretches That Can Enhance A Surfer’s Flexibility Part 1
September 20, 2011 – 8:36 am
The following is a comprehensive and detailed list of stretches from which surfers of all skills level can benefit. Thigh Flexor Stretches: Pick one. Cobra – Inflexible: Lay belly down on a pad on the ground. Put your palms on the ground 12 inches from your head. Relax all muscles and breathe deeply and slowly [...]