#motivation #intrinsicmotivation #extrinsicmotivation #addiction #winningbehaviors #winningmentality #reasonsforaction #mentalperformance #athleticeatery #athleticperformance #athletementalhealth #torontofitness #torontoathlete #torontosports #torontogym #gymlife #sportsconditioning #the6ix #itsyourdivineright (at Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzHsPTUhTVr/?igshid=ik4h0qj1hoql

Guidelines for youth resistance training by @ylmsportscience #youthtraining #youthstrengthandconditioning #youthfootball #youthbaseball #youthbasketball #youthathletes #sportsperformance #athletictraining #torontoathletics #torontoathletes #athleticeatery #athleteperformance #workoutmetrics #torontoyouth #youthathletes #torontocoach (at Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzGT_CLhGuq/?igshid=108cmfo7lhc9w

“Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it." Plato #platoquotes #plato #exercisephilosophy #workoutmindset #fitnessphilosophy #torontofitness #gymlife #physicalculture #physicalwellness #athleticeatery #athletementalhealth #divinerightfitnesssolutions #the6ix #torontofitfam💪 (at Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/By7tBlzB5Mm/?igshid=gonyvdamw8i0

Apples taste great, are nutrient dense, and are great for curbing an appetite.....oh and more thing, they go WONDERFULLY with #peanutbutter Special mention to @kaareandrews what an amazing piece of art 👊#anappleadaykeepsthedoctoraway #sportsnutrition #torontonutrition #torontonutritionist #arttherapy #shazam #billybatson #captainmarvel #comicsfans #healthyeating #sportsperformance #athleticeatery #athleticperformance #applefruit #vegannutrition #torontofitness #mentalhealth #athletementalhealth #thegreatcanadianpeanutbutterdrive #applesandpeanutbutter (at The Athletic Eatery) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx0hTEuh1ub/?igshid=1izulpxxllaax

Exercise: #reverselunge w knee raise. Athlete: @rachelsumnerfitness If you are in the mississauga area, stop by @olympiamuscleandfitness and Donate your peanut butter ! Get a solid workout in also! But beware, serious lifters only! #torontobodybuilding #olympiamuscleandfitness #torontogym #mississaugagym #mississaugafitness #goldsgymmississauga #torontofitfam #torontocharity #the6ix #athleticeatery #thegreatcanadianpeanutbutterdrive #torontofoodbanks #torontofooddrive #functionaltraining #strengthtraining #torontocharity #torontoathlete #lowerbodystrength #smithmachine (at Olympia Muscle and Fitness) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxqsPJ1Bbrj/?igshid=1qlzwjs7jwy0s

@Regran_ed from @dr.joelseedman_ahp - ***FOAM ROLLER SQUEEZE PRESS*** The dumbbell squeeze press is an incredibly effective horizontal pressing movement that crushes the chest. Unfortunately the exaggerated close grip position can oftentimes cause shoulder crowding making it difficult to fully retract and medially rotate the scapula. As a result an exercise that was initially intended to be joint friendly can actually place undue strain on the shoulder joint, elbows, and wrists. A simple remedy for this is to place a foam roller or medicine ball between the dumbbells as I have NFL players and GSP sponsored athletes @tgraham_jr & @_ninefive4 performing here along with the second video where I perform an incline head off variation. The foam roller creates just enough space between the dumbbells to promote more natural scapulohumeral rhythm and glenohumeral joint centration thereby optimizing shoulder health and upper body mechanics. This method also provides 3 additional benefits. 1. The lifter actually has to squeeze the dumbbells together more aggressively than a traditional floor press to keep the foam roller from slipping out. As a result the intense adduction forces and maximal isometric chest fly mechanics combined with the horizontal pressing protocol creates enormous intramuscular tension & metabolic stress on the chest not to mention the triceps & shoulders. 2. The lifter is force to slow the squeeze press down even more so than normal to ensure the foam roller doesn’t slip or slide. This eliminates excessive momentum and requires the lifter to use smooth and controlled pressing mechanics. 3. You’ll likely have to reduce the load by 20% on these. However nearly every athlete I’ve had perform these has commented on how intense they were on the targeted musculature particularly the chest. Simply put, this method allows for lighter than normal loading yet still with brutal stimulation to the chest making these a joint-friendly mass builder. #gym #fitness #torontogym #torontofitness #drjoelseedman #sportsperformance #sportsspecifictraining #benchpress #Athleticperformance #studentathlete #athleticeatery #the6ix #torontoathlete #studentathlete #gymlife https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp9u2OUhjqs/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1vw1cotx02uw8

