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How to push up correctly

A push movement is a great way to engage most of the important muscles around our chest and shoulders, and when the elbow extends it uses the triceps too. Pushing movements are used in every-day life when moving furniture, pushing open a heavy door or window, pushing a stroller or shopping trolley, throwing a ball,... Read more »
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How to pull correctly

A seated row with a resistance band is a good way to master the action of engaging the subtle muscles between the shoulder blades and the back of the shoulder, without also having to hold yourself in a challenging bent-over position (like in a bent over row). Once you have mastered it seated, you can... Read more »
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How to crunch correctly

Crunch A crunch is an important movement to master because it is used regularly when changing body positions and moving around in daily life; the muscles involved in a crunch are crucial for maintaining core strength, stability and correct posture.  There is always debate about crunches being effective, however I believe  that a crunch is... Read more »
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How to squat correctly

A squat is great functional, compound exercise that uses the large muscles surrounding of the legs including glutes, hamstrings, quads and calves. A squatting movement is used in real life every time we sit down and stand up, and is repeated many times every day. It is the foundational movement for all squatting and jumping exercises... Read more »
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Trainer Pauliina competitive figure skater from Finland

From Finland to Fitness Enhancement Pauliina grew up in the cool climate of Helsinki, Finland, competing in figure skating on ice from just 3 years old.  Pauliina developed a love for sports and fitness during her many years of competitive figure skating throughout her childhood. As she moved through school she also participated in several types... Read more »
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The day life as we knew it changed forever…

Introducing Fitness Enhancement’s Clients of the Month – Anita and Becky Lao! Becky and Anita decided to take up Personal Training with Fitness Enhancement in March 2014.  Becky’s high school formal was coming up in November and she needed to look fantastic in a dress, so Anita signed them both up for Personal Training – and... Read more »
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