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Prevention of Injuries in the Tennis Player
A more powerful serve, a mightier backhand, a stronger return, better grip strength and superior jumping ability… Sound good? Weight training can help you move to the next level and a professionally designed strength, flexibility and cardio program can go a long way in helping you have a strong ...
Found in: Fitness • Health Conditions
Prevention of Altitude Illness for Two Day Mountain Climbs
Altitude sickness develops when the rate of ascent into higher altitudes outpaces the body's ability to adjust to those altitudes. Acute Mountain Sickness Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is the mildest form and it's common. The symptoms can feel like a hangover with dizziness, headache, muscle aches, nausea. ...
Found in: Hiking and Mountaineering
Start slowly, gradually increase the length of time you do your plyos or do them more quickly to increase intensity. Consider starting with 20 to 30 seconds of work, rest that length of time and repeat. Gradually increase time working. Avoid plyometrics if you are either unconditioned, or suffering from injury, especiall ...
Found in: Fitness
Exercises to Be Cautious Of Post Rehab Exercise Programs
Don't risk re-injury after recovering from an injury. Post-rehab exercise programs, led by certified professionals, provide a safe and structured approach to regaining strength and flexibility. These programs are customized to your individual needs, minimizing the risk of setbacks and maximizing your recovery. Post-r ...
Found in: Fitness • Health Conditions
Client Success Story: Caroline
Taken 8-3-17 12.4 pounds lost Taken 8-3-17 12.4 pounds lost Caroline is a busy professional and mother of three girls under the age of 9 who was discouraged because she felt she ate "so little" but was not seeing the pounds decrease. And, she wanted to be as strong and healthy as p ...
Found in: Healthy Behavior Change • Success Stories • Weight Management
Camp Muir Mt. Rainier Day Hike Tips
Maria Faires, RD is a mountaineering fitness and nutrition expert. Read reviews here. Map: Green Trails Paradise No. 270S Please print this trail map with bearings and bring with your compass Information about the hike from Washington Trails Association ...
Found in: Hiking and Mountaineering
Walk Your Way to a Healthier You Program
As a woman over 45 myself (at age 62), I understand the challenges you face. That's why I empower women to thrive! As a registered dietitian and master certified trainer, I help you achieve sustainable weight loss, navigate menopause with ease, and embrace a life of fitness and active aging. • ...
Found in: Active Healthy Aging • Fitness • Healthy Behavior Change • Healthy Boat Living • Hiking and Mountaineering • Weight Management
And if you need any personalized help, let me know. I offer both in person and teleconference workout guidance. About Maria: I am a registered dietitian, master personal trainer, advanced health and fitness specialist, medical exercise specialist, wellness and lifestyle coach, and a freelance writer. I own Active N ...
Found in: Fitness • Healthy Boat Living
Stair Climbing Training For Mountain Climbing
Fuel Your Passion for Exploration: Hiking & Mountaineering Resources! This is your one-stop shop for everything related to hiking and mountaineering adventures. Whether you're a seasoned summit seeker or a curious newcomer eager to hit the trails, we've got you covered. Dive into blog posts designe ...
Found in: Fitness • Hiking and Mountaineering
Just look at the success Joetta has had! Decreased body fat: 7.3% Decreased weight: 29.8 pounds Decreased inches: 17.75 inches Strength increased! Pushups from 30 to 62! Dropped three sizes from a size 14 to a size 8 When Joetta initially called me she told me it was time to co ...
Found in: Healthy Behavior Change • Success Stories • Weight Management
Camp Muir Mt. Rainier Day Hike Trip Report
We got our early start and were on the trail by 9 a.m. About 5 minutes into our hike, some hikers stopped to alert us that a bear was right off the trail. We easily saw the large black bear stripping berries off low bushes. He gave no indication that we even were there. We observed and photographed him then moved as a group ...
Found in: Hiking and Mountaineering
How do you get clients through their training plateaus?
Article by: Maria Faires, RD Published: March 2014, IDEA Fitness Journal Owner, Active Nutrition Fitness and Nutrition Consulting, Sammamish, WA IDEA is the world's leading organization of fitness professionals. IDEA's publication IDEA Fitness Journal contacted me and asked me to describe how ...
Found in: Fitness • Healthy Behavior Change • Nutrition
