Congratulations to both Jake Lauterbach and Cole Tomuschat for showcasing their improved speed and strength in a recent performance review. It is important to remember that if you cannot measure it, you cannot improve it. Whether your goal is increased speed, increased strength, muscle gain or fat loss, you must measurable variables in order to …
Rethinking the Warm-Up
Rethinking the Warm-Up Before any training session, workout, or any sort of exercise; it is imperative to have a proper warm-up before beginning. A proper warm-up should be structured, well thought out and developed. We are not talking about static stretches, where you stretch a number of muscle groups for an amount of time, call …
The Power of a Gym Partner
If you’ve ever been exposed to gym or a fitness facility, you have undoubtedly seen members come and go with no clear routine or plan in mind. Whether the reason for the inconsistency is time, lack of a plan, lack of knowledge or lack of motivation, this scenario happens all the time. Daily …
Monday Minute – Plank
Engage your core correctly! Get plank tips here from Coach Adam Tielinen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtykcmdbZXM
Scapular Retraction for a Stronger /Safer Bench Press
A key factor of being able to bench effectively and efficiently is retracting the scapula or pinching the shoulder blades together. You can also depress it, slightly elevate it, or keep it neutral. Find what feels comfortable and benefits you the most. I personally depress it, but regardless of your preference just make …
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Mia Toranko Thorton Academy Track Star
Mia Toranko helped the Thorton Academy Trojans take home third place in the state championships! Toranko herself placed first in the long jump with a jump over 17′. “Taranko won the state title with a jump of over 17 feet, and was the first Trojan to take home the award since Tori Daigle did two …
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
Jonathan Umel AGE: 12 GRADE: 7th SCHOOL: Saco Middle School DREAM JOB: Major League Soccer Player FAVORITE COLLEGE/PRO TEAM: Boston Red Sox FAVORITE HEALTHY FOOD: Raw Spinach and Salad LIST ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Placed 2nd in a 5k, 3rd at Math Meet, State Champion Baseball/Soccer 2015, High Honor Roll. What sports/events/hobbies do you participate in? Soccer, Track, …
Monday Minute – Deceleration
Why is it important to practice slowing down? Learn what sets Parisi Speed School apart from any others with Coach Adam Tielinen at the OA Performance Center!
Self-Myofascial Release (SMR) Tips
Myofascial release techniques have been around for many years through licensed massage therapists. In recent years, self-myofascial techniques such as foam rolling have become popular. The goal of foam rolling is to: Increase flexibility Increase circulation Decrease soreness Restore normal muscular function Knowing the potential benefits of foam rolling and other methods of …
Parisi Champion of the Month
Allison Cooley, 7th Grade Wareing’s Gym, Virginia Beach VA
March Membership Madness
Contact Your Local Parisi Speed School Find Out More About the March Membership Madness Promotion! Find a Location
Improving Football Speed
Improving Football Speed Football is a game of speed. If your goal is to land a starting position, become an all-star and/or play college football than speed is one of the most important aspects of athleticism that you can improve. In the not so long past, coaches believed speed was something athletes were born with. …