Tag: Trainer’s Corner

By Jordan Bierkos

Jordan Bierkos is a graduate of the University of Alberta physical education program and is currently a student at the University of Calgary in the faculty of law. He is a certified Olympic weightlifting and football coach; a strength and conditioning specialist; and was the head strength coach for the Edmonton Eskimos for two years.

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By Sarah Beth

Sarah Beth is a fourth-year kinesiology student graduating in June 2013. She currently works as a physiotherapy aide in the Sports Medicine Centre Physiotherapy Clinic and has experience as both a strength coach and softball pitching instructor.
 She is hoping to pursue a career as both a personal and team trainer after graduation.
 Perhaps last… Continue reading Trainer’s corner: Sarah Beth

By Carlyn Stilling

Ken is a certified personal trainer and strength and conditioning specialist. He graduated from kinesiology at the University of Calgary in 2010 and works as a personal and group trainer. He is currently in school for massage therapy. 
 Countless times I’ve walked into the fitness center and have seen the same people do the… Continue reading Trainer’s corner

By Carlyn Stilling

The Gauntlet will publish a series of training tips in the upcoming months. Whether you have never set foot in the gym or are a seasoned veteran of the fitness centre, here is some advice from a University of Calgary kinesiologist and personal trainer to help get you started the right way.
 DON’T deadlift like… Continue reading Trainer’s corner