Cyclists are constantly in a crouched position with their arms bent.  Shoulder exercises are a must for good posture starting from the handlebar- where you control the steering and support your upper body. Shown below is Hideshi’s exercise for improving posture and to decrease shoulder/arm stress.

First off, hold our mini exercise ball between elbows firmly.  Keep shoulders relaxed

Now raise the ball up while compressing the ball.

Depending on the individual, tightness in the upper back muscles may occur. Range of motion will improve with practice.

Try to raise the ball up until face level.  Then gently bring the ball back down to the original position.

Repeat these steps to complete the desired amount of reps.

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Frozen shoulder and shoulder injuries are common problems.  This class is for anyone with these conditions or those who want to prevent it.  Through stretching and slow exercises, this class will help to improve or maintain range of motion.  See our adult fitness class schedule for more information.

Plan out your child’s summer! Our sprint camps are on June 11-15, July 16-20 and August 13-17 located at Rainbow Park on F Street.  The camp times are 10AM-12PM.  We are accepting applicants with limited space available.  Apply now!

Summer 2012 S&A Application

Hey everyone! Who remembers the last Christmas party @ fitnessgarage??
Guess what!?  We are hosting a mid-summer Christmas Party!!!!!!!  June 29th is the day.
Lets all get together and be active!  Make your reservation today!

The Fitnessgarage Sports Academy is a fitness center founded in 2004 by Hideshi Okamoto, a former Olympic track coach. It offers group training and personal training designed to help people tackle any sport with confidence, endurance, speed, and flexibility. The Fitnessgarage Sports Academy emphasizes the development of the core muscles—abdomen, hips, back, and lower legs.

Mission:

• Provide physical fitness opportunities for children and adults in the region.
• Promote physical fitness through offering individual and group classes tailored to individual needs
• Reduce obesity in adults and children
• Prevent injuries in adults and children
• Provide exercise programs for children with special needs, e.g., those with developmental delays

We are always changing – in development for the upcoming year!