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The Basics - Done Wrong

Over the years there have been a number of things we've heard repeatedly in the fitness industry. And sometimes there is no basis to these statements other than the fact they have been repeated enough times and they are accepted as truth.For example, 'eat small frequent meals throughout the day to stimulate your metabolism' is one that comes to mind. You've heard this before I'm sure. But where is the scientific research that backs this claim? If anything maybe what happens is we end up eating frequent meals throughout the day. Just not small meals. And thus the supposed benefit is lost.Let's look at another example.How about 'no pain, no gain'? Everyone has heard this and we all know there is no truth to it. Further we could actually turn this upside down and say 'no pain, all gain'.So where I am going with all this? Well this past weekend we were down to Seattle for a clinic with Eric Cressey. Eric is a Boston-based strength coach with that works with a number of major league baseball players. And he is considered an expert when it comes to all things related to the shoulder and training.And he was sharing some things that may would challenge what many trainers and strength coaches believe and have been taught. With that in mind here are 3 of the Basics - Done Wrong.Basic #1 Done Wrong - Do Yoga Push UpsI'll wait a minute while you rub your eyes and re-read that last statement. Yes, I am advocating yoga push ups. Now before you all load up and throw your lululemons at me let me clarify.I am saying yoga push ups may be a good idea. And here's why.With most bench pressing the shoulder blades can get stuck in place on the bench and aren't...

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