Expert's Corner - September 2009 Archive
Strength training for beginners
By Rick Henly on Wednesday, September 30th, 2009
Strength Training at any age is very beneficial. If you start slow you can really build strong bones and muscles, and improve your self-confidence, even if you have never picked used exercise equipment. Beginning weight training can start with using your own body as your resistance. Before we get into any specifics, let’s start with the basics: It is always wise to relax the shoulders back and down, hold your abs nice and tight, keep the chest lifted, do not lock out elbows or knees, keep the spine in alignment from head to toe and always breathe out on exertion... Read More...
Lessons from a Bear market
By Rick Henly on Tuesday, September 29th, 2009
If you invest for many years, you’ll eventually encounter both bull and bear markets. Although most of us prefer seeing the bull, you may actually learn more from the bear — and when it’s “hibernating,” you can put these lessons to good use in making investment moves for the future... Read More...
Choose the right collar for your dog
By Rick Henly on Tuesday, September 29th, 2009
When you walk into your average pet store to find a training collar you will be overwhelmed by the variety available. Some will give you control over your dog by causing pain. Some will control your dog by working within their physical limitations.
Don't forget to check belts and hoses
By Rick Henly on Thursday, September 24th, 2009
Losing a belt today can mean big trouble for the engine because serpentine belts are used on most engines to turn the water pump, alternator, power steering and air-conditioning compressor. If a belt snaps, everything is lost and you may be stranded. Older cars use individual V-belts for these various accessories... Read More...
The correct way to do a 'squat'
By Rick Henly on Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009
Any athlete wants and needs to gain the advantage on their opponents by increasing their quickness, speed, explosive power and agility. However, most coaches do not know how to effectively train their athletes with regards to these key components of performance.
The key to starting an affective program starts with a well-designed plan that starts with the fundamentals – including lifting technique for strength gains, jump and sprint training... Read More...
Start your fitness program today!
By Rick Henly on Saturday, September 19th, 2009
Starting a fitness program can be as simple as waking up each morning and taking a 10 min walk.
You can increase your distance and endurance each day or every other day by adding a few more minutes or walking one or two more blocks.
You can add intensity by running between light poles or running 5-10 houses at a time... Read More...
Working with your dog's limitations
By Rick Henly on Tuesday, September 15th, 2009
When training your dog you must work within the limits of the dog and not your expectations. When teaching the stay, most people expect their dog to stay longer than what the dog is capable of doing. Teaching the “stay” begins only with a second or two. Once the dog remains sitting on the ground for two seconds, quickly reward him... Read More...
Chiropractic and the military
By Rick Henly on Sunday, September 13th, 2009
American military forces deserve the best care and treatment we can give them. The U.S. House of Representatives agrees and last May passed HR 5658, a bill authorizing defense spending in fiscal year 2009. The bill provides for chiropractic demonstration projects at U.S. military bases overseas, and specifies that chiropractic care at military bases should be done only by a doctor of chiropractic... Read More...
