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Jay Morgan, NASM Elite Trainer

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Jay Morgan CPT, PES, FAFS has dedicated his life to the pursuit of fitness, health and overall well-being. He has a reputation for making an impact on and transforming the lives of junior and elite athletes, patients who have suffered physical injury, as well as people who simply want to improve their health and/or appearance. Jay has had over 15 years of experience in the health & fitness industry in management and training. He is the founder and owner of Dynamic Health & Fitness in Baldwinsville, NY since 2001. He is credentialed by the National Academy of Sports Medicine and has completed his year-long fellowship called GIFT, developed by Gary Gray, PT. The Gray Institute for Functional Transformation (GIFT) is designed to enable participants to achieve proficiency, competence, confidence, and credibility in all aspects of Applied Functional Science through an understanding of functional principles, strategies, and techniques appropriate for use with patients and clients of all types and for all purposes including prevention, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement.



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    Fitness in Middle Age May Help Shield Men From Cancer Later

    THURSDAY, May 16 (HealthDay News) -- Men who are physically fit in middle age have a lower risk of developing and dying from certain cancers, new research indicates.

    "Fitness is a huge predictor of [cancer] risk," said Dr. Susan Lakoski, an assistant professor of internal medicine at the...Full Article

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    Yoga May Help Ease High Blood Pressure, Study Finds

    WEDNESDAY, May 15 (HealthDay News) -- People who follow the ancient practice of yoga may be getting an added health boost, with a new study suggesting it can fight high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension.

    "This study confirms many people's feelings that exercise may be useful in...Full Article

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    Money Motivates Weight Loss -- One Step at a Time

    WEDNESDAY, May 8 (HealthDay News) -- When a health insurer told obese people they could either pay 20 percent more for coverage or start exercising, most of them decided to get active, according to a new study.

    More than 6,500 obese people insured by Blue Care Network enrolled in a pedom...Full Article

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    Jay Morgan, NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    How can I eat healthy when dining out?
    Healthy Dining Tips Select foods low in saturated fat, cholesterol, total fat and sodium. Select...  Full Post
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    Jay Morgan, NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    How do I stay motivated to exercise?
    The reasons for exercising vary person to person. Studies have indicated that an individual's...  Full Post
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    What is a good resistance training program?
    A good resistance training program is one that follows the principle of individuality. The program...  Full Post
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    How can rigid foot orthoses relieve foot pain?
    Individuals who are utilizing rigid foot orthotics commonly demonstrate poor foot mechanics....  Full Post
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    Jay Morgan, NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    Does drinking coffee cause weight gain?
    When an individual consumes more calories throughout the day then they burn, they create the...  Full Post
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    More Evidence That Exercise in Middle Age Boosts Health

    MONDAY, Aug. 13 (HealthDay News) -- Keeping up a leisure-time physical activity regimen for a decade or more could help middle-aged adults improve their heart health, researchers report.

    Over time, routine activities -- such as brisk walking, biking, or even doing housework or gardening v...Full Article

  • Jay Morgan, NASM Elite Trainer
    Jay Morgan, NASM Elite Trainer has posted a blog entry: Thoughts On CrossFit

    I decided to write on this topic, as I find myself being asked the question "What is CrossFit" more often. CrossFit (CF) has become a hot topic, and a lightening rod for intense conversation between many health professionals. Some in it's defense, and the majority attacking it. CrossFit's popularity has

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    Jay Morgan, NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    As I start working out, what will I notice right away?

    Dependent on what the goal of your exercise program is, deciphers what you might notice right away. Our bodies tend to lose flexibility and mobility first, balance follows, with strength and endurance not far behind. An integrated program that challenges the above components efficiently will have you noticing

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    Jay Morgan, NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    Is it safe to foam roll the lumbar spine?

    Utilizing a foam roller on the lumbar region is not the best strategy for self-myofascial release. The average foam roller is 5" in diameter, and will increase the lordosis in the lumbar region. The excessive lordotic position will increase the pressure on the vertebrae and discs. 

    Dependent on your s

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