Functional Movement Screen comes to Core Sport

Core Sport has implemented FMS screening for all clients!!!

The trainers at Core Sport realize that your body's mechanics are important.  Think about it, everyday tasks would become difficult if you suffered an injury.  You might not be a professional athlete or rescue people from burning buildings but I guarantee someone depends on you and needs you to be healthy and physically capable, not to mention happy and pain free!  Pilates and Functional training are proven to be the most effective and efficient form of exercise now we are just using a measurable tool to track progress and identify problems before they occur.

Lets say you have a car that is about 30 years old and you want to take it for a long drive or enter a race.  Now certainly, you would want to have the car's function checked out.  Air in all the tires, engine working, tires balanced, enough oil, drive train, ect...

Imagine if you didn't get it checked and your car's tires weren't balanced, you're going to find out for sure if there were any underlying issues after driving 200 miles or upping the speed and performing quick turns.  It would likely cost you time, $$, put you further away from your goal and possibly permanent damage.

This is what FMS does for your body!!!
Think of it as a check-up for your body before you take it on a long ride or drive really fast.

Why enter or continue a exercise routine without getting screened?  Why never track exactly how you are progressing functionally?

Sure your general doctor may clear you for exercise but did he actually see your body move or check for asymmetries that could cause injury?


We're not going to halt your exercise unless there is serious concern but we will balance out your tires and check the moving parts first and then give you the appropriate exercises to help you achieve your maximum potential and keep you going the distance and in the race.

This is especially important in our group classes.  As trainers we look at your form everyday when we train you, this will help us give you corrective exercises to each of you specifically even in a group to you help you achieve more results.

Click on the links below to see the FMS in action!
FMS is used to help Fire Fighters reduce injuries!

The intervention of FMS reduced lost time due to injuries by 62% and the number of injuries by 42% over a twelve month period as compared to a historical control group.
Conclusion: These findings suggest that core strength and functional movement enhancement programs to prevent injuries in workers whose work involves awkward positions is warranted. 

Atlanta Falcons also use FMS

The Atlanta Falcons credit using Functional Movement Systems towards their low level of injury rate.




TO BOOK YOUR FMS SCREENING OR FULL EVALUATION 
Call:  734-459-1547
Email:  coresporttrainer@me.com
Schedule online under "Private" Tab at core sport scheduling

Dietitian Advice: Snacks & Salads

Q: Sometimes I have to eat dinner later then intended.  What are some good snack food to tide me over?

A: Be careful what counts as a snack and as a treat.  Avoid pudding cups, baked chips, certain energy bars and even those 100-calorie snack packs.  Those are "treats".  You should eat something that will sustain you until your next meal such as a piece of fruit or veggie, string cheese, raw almonds, or low-fat yogurt.  Those have more nutrients and will keep you feeling satisfied longer.

Q: I realize that salad dressing can be high in fat.  What are some other items to be aware of at the salad bar?


A: You are smart to realize that not all salads are good for you.  Some items that make a healthy salad are grilled chicken breast, tofu, chickpeas, sunflower seeds, raw veggies, and a light dusting of Parmesan cheese for flavor.  Dressing are where people load up on the unnecessary calories.  Always ask for the dressing on the side and dip your fork in the dressing instead of pouring it on.   

Happy Hour Weekend Dec 2-Dec 4th

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LET'S GET PHYSICAL!!!!


Happy Hour Weekend w/FRIENDS!!
Working out is so much better when you workout with FRIENDS!!!


Bring a Friend that is NEW to Core Sport this Weekend and YOU BOTH take the class for FREE!!!


WELCOME a DECEMBER to REMEMBER!!
All day Friday, Saturday, and Sunday!


All Group Classes are 50% off Drop in Rate


$10 Penniman Studio
$19 Main Street Studio


REMEMBER OUR REFERRAL BONUS 
Your friend purchases any regular priced package and YOU just GOT yourself a FREE MASSAGE or PRIVATE SESSION.  Share the Fun and Gift of Health with others!


FRIDAY CLASSES:
6:00 AM     Bootcamp w/ Jacqui $10 
8:30 AM     Pilates Mat w/ Brenda $10
9:00 AM     Tower w/Anna Maria $19


SATURDAY CLASSES:
8:00 AM     Pilates Mat (penniman class held at main) w/Meghan $10
8:15 AM     Turbo Kick w/Kristen $10
9:15 AM     TRX w/Jaime $10
10:30 AM   Pilates Barre Fusion w/Chelsea **NEW CLASS**


SUNDAY CLASSES
8:15 AM     Tower w/Meghan $19
9:30 AM     TRX Fundamentals $10
9:30 AM     Advanced Tower w/Jaime $19
10:30 AM   TRX/TOWER w/Jaime $19
10:30 AM   NYC Barre w/Chelsea $10


4:30 PM      NYC Barre w/ Kristen S $10
4:30 PM      TRX/Tower w/Jaime $19

Core Sport Black Friday Sale 2011!

How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

How do you avoid putting on those dreaded pounds each time the holiday season rolls around?  Have a plan and stick to your healthy goals.  Give yourself the ultimate present of good health.  Below are suggestions to keep you on track:

1. Sleep 7-9hrs each night.  Quality sleep matters to help your muscles rebuild from workouts and your brain to recoup from the day.  If you need to sneak in a nap make sure it is before 3pm (so you don't mess up your normal sleep cycle) and that its a half hour to hour long at most.  
2. Drink plenty of water.  Take your body weight and divide it by half to calculate the amount in ounces you should be consuming per day.  Workouts and environment changes mean adding in more water.  Rule of thumb: if you are thirty you are already dehydrated.
3. Limit sweet intake.  This is the time of year that sugar surrounds us along with classic comfort foods.  Allow yourself to have a bite of the cake at work or one sweet treat a day so you stay in control of your calorie intake.  Drink some water or eat an apple if the craving hits you for more.  Also hiding sweets in a hard to reach place (not on your desk at work) will decrease the temptation.
4. Add in variety.  Meditate, go for a walk on your lunch break, strength train on your TRX at home or try a new fitness class.  Either way, get more active and schedule it into your planner.  This will ensure you are being social in a way not focused on food.  If you make a commitment, along with close friends or family you will be less likely to be distracted by holiday sales or excess food in the home.
5. Beat the end of year stress.  There are so many people to see and things to do that sometimes you need a break from it all.  Take time to relax.  Write down in a journal, call a friend, send a quick email to extended family, go to a matinee, play with your pets, or write down what you're grateful for.  This will create some time for you to escape the hussle of the season and put life in perspective.
6. Fight off germs.  Layer up on clothes, vacuum often, wear warm jackets/hats/gloves, and wash your hands frequently.  The holiday season means being around more people and the risk of getting sick.  Holiday colds can equal weight gain.  It's easy to tack on extra pounds when you are stuck in bed for a few days.  Stay healthy and you will be happy with the results.