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We often get asked to design workout programs for parents to do with their children at home. Here are the top 5 exercises that you can be doing with your child of any ability!
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Matt is a long time client of Specialty Athletic Training and wanted to share why he thinks it is so amazing!
Guest post from trainer Bradley Carter, CSCS Should children with autism workout. Short answer is yes. All children should workout and be active starting at a young age. Children with autism have a much increased chance of becoming overweight or obese compared to their neuro-typical peers starting as early as two years old. In the United Stated over a third of children from the age of 2-17 on the autism spectrum are overweight. There are a variety of reasons for this, but one thing is certain, exercise will help and the earlier you start your child down a path of exercise and healthy living the more it will help them live long healthy lives. Exercise doesn’t just help with physical health; mental health can be drastically improved through an exercise regime as well. Children with autism can benefit by having a reduction in self-stimulatory behavior, hyperactivity, and aggression as well self-injurious and destructive behaviors. The autism specific benefits of general exercise has been shown to be one of the best treatments for depression and anxiety, along with improved sleep quality.  A workout doesn’t have to be fancy or even very long; a brisk thirty-minute walk is a great place to start. Need some other ideas? Make sure to visit our YouTube channel for exercise demonstration videos. You may even see yours truly in some of them!
Frozen dinners and take out can often be an easy meal solution for families that are always on the go. Although convenient, this method can often be pretty expensive and overall unhealthy. Meal prepping is an easy solution to save you time and money, as well as make sure that you're eating healthy. Here are 5 meal prep tips from our trainer JaCee Camper to help you get started: 
Many people over the years have asked me, "What makes Specialty Athletic Training unique?" I'll be the first to tell you that we're not doing anything revolutionary with our program design, exercises we're having our clients performed, or the equipment that we use. Our approach and communication style are two major components of what makes us unique; as well as providing our clients with access to a fit and healthy lifestyle. Want to learn how we do it? Here is your chance!  I have the privilege of being part of an amazing line up of presenters at the NSCA's Oregon State Clinic on Saturday, March 16th at Linfield College. I will be discussing the importance of using growth mindset and positive reinforcement to maximize the results of your athletes and clients. The information that you'll learn will be easily applicable to any profession and all ages. Make sure to sign up today!
Other presenters include: Phil Rombach, MAEd, CSCS - Head football S&C coach at Linfield College Bryan Miller, MS, CSCS,*D - Assistant football S&C coach at Navy Griffin Waller, MA, CSCS - Director of Sports Performance at University of Portland Ryan Baugus, DPT, PT - Owner of Headquarters Physical Therapy Erik Jernstrom, CSCS - Director of Sports Performance at Eforce Sports  We're happy to announce that you can finally purchase your favorite Specialty gear! Thank you so much for your ongoing support and being part of our tribe. Make sure to use promo code "TRIBE20" at check out to receive a 20% discount! Click HERE to place your order! (FREE shipping within the US)
Many of you are familiar with the inspiration behind Specialty Athletic Training and my relationship with a boy named Ben. However, there is another guy that also holds a special place in my life. My buddy Patrick. Patrick and I both stepped onto the Lewis & Clark College campus at the same time in the Fall of 2003. It was my first year playing collegiate football and his first year serving as team manager. If you know Patrick, then you know how contagious his smile can be and how he uses it to his advantage. He used to have me and other athletes but him CD's (back when Napster was still a thing) of playlists that he created. This passion for music eventually led him to become the DJ for the home volleyball and basketball game for the Pioneers. Being around the weight room and the athletes, he naturally gravitated to working out. We would have him join for a set on the bench or some arm farm action, but he never had a program specifically designed for him. I was ecstatic when he parents asked me to train him after I founded Specialty Athletic Training.  Fast forward to 2019 and we're still hanging out on Palatine Hill. He's a staple in the L&C athletic community and is still DJing home games for the volleyball and basketball teams. He is also working out with our trainers twice a week, and will often come in early to get in extra cardio!
Thank you for being a part of my a part of my life for the 15+ years, Patrick. Continue being you and bringing joy to everyone that you meet! Is there really any better way to spend your rest time in between sets? We think not! Talk about active recovery ;) We strive to make fitness fun and have our clients leave with a smile with anticipation of their next session. Here our buddy Wyatt and trainer Alex have a little dance off during Wyatt's rest time. Look at those moves! Many of our clients need to work on their balance and we use either blast straps or TRX straps to provide extra support. Here is how we use the straps to do forward lunges. INSTRUCTIONS
1) Grab the handles of the straps 2) Stand far enough back that the arms can be fully extended 3) Both feet should be pointed forward shoulder width apart 4) When stepping forward keep both feet pointed forward and torso erect 5) Drop the back knee 1-2 inches above the floor 6) Do not lean forward or let the lead leg knee lean past the toes of the lead foot 7) Use the straps and needed to assist with lowering and standing Michael is one of the biggest Portland Trailblazers fans around and has a smile that is super contagious. He has been working out with us at our Vancouver facility for the past year now has been LOVING it! We asked him what he like about training with us at Specialty Athletic Training and this was his response. |
About the AuthorRyan Lockard, CSCS, CSPS is the head trainer and founder of Specialty Athletic Training. He a member of the Autism Society of Oregon's Board of Directors and is accredited by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Certified Special Populations Specialist. Ryan has worked with individuals with special needs since 2007 and has over 10,000 hours of 1:1 instruction working with individuals that have various special needs. Categories
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"I wanted to tell you how amazing I think you and Specialty Athletic Training are and what wonderful opportunities you and your team provide to our kids and community. (My son) loves coming to work out with you and your crew, how you guys continue to motivate him and engage him is amazing, I'm so happy you all are here, and truly appreciate you. Thank you!!! |
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