July 28th, 2010
Physical Equilibrium Training 2010 Gilda's Club Marathon Team
Saturday July 17th was our first group run for the 2010 Gilda’s Club NYC marathon team. This is the second year that Physical Equilibrium has partnered with this tremendous non–profit organization to help them raise money by competing in one of the world’s most challenging athletic competitions.
This year’s team is comprised of 30 dedicated runners, 8 of which were in town this weekend to join us for the run. Additionally, several of the team members are spending their summer months training at different locations across the U.S.
Just as we did with last year’s team, we split the runners into two groups before starting our first run along the reservoir. We chose this path to stay in the shade and avoid overheating on our first day. Whenever running in hot temperatures, it’s critical to stay hydrated. Allison Lurey from Gilda’s Club met us at the Engineer’s Gate at 90th street with some COLD Gatorade and water – we were all very glad that she was there! 
Our goal for the first run was for every runner to complete a 9 mile course. Not only did everyone complete the course, but some runners went above and beyond and finished a few more. Over the next few weeks, the runners will be focusing on developing consistency and a slow build.
Our next run is scheduled for August 15th where we will tackle a 2 hour or 12 mile run! Great job runners.
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July 20th, 2010
Physical Equilibrium is pleased to announce that Mikael Hanson has been hired as our new marathon/triathlon coach. Mikael brings tremendous experience, having previously coached athletes of all ages and abilities – from first timers and nationally ranked athletes to a couple of World Champions. In 2007 and 2009, Mikael represented Team USA at the Duathlon World Championships.
Mikael is a certified Level 1 USA Triathlon coach, a Level 2 USA Cycling coach and a Schwinn indoor cycling instructor. He is working towards completing his USA Track and Field certification. n 2002 and 2004, he was the New York Flyers (NYC’s largest running club) multi-sport athlete of the year.Prior to Physical Equilibrium, Mikael worked as a banker in New York City.
Mike will initially help Sara coach this year’s Gilda’s Club New York City Marathon team. For more information about Mikael, or to schedule a session with him, please contact us at 917-744-6627.
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July 13th, 2010
Physical Equilibrium personal trainer and marathon/triathlon coach Michele Solomon recently completed two races in remarkable time. Last month, she finished third place of the female division of the 2010 Jerseyman Sprint Triathlon. The race took place at the Spruce Run Recreation Area in Clinton, NJ. It included a 6 mile swim, a 19.5 mile bike ride and a 5K run.
As if that wasn’t good enough. last weekend Michele conquered the Rhode Island 70.3 Half Ironman competition. Michele placed sixth in her age group, finishing with a time of 1 hour, 43 minutes and 5 seconds. This race consisted of a 1.2 mi. swim, a 56 mi. bike ride and a 13.1 mile run.
Congratulations to Michele on all of her recent success!
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June 10th, 2010
Physical Equilibrium promotional partner Lululemon will be sponsoring a Bikini Bootcamp class this weekend at its east 66st St. location in Manhattan. Sara Dimmick will lead the class which is similar to our popular Outdoor Workout Classes. Burn and trim problem areas before you hit the beach! We’ll be including cardio, strength training and stretching to get a total body workout.
Out in the Hamptons – Lululemon is sponsoring a class at its East Hampton location on Saturday, June 19th. Contact Sara Dimmick at 917-744-6627 to sign up.
NYC Class: Saturday June 12th @ 9:30am, Class meets at East 66th St Lululemon store at 9:30am. We will then proceed to Central Park for the class!
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June 8th, 2010
Many people overlook the importance of maintaining proper posture while riding their bikes. Whether riding inside our outside, proper posture is extremely important to prevent against injury and in order to gain the full benefit of the cycling workout. Here are a few tips to help with posture:
Handlebars
Proper location of the handlebars is necessary to prevent against injury. If the handlebars are placed too far away from the seat, the rider is forced to hunch over with his or her arms hanging. This can produce neck and back strains and initiate lingering pain.
Seat Placement
For avid bike riders, I recommend seeking the assistance of a professional to help adjust the seat accordingly. Spin class instructors can adjust your spin bike for class to better suit your body, and for those who ride on their own bike outdoors, I recommend finding a bike retailer or cycling coach who is bike fit certified. Improper placement of the seat can strain the leg and lower back muscles. Both of these muscles are extremely critical to cycling, so any injury to these muscles can significantly hinder the cycling experience. To avoid injury, the seat must be placed according to your height; neither too high nor too low. 
Posture
Proper posture begins with the core – specifically by being able to hold the abdominal muscles tight enough to support the lower back. Arms and elbows must be relaxed and shoulders should be pushed down away from the ears and towards the middle of the back. The butt should be slightly pushed out so the lower back is not rounded. Finally, keep the torso in a diagonal line with the core engaged while driving power through the hips and legs.
If you’re looking for more information on cycling posture, visit Joe Friel’s blog by clicking here.
Have some great times on the bike this summer and be safe!
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