dont punish yourself with exercise . Halloween is over! Move on and get back on track with your training. #halloween2018 #torontohalloween #boltonhalloween #eastoffifty #bramptonhalloween #peelregion #toronto #torontogym #torontofitfam #trickortreat #candy #torontocandy #sugar #cheatmeal #healthyeating #foodregimen #macros #cleaneating #athleticeatery #soheefit #apchalloween #theapcomplex #mentalhealth #discipline #nutritiongoals #reesespeanutbuttercups #skittles #sportsperformance #athleticperformance (at Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpqewR-AZUt/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=tlgy1l4wc5f6

What do you get when you mix #breastcancerawarenessmonth with #meatlessmonday? Support these great causes by trying this awesome meal. thanks to @goofyfootfoods for inspiring this post. #meatless #saveearth #veganoptions #vegetarian #vegan #veganlife #macros #protein #fat #carbs #nutrition #sportsperformance #athleticeating #athleticeatery #toronto #torontovegan #breastcancer #fightlikeagirl #thinkpink #alfredo #pasta #diydinner #mentalhealth #athleticeatery #torontogym #goofyfootfoods #gym #torontofitness (at The Athletic Performance Complex) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bo-CESMBgrE/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=vgdnn3mg2gkf

mental clarity + peak physical reaction = lethal performance speed #rajeshwarraj #mrmiyagi #sensei #wisdom #wisdomquotes #sportsperformance #athletictraining #strengthcoach #performancemotivation #karatekid #80smovies #heroworship #catchaflywithchopsticks #befast #biggerstrongerfaster #chopsticks #neuraltraining #athleticeatery #gym #torontogym #torontofitness #fitfam #torontofitfam #SpeedTraining #mentalhealth #risingsun #karatelife #mentalhealth #cobrakai #getfaster (at Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bo1P7cfBNAI/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ujkyxe2crpcv

Sometimes in Media we are given the idea that we need all sorts of frivalous things/people in order to survive. YOU and your TRAINING are ALL you NEED. #gym #fitness #badass #fitshit #strengthathletes #athletes #strengthtraining #workout #bodybuilding #athletementalhealth #youareenough #selfconfident #selfconfidence #senseofself #attitudeofabundance #humanitywarrior #lookatyourselfinthemirror #selfreflection #athleticeatery #toronto #the6 #torontofitness #fitfam #fitspo #torontolife #selfrespect #muscle #nutrition #fitnessmotivation #goals (at The Athletic Performance Complex) https://www.instagram.com/p/BnERnYdAvff/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1s07pgnichoyz

Regrann from @how2mealprep - Eat healthy this week with this chicken and veggie meal prep😍💪🏼✨ TAG A HEALTHY EATER!❤️ #mealprep #yummy #cooking #delicious #healthyfoodvideos #healthyfood #healthy #healthylifestyle #food #fitness #foodprep #easyrecipes #recipe #tasty by @buzzfeedtasty - #gym #nutrition #nutritiongoals #sportsnutrition #sportsdietitian #gymlife #Athleticperformance #sportsperformance #fitnessgoals #mentalhealth #bodytransformation #athleticeatery #toronto #gymfood #macros #fitfoodie (at Toronto, Ontario)

