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Tyler Wallace - NASM Expert

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Tyler Wallace is VP of Strategic Development at NASM, specializing in organizational development/product strategy. He has served as consultant to several NBA, MLB, and NFL teams developing performance programs as well as engineered programming and technical solutions for various fitness facilities, gaming, and web platforms. After training hundreds of professional athletes and celebrities, Tyler has aided to evolve the OPT & CES Training Models to become the world’s leading training systems. Education: • BS, Arizona State University Certification: • NASM-PES, NASM-CES

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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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    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

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    Tyler Wallace - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:
    What is dynamic flexibility?
    Dynamic stretching utilizes functional movements involving the body's momentum to take a joint through its full range of motion. Dynamic stretching is best used prior to activity to best prepare the body for optimum performance. 

    Often many people prepare for activity by performing only static str...  Full Post
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    Tyler Wallace - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:
    Are biceps and triceps exercises necessary for basketball training?
    Biceps and triceps, as all major muscle groups in the body, are important for basketball but they do not necessarily need to be worked out in isolation.

    There are several exercises that can be done to integrate the upper arm into resistance programs such as pushing (Bench Press or Push Up) and pulling...  Full Post
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    Tyler Wallace - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:
    Are all personal trainers the same?

    No. All personal trainers are not the same. There are a variety of personal training certifications available but only a few that are accredited. You will want to look for a personal trainer with an accredited certification. The National Academy of Sports Medicine has the largest and most respected network

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    Tyler Wallace - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:
    Who do I turn to for help with starting a health and fitness business?

    To start an independent health and fitness business you can turn to Sharecare as they provide the opportunity for the Sharecare certified trainers to own and operate their own independent fitness business. This is a completely virtual environment that allows you to connect with the Sharecare users

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    Tyler Wallace - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:
    What is balance training?

    Balance training has a tremendous benefit for people of all ages and abilities and can be easily incorporated into an exercise routine. From fall prevention in the elderly, to the increased ability to generate power in a vertical jump for an athlete, and to a method to increase the force or resistance placed&nb

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    Tyler Wallace - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:
    How do I choose a fitness program?

    When choosing a fitness program you want to find one that specifically matches the goals you have. There are many types of programs and it is important you find one that has been tested, proven and is a valid, evidence-based system. It is also important to find a program that that synchs up with your

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    Tyler Wallace - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:
    Where do I go to start a fitness program?

    There are many types of fitness programs available ranging from self-serve models to attending a health club, gym, or community center. Depending on what how much help you need in identifying your goals and matching up specific programs that will help you accomplish those goals can influence your choice

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    Tyler Wallace - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:
    Should I seek professional help before starting a fitness program?

    Yes you should seek professional help before starting a fitness program starting with medical clearance to make sure that you are healthy enough to begin a fitness program.  From there identify an NASM or Sharecare Certified Personal Trainer who can help lay out a plan to help you reach and achieve

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    Tyler Wallace - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:
    What is a mid-back exercise that I can do at home?

    A standing cable row is a great exercise to strengthen your mid-back while also incorporating core strength as you perform the exercise.

    To perform the exercise properly:

    1. Hold the handles in front of your body with your arms extended and your belly-button pulled in towards your spine.

    2. Bend

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    Tyler Wallace - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:
    What is the best exercise for stronger glutes?
    Try this super-set technique to get strengthen your glutes. The technique is called strength endurance training and consists of pairing two exercises using the same muscle groups together. The exercise you perform first is a "strength" exercise while the exercise you perform second in the super-set is...  Full Post