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VersaClimber Benefits for Your Fitness Training Program

May 6, 2016 by IR Staff 1 Comment

By Mark Elmasry

Mark and his sidekick, Mugsy
Mark and his sidekick, Mugsy

The VersaClimber is a great tool to use in a plethora of exercise programs, and there are many VersaClimber Benefits.

Most high level athletic training facilities are equipped with them, Innovative Results fitness gym has it for all of their athletes.

All fitness gyms and athlete training facilities should incorporate them in their training programs.

We incorporate it into our training program at Innovative Results fitness gym because it is a safe regression for any hard impact movements, it is an excellent strength building tool, it is an awesome recovery tool, and it can be used to train all three energy systems.

The first of the VersaClimber Benefits and the reason it is an excellent implement to your fitness training program because it is a safe warm up tool that will always be time efficient and effective.

Alli VersaClimberThe basic movement of the Versaclimber is a very natural contra-lateral pattern (an elaborate way of saying the opposing limbs–Right arm with left leg, and left arm with right leg–move together, like when walking, running, or swimming).

It requires a complex pattern of coordinated movements that we all practice as babies by simply crawling.

When you master that at a young age, we are never too old to keep practicing that rudimentary movement.

Moving opposing limbs like that is so beneficial for your nervous system.

This teaches both sides of your brain spatial awareness and basic neuromuscular grooving.

When you move repetitively like this in a low impact environment, quick or slow, you are training your lower body to keep up with your upper body and vice versa.

It becomes a pattern that you subconsciously remember; your “muscle memory” takes over, and is an athletic drill that can benefit every sport and activity.

Training with the Versa Climber has a variety of uses, specifically focusing on any of the three energy systems.

The Versaclimber can hit all three energy systems.versaclimber trip

It can be used in short, explosive bursts to deplete the phosphor-creatine system; which maxes out at about 8-12 seconds depending on the muscle fiber make-up and the level of conditioning of the subject.

The next energy system is the fast glycolysis system, or the lactic threshold.

Versa climber sprints from 15 seconds to up to 1:45 sec or 2 minutes are going to push the lactic capacity of your muscles ability to do work with making lactic acid as a byproduct.

Energy Systems The more you train that energy system the more potential your muscles have to do work without making acid as a byproduct.

You can train your lactic (fast glycolysis) system to be very efficient and keep your muscles working for a good amount of time as well as recharge for more work within a brief recovery period as well.

Last of the energy systems is our oxidative energy system which has an infinite amount of energy because it is the process of our lungs oxygenating our blood.

That process only stops when we stop breathing and our heart stops beating.

However, we can always train this energy system to be more efficient and the versaclimber is an awesome way to do so while cruising at a submaximal heart rate with very low impact force on our joints.

In summary, the Versaclimber is a great way to train both hemispheres of our brain coordinating this simple elementary pattern.

It is also one of the best ways to train our creatine energy system, our lactic energy system, and our oxidative energy system.

VersaClimber 3This is a must have for your fitness training gym, athletic training facility, and personal training program.

Check them out at http://versaclimber.com/ or come by Innovative Results–The Orange County Fitness Playground and use our three VersaClimbers and our two VersaPulleys.

If you liked this article on VersaClimber benefits leave us a comment and share this with your family, friends, and coworkers!

If you are interested in coming in to try out these VersaClimbers and The Orange County Fitness Playground, fill out the form below.

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Is Kettlebell Training For Me?

April 16, 2014 by ptpt 3 Comments

Kettlebell Swing

Yes!

Resurging as one of the HOTTEST fitness trends, the century old kettlebell has proven itself to be one of the #1 workouts for burning calories, and reducing body fat.

According to the American Council of Exercise, kettlebell workouts can burn up to 20 calories/min, that is like running a 6 minute mile! The only other exercise that comes close to that number is cross-country skiing.

What is a Kettlebell Workout?

Kettlebells are more than a substitution for traditional free weights. Giveroy (kettlebell) Sport is actually 3 lifts; Jerk, Snatch, and Long Cycle. The BEST part is that all three lifts can be broken down/isolated to their simplest form of kettlebell movement and you will still get RESULTS.

 

A Few Benefits of Kettlebell Training:

Increased Strength without Increased mass (no bulk) Increased Core/Abdominal Strength

Increased Resistance to Injury

Decreased Body Fat

Increased Muscular Stability

Decreased Neck, Shoulder & Lower Back Pain (Postural Ailments)

Work Aerobic & Anaerobic Simultaneously

Increased Mobility

Improved Posture

Optimize Caloric Burn Increased Muscular Endurance

Increased Lean Muscle

 

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There are very few workouts, or pieces of fitness equipment that can deliver not only a strength workout, but have the potential for high-intensity cardiovascular activity & mobility training. By combining weight with our body’s natural movements (tossing, pulling, lifting, carrying), kettlebells allow for a functional performance resulting in practical & dramatic increases in our endurance and strength. Commonly known as the “Full Body Fit!”

Ready to get started!?

Though kettlebells are extremely versatile when it comes to combining them in your workouts, safe and effective body mechanics are crucial when preventing injury. Unless you are using kettlebells as a replacement for traditional free weights, we do not recommend learning the basics from DVDs or Youtube, and highly recommend that you seek out a coach/trainer with experience in kettlebell sport.