Regrann from @strengthguide - Static stretching seems to have an acute negative effect on strength; the longer you hold the stretch, the more decrements in performance you have, but even short static holds harm performance [1,2,5] ___ Furthermore, studies suggest that static stretching does not help reduce risk of injury, nor does it help with recovery [4]. Static stretching also reduces muscle stiffness, this is not a good thing. This reduction in muscle stiffness is the exact thing that causes the decrements in performance due to the reductions in recoil as mentioned above [2] ___ If you attempted your current 1RM squat through the concentric portion only, you would fail miserably. This is because you aren’t taking advantage of the stretch reflex at the bottom. This is why we squat less if we pause at at the bottom or squat onto pins. Stretching the muscle reduces this stretch reflex therefore reducing its force producing capabilities. Foam rolling is a great alternative as it has been shown to increase range of motion (if needed) without harming performance [6,7] ___ Keep in mind that if you want to improve range of motion overtime, then you could just stretch at a different time, maybe post workout, before training but on a body part that will not be trained, or before bed etc [3]. Since the performance reducing effects of static stretching are only temporary and don’t last forever [2] (they likely completely fade away after a couple hours) - #regrann #stretching #flexibility #gymlife #gym #fitness #athlete #physicalfitness #musclehealth #jointhealth #sports #sportsperformance #musclepull #muscleinjury #musclerehab #prehab #athleticeatery #toronto #the6ix #athleticeatery #theapcomplex #nutrition #selfcare #mentalhealth #macros #kinesiology #staticstretching #dynamicstretching #fitfam #fitspo (at Toronto, Ontario)

Master Wong is a joy to watch! personality and good instruction dont always come in the same package. Regrann from @master_wong_official - Tell me what happen here? Comment below #selfdefence #women #masterwong #streetfight #martialarts @sajmartialartist @master_wong_official @yolandalynes @kenny_fights @davidcheung8 - #regrann #gym #fitness #selfdefenseforwomen #selfdefensetraining #thestrongruletheweakbutthewiserulethestrong #protectyourself #stayreadysoyoudonthavetogetready #warriorlife #resistviolence #sportsperfomance #athleticeatery #torontofitness #the6 #torontostrong #torontogym #theapcomplex #mentalhealth #fitfam #fitspo #wingchun #handtohand #bouncerlife #laughtertherapy #antibullying (at The Athletic Performance Complex)

#foodadditives #foodpreservatives #foodpresentation #gmo #geneticengineering #geneticallymodifiedorganisms #artificialflavors #meatglue #transglutaminase #caffeine #hydrolyzedvegetableprotein #msg #monosodiumglutamate #foodcoloring #gym #fitness #food #diet #workout #exercise #sportsperformance #healthyeating #gymlife #athleticeatery #toronto #cleaneating #fitnessgoals #becarefulwhatyoueat #humanitywarrior #foodlife

"When mind is blurred, everything becomes blurred even on the brightest day; when mind is clear everything becomes clear even on the foggiest day!" Mehmet Murat ildan #athleticeatery #athleticeating #food #appetite #cleaneating #mentalclarity #mentalhealth #psychology #mindgym #blurrypicture #mindfog #mentalillnessrecovery #brainfog #mindfulness #gym #fitness #gymlife #mentalfitness #torontogym #toronto #nutrition #sportsperfomance #sportsnutrition #macros #humanitywarrior #motivationalquotes #fitfam #mehmetmuratildan #athlete #sports (at The Athletic Performance Complex) https://www.instagram.com/p/BnNaFQ7Aiex/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=15ief6t0ibvgh

"Unlike double unders, which when mastered can actually provide an athlete some much needed rest during a workout, triple unders take significantly more force to complete. The athlete has to jump higher and rotate the rope faster, which means his/her entire body is under more duress — the heart rate spikes, shoulders and forearms ache, and when the body starts to fatigue, the brain actually has to pay attention so as not to trip up." source: @barbend Regrann from @sarasigmunds - 32 TU´s 🖖🏻 _ #Crossfit #CrossfitGames @RXsmartgear #EvoSpeedrope #ExtremeVelocityOptimized #TheOfficialJumpropeOfSeriousAthletes #ElevateYourFitness #TripleUnderKilla - #regrann #tripleunders #doubleunders #skipping #jumprope #footspeed #fullbodypower #oxygendebt #gym #fitness #fitfam #fitspo #sportsperformance #health #feelgood #mentalhealth #warriorlife #athleticeatery #toronto #torontocrossfit #theapcomplex #coordination (at The Athletic Performance Complex)