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Julie's Garage Gym > 2018 > April

Julie lunges

How to Properly Set-Up & Execute a Lunge

As we will discuss later on this week, the Lunge is a functional movement pattern which, in our daily lives, transfers into walking, climbing stairs, raising up from the floor, or catching us from a fall. When we think of functional movements, the Lunge is near the top of the list. A lunge can save […]
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Kettlebell flow

Static & Active Stretch for the Psoas

The psoas, technically named iliopsoas, are 2 deep-seated core muscles that help support your back and so much more. The psoas major works by flexing the hip, while the psoas minor acts to flex the lower spine. These muscles are unique in that they are the only muscles that connect the lumbar spine and lower […]
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Healthy salmon dish

Grilled Salmon with Strawberry Jalapeño Salsa

We loved this dish so much, we HAD to share! Thank you Danae for this healthy, delicious, and surprisingly simple recipe for Grilled Salmon with Strawberry Jalapeño Salsa. INGREDIENTS:   Grilled Salmon 4 salmon fillets Kosher salt and black pepper to taste     Strawberry Jalapeño Salsa 1 pound fresh strawberries, diced 1 jalapeño, seeded, and finely diced […]
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Pushup demonstration

Functional Benefits of Push-Ups

Are push-ups really worth the effort? Short answer, YES! Push-ups are one of the most effective upper body and core strengthening exercises. Like many body-weight exercises, they can be easily modified and made more or less challenging. The functional ability to horizontally lift and lower one’s own body weight is one of the best measures […]
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Jumping exercise

Body Weight Workout

No gym or equipment? No problem… BE your own gym! This Bodyweight workout not only challenges your strength, but also your cardiovascular endurance. Perform each exercise for 30-45 seconds. Repeat entire circuit 3-5 times.   1. Burpees 2. Jump Lunges (or Reverse Lunges) 3. Dive Bombers (or Push-ups) 4. Plank with Rotation 5. Supine Hamstrings […]
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Vinyasa flow

Vinyasa Flow: Plank, Chaturanga, Up-Dog, Down-Dog

How many times have you heard your yoga instructor say, “Move through your flow,” or “Take a vinyasa,” or “Chaturanga, up dog, down dog”?   Chaturanga is often part of a “vinyasa” or “flow” that yogis do on the way back to Downward Dog. Chaturanga assists in building arm and core strength, while up dog […]
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Zucchini spirals

Zucchinis + Noodles = Low-Carb Zoodles!!!

Looking for some low-carb, gluten-free alternatives to pasta? We love zucchini noodles because they’re quick, easy, and delicious! Ingredients: 2 large zucchini (about 1-1/2 pounds) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon salt   Tools: Spiralizer, vegetable peeler or box grater   Our favorite way to make picture-perfect zucchini noodles is to […]
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Squat at any age

Why We Squat

Why DO we squat? How do we determine the BEST squat for OUR needs?     The ability to squat is a fundamental movement. It requires a balance of mobility and stability. It is both a static posture and a movement pattern that we see very early in human developmental. A toddler typically masters the […]
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