by Paul Chek | Feb 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
Everyone wants a flat stomach but if you think the best way to get one is by doing sit-ups or crunches, I have a BIG surprise for you! Crunches primarily work the large outer muscles of the core (the rectus abdominis and the external obliques). When overdone or...
by Paul Chek | Dec 27, 2016 | Uncategorized
The Swiss ball crunch is rapidly becoming one of the most common exercises you see in gyms where these balls are used. It is also a much better exercise than doing a crunch while lying on the floor, since your clients can work on giving their muscles a greater range...
by Paul Chek | Sep 13, 2016 | Uncategorized
Some people are so obsessed about maintaining their “six-packs” that they over-exercise their abdominals, leading to a lot of physical problems, including congestion of the internal organs, poor posture and constriction of their body’s natural energy...
by Paul Chek | May 24, 2016 | Uncategorized
In this series, I’ve been giving you a tour of the Primal Pattern® movement patterns, the seven most important movements for optimal human functioning. Pull Twist Gait (walking, jogging, running) Squat Bend Lunge Push So far we’ve looked at the Twist and...
by Paul Chek | May 3, 2016 | Uncategorized
Primal Pattern® is a term I use to describe the seven most important movements for optimal human functioning. Primal Pattern® movement patterns were necessary for survival in our natural habitat many centuries before cars, washing machines, flush toilets and the...