Month: May 2009

Adding Core Strength to Dynamic Movement

Building off the exercise I posted the other day, this is another dynamic movement that trains core control. The idea is that you minimize the rotation of your trunk while catching the ball. You can progress this exercise by having your partner throw the ball slightly further away from your shoulder. You could also make the throws back to your partner more explosive, but the exercise is designed to teach core control and anti-rotation, not explosive power. There are plenty of other exercises for that!

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Kevin Neeld

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Becoming a MASTER of Science

After over 18 consecutive years of schooling, I’m happy to say that I recently finished my Master’s degree in Kinesiology at UMass Amherst. I’ve been fortunate over the last several years to learn from some of the smartest students and faculty members in the country, and to have the opportunity to teach myself.

Students with an interest in pursuing strength and conditioning, physical therapy, or other movement/fitness related careers often ask me how I’ve learned what I know now. They’re often disappointed to here that the majority of my application-based knowledge didn’t come from the classroom. I was fortunate to have come across good advice at a young age. I was watching Michael Boyle’s Functional Strength Coach DVD set, which I think is a must-have for any athlete or coach. At the end of it, he recommended a number of books that he thought people should be familiar with. I immediately bought all of them and got to work.

Take a look at the collection I’ve put together in the last four years.

Book Collection

Other than the stack of books on the left, which I use as references, I’ve read every page of every book and article in this picture. Piling this on top of my coursework over the last four years has been exceptionally difficult, but worth it. I laugh on the inside when students ask what they should read. The best answer is probably “EVERYTHING!”. The truth is that this isn’t even close to everything I’ve read in the last few years. I have countless articles and audio programs saved on my computer that I’ve also worked my way through.

Some may say I have an unhealthy addiction with human movement. I wouldn’t disagree. The majority of my birthday and Christmas presents over the last several years have been physical therapy textbooks or books on personal development. I think it’d be more appropriate to say I have an unhealthy addiction to learning. Stagnancy (mental or physical) is my worst enemy.

I’m lucky to work in an industry that I’m passionate about. I think that’s key to living a truly happy life. For all the students out there with questions about how to be successful, I have two recommendations:

1) Pursue a career that you love

2) Never stop learning

Following these rules has been good to me. Hopefully you’ll find the same.

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The Secret to Accidental Fitness

This week I’ve shared with you two blog posts in which Dr John Berardi talks about losing body weight (and body fat).

The first one talks about how important incentives are for changing your body. And it goes on to incentivize you with a

whopping $10,000.

Could The Chance To Win $10,000 Help You Get In Shape?

>>http://precisionnutrition.com/cmd.php?pageid=721284&u=20k

The second one shows you how to coerce yourself into sticking to the plan, even when the motivation wanes.

Enter “the best kept secret in weight loss.”

>>http://precisionnutrition.com/cmd.php?pageid=721284&u=bm

Finally, today, I have one last post to share. In this one, Dr Berardi talks about something called “accidental success.”

For most people fitness is a struggle. Others, however, seem to sail through life; they’re lean, fit, and strong, and they

seem to do it effortlessly. Almost…by accident.

No, it’s not genetics. It’s something else. Something you too can use to get into the best shape of your life.

Learn the secret to accidental fitness

>>http://precisionnutrition.com/cmd.php?pageid=721284&u=ss

-Kevin Neeld

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The Best Kept Secret in Weight (and Fat) Loss

The other day I sent out an email link to a video of Dr John Berardi talking about his two latest programs – Lean Eating For Men and Lean Eating For Women.

Far and away, the most frequent questions had to do with his $20,000 prize – $10,000 to the top female winner and $10,000 to the top male winner.

Click here to check out the blog post announcing this amazing prize:

>>http://precisionnutrition.com/cmd.php?pageid=721284&u=20k

Now, today, I want to share with you a post covering the flip side of the 10K prize. In other words, if the prize is the carrot, today’s video talks about the stick.

You see, Dr. Berardi’s a coaching expert. In fact, he’s probably the most successful nutrition coach in the health and fitness business.

And after speaking with him, I realized that there’s something powerful to this idea.

You see, the biggest transformations – body transformations or otherwise – are accomplished when people have big incentives.

And I’d say 10 thousand bucks qualifies as a big incentive all right.

But big inspiring goals also need some potential punishment. Or, some risk.

And in today’s video, Dr Berardi shows you how to coerce yourself into sticking to the plan, even when the motivation wanes.

Enter “the best kept secret in weight loss.”

>>http://precisionnutrition.com/cmd.php?pageid=721284&u=bm

So, if you’re REALLY interested in changing your body and you’d like a little extra incentive for doing so, this is definitely a program you need to check out.

Again, this message is time sensitive. From what I hear there are A LOT of people clamoring to get in on the program.

So check out these posts below. I know you won’t be disappointed.

Could The Chance To Win $10,000 Help You Get In Shape?

>>http://precisionnutrition.com/cmd.php?pageid=721284&u=20k

The Best Kept Secret In Weight Loss

>>http://precisionnutrition.com/cmd.php?pageid=721284&u=bm

-Kevin Neeld

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Could the Chance to Win $10,000 Help You Get in Shape?

When Dr. John Berardi dropped me a line the other day,
telling me all about his new program, I thought for a second
the guy had lost his mind.

http://precisionnutrition.com/cmd.php?pageid=721284&u=20k

Now, don’t get me wrong. I respect Dr Berardi. He’s
recognized as one of the top nutrition coaches in the world.
And his programs get people results. Fast.

However, when I watched this video he sent over, and learned
that he’s giving away $20,000 of his own money, he definitely
got my attention.

Check it out for yourself.

http://precisionnutrition.com/cmd.php?pageid=721284&u=20k

Now, to qualify for this reward, you have to participate in
the Lean Eating program. But that’s a no brainer. You should
want to do that ANYWAY if you’re interested in body
transformation because there is nothing else like it.

You get 6 months of world class coaching, the type of coaching
you can’t find, well, anywhere. And, during these 6 months,
if you achieve the best body transformation, you’ll win 10K.

http://precisionnutrition.com/cmd.php?pageid=721284&u=20k

Worst case scenario, you come out with the best body of your
life. Best case scenario, you come out with the best body of your life, and 10 GRAND.

His program has my full support. I’ve had success myself using Dr. Berardi’s programs, and following a specific program (especially with a coach!) will definitely help you stay on track.

So, I highly encourage you to check out this post below. In
it, Dr Berardi shares with you two critical components for
body transformation success.

And then he tells you exactly how one man and one woman are
going to swoop in and claim $10 G’s of his own money.

http://precisionnutrition.com/cmd.php?pageid=721284&u=20k

Now, this message is time sensitive. No, it’s not gonna self-
destruct or anything. However, spots are limited in this
program. And LOTS of people want in.

So, if you’re interested in finding out exactly how to eat to
get in the best shape of your life, click the link below. 10
grand may be waiting for you on the other side:

http://precisionnutrition.com/cmd.php?pageid=721284&u=20k

-Kevin Neeld

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