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Articles by Lana Sova
Is It Ever Okay to Tell a Client to Cut the Crap?
Rebecca came to me with two problems: She’d been told that, because of ankle problems, she couldn’t squat with anything heavier than a Kleenex box. And according to a former trainer, she couldn’t lose weight because of inflammation and malfunctioning hormones. Her proof? She’d eliminated a long list of foods, so she must be eating in a calorie deficit. Clearly, she was doing her best and none of this was her fault. I’ll tell you how we addressed these problems in a moment.
3 Reasons Why You Should Use Pause Reps
Read More >> There is a million and one ways to make your exercises more difficult. But there is only one method that possesses such brutality and agony that it will absolutely floor you no matter how much weight you use. That method is a technique known as pause reps. If placed strategically into your training, pause reps can help you see some serious improvements in your strength and enhance your overall performance. What is a Pause Rep? Pause reps are exactly what they sound like.
These 6 Common Exercises Could be the Source of Your Shoulder Pain
As a trainer, I believe in a client's autonomy. I rarely will tell them to totally avoid an exercise, nor will I emphasize that they "must" perform a certain movement. I'll often ask them for a favorite exercise before prescribing a strength program. However, there are some exercises that can hurt your body in a nasty way. When a client expresses a desire to perform one of these exercises, I will often give a healthier alternative.
9 Unique Ways You Can Use a Foam Roller to Become a Better Athlete
Read More >> A foam roller has an extremely boring job. It usually lays somewhere in the corner of a fitness facility or weight room, waiting for you to pick it up, roll your muscles, and then put it right back. Maybe you even have this piece of equipment laying somewhere around your house, and if so, it's most likely gathering dust.
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