Having a strong core has many benefits. Many of the basic activities of daily life engage the core. You might not notice until these simple actions become difficult or painful. Bending to pick up a package, turning to look behind you, sitting in a chair or simply standing are a few of the many actions we all take that rely on the core. Jobs that require physical activity obviously engage core...

This month has been dedicated to discussing the benefits of a strengthened core as well as ways to achieve better strength overall. But many of our runners and triathletes have been asking about the better method to cross-train: Yoga or Pilates? We turned to Team Amino Vital expert, Paula Smith, for answers. According to Paula, both Yoga and Pilates are great ways to get your body in better shape, strengthen...

Who’s ready to work out with Coach Noss this week? He continues to share programs he’s put together for his college and pro athletes. He goes through a progression of corrective, functional and strength building moves that you can pick and choose from depending on where you are physically and what you’re trying to accomplish. This week we finally get off the floor and work on upright function, where we...

This month we’re all about strengthening our core; are you with us?!  We have some great basic information and exercises for you to try this week.  Let us know what you think. We’ve all heard it before—strengthening your core is not only essential for any fitness activities you enjoy doing, but also for regular everyday activities, too! But what muscles actually make up the core? What’s the best way to...