 

Orange County’s Fitness Playground & Orange Kettlebell Club is set to host OKC’s Level 1 Kettlebell Sport Certification in November 2016!

This workshop is perfect for the beginner looking to get into kettlebell sport, and the kettlebell sport athlete looking to gain an edge in competition.

Jason Dolby is a Kettlebell Sport Athlete and OKC Master Coach with over 14 years of experience in the world of Kettlebell Sport. Coach Dolby has traveled around the world increasing his knowledge and practice of the sport from World Record holders, coaches and fellow athletes.

Aaron Guyett is a Master of Sport in all lifts Jerk, Snatch, and Long Cycle, competing on the World stage as a professional, as well as setting several national records (including first American to achieve Master of Sport in Biathlon and Long Cycle at one competition).

He will be teaching basics of kettlebell sport techniques for:

-Swing
-Clean
-Jerk
-Snatch
-Long Cycle
-Breathing
-Pre-Competition Routines

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Location:

Innovative Results – 2925 Airway Avenue – Suite J – Costa Mesa – CA – 92626

Date: Saturday, November 12th

Time: 9:00am – 5:00PM

Workshop Event Cost 

Early Bird Registration – $199 (plus tax)
Regular Event Price – $299 (plus tax)

REGISTER NOW

 

Kettlebell Warrior
Both Genders & ALL Ages are Swinging Bells for THEIR Health.

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5 Reasons we use the Versaclimber instead Rowers, Treadmills or Other Cardio Machines.

May 22, 2011 by ptpt 11 Comments

Innovative Results was incredibly fortunate to attain two new pieces of equipment this month.  As you know, we are not very fond of most machines, but these babies caught our attention and line up with our belief system.  Here is a little information about the benefits of the Versaclimber and why we prefer these machines over other conventional cardio machines.

The Versaclimber has been around for several years but treadmills, bicycles, elliptical machines, steppers and rowers have been more widely accepted.  Here are a few reasons why we do not use the mentioned machines above and have chosen to bring Versaclimbers into our facility.

1.  Treadmills. Walking and running are a fundamental movement pattern that every human being uses.  Unfortunately, most people lack the mobility and strength in their feet, ankles, knees and hips to run properly.  When I have asked several local doctors who their ideal client is, they have all mentioned runners.  Now, I don’t believe that running is bad, I just believe that most people approach running without much of a plan and eventually get injured.  The good side about treadmills, is that they are easily used by a wide population and offer an indoor option for people during foul weather.

Plus:  Easily scalable and allows natural gait pattern.

Minus:  High impact on ankles, knees and hips for most users.

2.  Elliptical trainers. Every person moves differently and are obviously different sizes and shapes.  I personally, have never used an elliptical machine and felt comfortable.  It doesn’t feel natural at all.  The good point about these machines, is that you are on your feet and some utilize upper and lower body movement.

Plus:  Reduced impact on joints, standing and some upper body recruitment.

Minus: Unnatural movement patterns.  Not scalable for increased intensity.

3.  Stationary bicycles. Lots of people use stationary and recumbent bicycles if they have back or knee pain.  Granted it offers a no impact solution, but unfortunately you have to sit.  If people are sitting all day long, the last thing I want them to do at the gym is to sit some more.  Now if this is the only option you have or you are a competitive cyclist, then by all means, get after it!  But, if you have the option, I prefer to have people on their own two feet, learning to move their body from head to toe.

Plus:  Reduced impact on ankles and knees.

Minus:  You are sitting.

 

5 Reasons Why Innovative Results Uses VersaClimbers

1.  You are on your feet – The car, computer and the couch have left 80%+ of people with tight hips, upper backs and more.   Why would you go to the gym and sit some more?  We were designed to move on our feet.  The Versaclimber teaches people to stand on their own two feet and move.

2.  Your opposite arms and legs work together – grooving their neurological pathways to function properly.  Our upper and lower extremities work together.  Without proper communication between upper and lower extremities, movements become incredibly awkward.  For example, when you throw a ball with your right hand, you should step with your left leg first, right?  Try stepping with your right foot and throw with your right hand.  Crazy, right?  Well, as movements become more complex or if a client hasn’t developed these natural movement patterns, then learning to use opposites arms and legs together is vital to efficient movement and function.  This is important for everyone.

3.  No impact – most people are tight, immobile and may have old injuries that impair their gate.  The Versaclimber allows a high level of muscle recruitment (upper and lower body) without any unneeded stress on the ankles, knees, hips, back or shoulders.

4.  You can’t screw it up. Just get on and go.  This is a very powerful point.  Running correctly and efficiently requires specific coaching, practice, trial and error.  Rowing requires a certain level of flexibility and postural integrity.  The Versaclimber requires almost zero coaching.  People may start slow, but the movement is easily adopted. This is important for new exercisers, as well as elite athletes that need conditioning work, without the added impact on their systems.

5.  Easily scalable. Walking is pretty easy for most of us, but sprinting will injure most new comers.  The Versaclimber can easily be used for new people that want to move slowly and develop their cardiovascular system, but it can also easily be used for intense anaerobic intervals, that will challenge the most elite athletes.  This versatility is incredibly valuable when your gym has a variety of clients coming through each week.

Bottom line, there are a lot of options out there.  Innovative Results has chosen to use Versaclimbers because they offer the best solution for our clientele.  They are incredibly efficient, effective and simple to use.

Another incredible addition to the Innovative Results Gym!

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