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Elisabeth Fournier

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Elisabeth Fournier

Elisabeth Fournier – Tennis Player Photography By: April Greer Getting her first tennis racquet at the age of five, Elisabeth dreamed of one day becoming a professional tennis player. Starting lessons at the age eight, Fournier trained with various coaches, but significantly remembers, and is grateful for her first coach, John Tokos. He had trained her to hit a one-handed backhand. Years later, the dream of turning pro never died. Fournier recognized the benefit of earning a college scholarship as the perfect…

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NW Fitness Magazine – Contents (Cover-Elisabeth Fournier)

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NW Fitness Magazine – Contents (Cover-Elisabeth Fournier)
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Inspiring Transformation-MICHAEL FREEMAN

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Inspiring Transformation-MICHAEL FREEMAN

Inspiring Transformation-MICHAEL FREEMAN NW Fitness Magazine came accross Michael Freeman at a bodybuilding competition. Michael cought my attention not because he had the best physique in the show. He had something far more valuble. He had best attitude I had seen back stage. It appeared as though he was having the time of his life and was incredably outgoing. This is a guy I have to talk to. Im sure there is more to this…

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TRAINING THE TRAINER FUNCTIONAL TRAINING BY DAVID LONDON

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TRAINING THE TRAINER FUNCTIONAL TRAINING BY DAVID LONDON

TRAINING THE TRAINER FUNCTIONAL TRAINING BY DAVID LONDON Any trainer who goes out side the conventional methodology of training, i.e. Olympic, Circuit, Barbell/Dumbbell, etc. and combines a series of exercises together that has the client change elevation, plains of motion, integrates core stabilization, strength/power/ speed/agility/endurance, recruits more than one muscle simultaneously while conditioning them for everyday life/ work IS FUNCTIONAL TRAINING! Let me tell you who has this “functional” thing down-the Crossfit people! Their “WOD’s”…

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Yoga for Outdoor Sports

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Yoga for Outdoor Sports

Yoga for Outdoor Sports BY: ELIZABETH KOVAR M.A. PHOTOS: DANIEL LUPASTEAN Tis the season for marathon, triathlon and cycling events. Every year the Pacific Northwest features thousands of events that benefit charities or medical research. As warmer weather approaches, competitive and recreational athletes dedicate muchtimeandenergytraining. Spring and summer blossom weekly events to meet the fun and challenging times Running, cycling and swimming is a form of cardiovascular training which is primarily known to increase cardio…

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ROCK TAPE By Dr Anthony Arreola

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ROCK TAPE By Dr Anthony Arreola

ROCK TAPE By Dr Anthony Arreola, D.C. If you’ve noticed brightly colored tape on the shoulders, knees, or other body parts of professional athletes, you may have wondered what it is, what is does, and how you can get some. This tape is called kinesiology tape and is used by Chiropractors, Physical Therapists, and some Athletic Trainers to help stabilize joints and speed up the healing process of soft tissue injuries. Kinesiology is the study…

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Demystifying the Raw Food Lifestyle

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Demystifying the Raw Food Lifestyle

Demystifying the Raw Food Lifestyle by Sofie Sabeti Amidst the ever-changing sea of fad diets popularized by the mass media, in the magazines at your local grocery store, by the fellow in your neighboring cubicle, or even by the gal getting a pedicure next to you at your regular nail salon, it is easy to become overwhelmed and confused by the multitude of diet crazes that seem to be popping up daily. HCG, Atkins, South…

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Hike of the Month Barclay Lake

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Hike of the Month Barclay Lake

Hike of the Month Barclay Lake by Daniel Lupastean Distance: 4.4 miles RT Elevation Gain: 225 feet High Point: 2425 feet Rating: Beginners, Kid Friendly Located off US Highway 2 in the city of Baring, lies this majestic lake. Barclay Lake is nestled between Merchant Peak and Baring Mountain. Approaching the lake the first thing you see is Baring Mountain towering at 6125 feet. This massive rock surface is a perfect candidate for some serious hard-core…

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GOT KNEE PAIN? By: Seth Winstead

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GOT KNEE PAIN? By: Seth Winstead

By: Seth Winstead, BS, RT(T) Kinesiology & Sports Model: Devin Aalund GOT KNEE PAIN? You’re not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 30% of the adult population (> 18 years old) reports some type of joint pain on an annual basis. 66% of those cases are knee related. There are many reasons why knee pain can creep up on you. However, without getting into Q-angles and gait assessment, there are several…

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