5x5x5: High Frequency Training for more Strength
It’s time for a new program. I like to change my program every once and awhile, but I make sure…
Non-traditional Method of Building Strength
Depending on where you workout, some of the more modern, up to date gyms (no, not with fancy machines and…
Tips for an Injury Free Season
Make sure to check out my feature injury prevention article in the February issue of Runner’s World magazine. This is…
Pumping Iron
Some people focus on getting lean in the new year while others try to put on size. Let’s chat a…
10 Ways to Build Strength Without Size
Believe it or not, not every athlete wants to build massive muscles. Think about wrestlers, MMA fighters, gymnists or athletes…
3 Injury Prevention Tips for Runners
What runner doesn’t hate getting injured? Knee pain, heel pain or even low back pain can put a damper on…
Mid-Week Motivation
“Because getting weak sucks.”
Kettlebell & Body Weight Workout: guest post by Marianne Kane
Last year when I moved east for school, I had to drop many of my regular clients (I’m so sorry!).…
Foam Rolling Research (so far)
Over 6.5 years ago, I was told to read an article called Feel Better for 10 Bucks. It was written…
Dragon Training
If you recall, I wrote a guest post for the Greatist back in the summer about the importance of GPP-type…
3 Ways Runners Can Stay Injury Free
It’s difficult to get runners in the gym. However, numerous studies show improved running performance and reduced injury risk when…
A Foundation of Strength
Being a strong runner takes more than just logging in the miles every week. It takes hours of dedication doing…
Before starting at JK Conditioning I had attempted strength training multiple times through various local gyms and at home. Each time I would end up frustrated and injured. A little over two years ago, I contacted Jon and shared my goal with him to complete my first Ironman and remain injury free in the process. Jon, Thomas and Angie have worked with me weekly and I feel stronger but most importantly I have remained injury free for 2 years, 2 months and 6 hours….. but who’s counting. HaHa. The atmosphere at JKC is welcoming for any age and ability. While Jon, Angie and Thomas are serious about GAINZ, I’ve never once found myself not laughing while working out. Thanks for helping me to continue in this crazy sport where strength training is often neglected but is the key to remaining injury free!!
I am turning 67 next month and I started my journey with JKC in 2018. Seven years ago I experienced significant foot pain which had a negative impact on my day to day activities. I learned that issues in other parts of the body need to be addressed to achieve a positive result. My doctor (Dr. Jessica Wade) suggested, along with some other therapies, that I could benefit from the conditioning JKC had to offer. I previously had not trained in any gym. I observed how many gyms operated and had a sense that JKC would be more my style: training in a small group setting, having such personal attention, and a program meeting my specific needs is fantastic! I love the atmosphere at the gym. Everyone is accepted and you feel supported and comfortable.
I had signed up for other gyms in the past and never went or rarely went. Something always got in the way or I was just too tired and lacked motivation to go. This way I’ve made a commitment to Jon or Thomas and I try very hard to keep my sessions once I’ve booked in. JKC is different from other gyms that I’ve tried in the past because no one is there to be “seen”. We are all there to get a good workout in and go on with our lives. And it’s a small gym so you get to know everyone and it’s like a big family. When I joined JKC, I couldn’t do a chin up with an elastic band, but I’ve slowly worked up to 10 free hanging chin ups. That was big because I hate chin ups.
JKC was recommended by a previous trainer who followed Jon online. He thought Jon’s approach to training was excellent. JKC employs well educated trainers who are very particular about technique and form. I have never injured myself because the trainers know what they are doing. They can always answer any questions I ask about my training. As well the trainers are friendly contributing to a relaxed and friendly atmosphere at the gym.
My original reason for joining JKC was to get some sage advice to help with my running. I had been looking for awhile, came across Jon, met for an assessment, and was quite happy with how that all went. Apart from the running specific strengthening and conditioning approaches, JKC is different from other gyms as I am a fan of the small group sessions where everyone has their own goals and individualized programs. As well, the run coaching is super. All the coaches go the extra mile to make sure you get the best out each training session. They are fantastic motivators! My favourite memory is deadlifting 330lbs. Making a lot of great friends and meeting some really cool people is pretty high up on that list, too.
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