The Synergytraining Blog

Getting Our Terms Straight

Written by Carlon M. Colker, M.D., FACN   

Bodybuilding, as in every discipline, has its nomenclature. Of particular interest to those embracing the bodybuilding lifestyle are terms that apply to advanced training concepts. These terms are often thrown around the gym incorrectly. Unfortunately this misuse blurs a clear understanding of our [...]

Written by Steve Blechman and Thomas Fahey, EdD   
 
 
Training on unstable surfaces, such as Swiss balls (resemble large beach balls) or bosu balls (half ball on platform), is extremely popular in health clubs and with athletic teams around the world. Unstable surface training increases the activation of trunk muscles that stabilize the spine. This is [...]