Greg Sherman finishes the Ironman 70.3 in Oceanside, Ca.

Power Plate CFO, Greg Sherman, isn’t just all numbers and checkbooks. Between being a Power Plate International executive and a family man, Greg is an avid cyclist and a triathlete. On March 31st, 2012, Greg crossed his 5th Half Ironman finish line in Oceanside, California. Read this interview about his swim/bike/run journey including his preparation, cross training on the Power Plate machine and his biggest challenges.

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It’s spring time again, which means warmer weather, longer days and more of you heading outside to take part in your favorite recreational sports. It is great to take on new activities to get more exercise and stay active, but sports-related injuries inevitability come along with being a “weekend warrior.”  So what are the most common sports injuries and how can you help prevent them?

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The Tibialis Anterior muscle lies along the front of the shin. It is primarily responsible for moving the foot and ankle toward the head (dorsiflexion) and controlling the foot as it lowers to the ground during walking or running. There are a number of causes which will lead to tibialis anterior tendonitis: inappropriate running technique, tight calves, muscle weakness, ankle stiffness, inappropriate or excessive training and poor foot biomechanics. This massage will help prevent or treat any symptoms related to the tibialis anterior muscle.

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Whole body vibration has far more applications than just stretching and massage. Unfortunately, most fitness professionals, health club chains and even strength coaches only use it to increase flexibility. That’s great and very helpful, but how would you like to instantly increase your strength and push more load? I’m not talking about 4 weeks later or even 2 weeks… I’m talking within 2 minutes.

Interested? Watch this video and get strong.

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Just because we’re a fitness company doesn’t mean this office doesn’t have a sweet tooth. That’s why we try to opt for healthier versions of some of our favorite desserts and snack foods.

Power Plate Training Manager, Robyn Baker (with an unintentional pun in her last name), satisfies our sweet cravings with her guilt-free baked goods (and usually follows our feast with a muffin-top busting Pilates workout). One of our favorites is her Blueberry Maple Bran Muffins.

Today, she was kind enough not only to share her goods, but also the recipe.

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It’s almost Spring time!  For many of us, that means shaking off the effects (and extra pounds) of a long and dreary winter.  One of the easiest ways to get out of hibernation mode is to give yourself a “30 Day Challenge.” For the next 30 days, get some form of exercise every day.  This commitment will push you to get out of your winter slump and help usher in the increased activity that sunny summertime weather inevitably brings.

So, for the next 30 days, DO SOMETHING!  Take a walk (or run) on the nice days and get in some strength training on the rainy ones.  The beauty of Power Plate training is that, by breaking up your workouts based on the five elements of fitness programming, you can use it every day without overtraining.

Use Power Plate training to get your muscles warmed up before you run, stretch after the run, strength train on your non-running days, etc. Massage your muscles when they are sore from your intense workouts. You have everything you need to jump start your Spring Training.  Now get to work… and enjoy!

Matt Johnson, Central Region Training Manager

With the holiday season now in full swing, even the savviest “clean eating” and self-disciplined health nut can be sabotaged when attending a holiday get-together.  So what can you do to stay in the clear?  Bring your own healthy dish as a contribution to the party!  I’m not recommending bringing wheat grass smoothies or tofu a gratin (unless it’s a vegan party), but rather make some of these healthy changes to traditional holiday fare and your fellow party goers will never notice the difference.

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1. Get your sleep! Studies have shown that when you skimp on sleep, you pack on pounds. During the craziness of the holiday season, sleep is one of those things that can become a low priority. Be sure to get 7-8 hours of sleep every night to experience less food cravings and have more energy get all those things on your list done.

2. Treat your workouts like your holiday parties. During the holidays, your calendar can become filled with family commitments, parties with friends and work events. These all go into your smart phone’s calendar as a reminder and to make sure that time is set aside, so why not do the same for your workouts? Make a commitment to your fitness routine by scheduling them in with the rest of your appointments and parties. Also, talking to friends about your fitness routine will help keep you accountable and you will be less likely to flake out on your commitment.

3. Don’t beat yourself up for every indulgence, but choose your indulgences wisely. Chips and dip are at just about every party throughout the year and are really nothing special. On the other hand, your grandmother’s homemade gingerbread is something you only get during this time of year and is a special treat. Indulging in your holiday favorites that only come around once a year is one of the things that make the holidays so special. Enjoy those special food items with friends and family guilt-free knowing that there is a whole year before you can experience them again.

re·cov·er·y
A return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength.

Most athletes know that getting enough rest after exercise is essential to high-level performance, but many still over train and feel guilty when they take a day off. The body repairs and strengthens itself in the time between workouts, and continuous training can actually weaken the strongest athletes.

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