Steve
Improve Muscle Activation for Better Movement
As we age, we might notice that our muscles don’t respond like they used to. Over time, other muscles start to compensate, which can create imbalances, movement issues, and even lead to injuries. This happens because the connection between your…
Strengthen Weak Muscles to Boost Stability
As we age, it’s natural to notice changes in strength and balance. Tasks that once felt easy—like lifting groceries, climbing stairs, or staying steady on your feet—may start to become more challenging. This is often due to the gradual loss…
Build Strength & Stability at Any Age
As we age, it’s normal to notice changes in strength and balance. Everyday tasks like carrying groceries, climbing stairs, or even staying steady on your feet can start to feel more challenging. A big reason for this? The natural loss…
Power Naps: The Secret Weapon You Didn’t Know You Needed
Ever feel like your energy’s tanking halfway through the day? Whether you’re grinding through work, hitting the gym, or juggling personal training sessions, that afternoon slump is all too real. Instead of reaching for another cup of coffee, there’s a…
How Aging Affects Flexibility (And How to Stay Fit)
As we age, one of the most noticeable changes is how tight our muscles and joints become. You might find that bending over, reaching for something, or even standing up from a chair isn’t as easy as it used to…
You should train in the morning, here’s why:
“Hey Coach, when is it best to train?” This is a question we receive quite frequently. There is no one size fits all answer, but we will say it’s best to train when you feel most energized to do work.…
So your sports were cancelled?
So your sport was cancelled? The thing you likely spent all off-season preparing for is now not going to happen. For the seniors this means no senior season. Something you have no control over is dramatically affecting your life. Yes…
How much weight do I add to the bar to get stronger?
“I want to go to the gym but I don’t know what to do or where to start” This is an all too familiar comment we receive from many prospects and clients. I’m sure most of you were in a…
Our Story, Part 3: The Origin of Full Plate
Every so often I get asked “why are you called Full Plate”…well here is our origin story. How did we go from training women to athletes ranging from 6 yrs old to D1 collegiate athletes? If you’ve read the first…
Full Plate Method – Rabbit Hole
The rabbit hole is the order of operations for athlete development. We need to do all of these things well. But we start at the top, and work our way down. Consistency Consistency is first. We can’t expect to develop…