tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post4988265677699364255..comments2024-02-09T19:53:47.372+08:00Comments on Fitness Malaysia: The AnswersRajanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12849524760799149330noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-3362946611475110972010-03-16T21:55:22.557+08:002010-03-16T21:55:22.557+08:00Interesting "answers" to your questions....Interesting "answers" to your questions. <br /><br />The answer to Question 3 (lower abs/upper abs distinction myth) is spot on. The example given is apt, as the rectus abdominis (the visible abdominal muscle in front), is a single muscle. You could also mention that EMG (Electromyography) readings prove that it is impossible to activate either "upper" or "lower" sections independently. <br /><br />The answer to the second question, leaves a fair bit to be desired. What would be a better explanation would be one that differentiates flexibility with hypermobility or hyperlaxity. The examples given seem to confuse having muscular strength with joint "tightness". <br /><br />Powerlifters actually require good flexibility to achieve their lifts (again, NOT hypermobility). The bounce maneuver you describe simply is a use of the myotactic stretch reflex and the length-tension relationship. <br /><br />In the sprinter example, you say that "a little tightness in his hams and gluts can help slingshot his legs back". This is not because of lack of flexibility in the joints. Rather, this is actually part of one the body's dynamic stabilization systems known as the Deep Longitudinal Subsystem (DLS), which is key in running, walking and jumping. It would help to familiarize yourself in the various dynamic stabilization systems that exist in the human body, to better understand how movement works, rather than erroneously attribute such crucial functions to lack of flexibility.<br /><br />The answer to the first question, while getting some gist correct, seems to leave out most of the real explanation. While it may be easier to say that Type I muscle fibers recover faster than Type II muscles fibers, it is actually important to explain why this is so. A brief explanation of the energy systems involved in both fiber types would better serve to explain why rest times should be keyed to match the energy system recovery. <br /><br />I understand that an explanation of the energy systems can get lengthy, but I feel it would be better to explain in some fashion rather than leave out the real reason behind rest time programming.<br /><br />As for the hormonal effects given, it would appear that rest times, while having some effect, would be greatly overshadowed by other factors such as Time Under Tension and Intensity. A discussion of total workout duration would also be appropriate as the effects of cortisol suppression on GH production would also come into play (if hormones was truly your answer, that is).<br /><br />My apologies if this "comment" has grown rather lengthy. I only wish to correct what appears to be misunderstanding in the science involved in the answers. I hope what I've said will be of use to you and that you can further research the various topics I've very lightly touched upon.<br /><br />Best of luck in your endeavors!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-68922052946351591762010-01-30T20:09:37.126+08:002010-01-30T20:09:37.126+08:00Nizam: i didnt design the course so i dont think i...Nizam: i didnt design the course so i dont think its right to call it rajan fitness.Rajanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12849524760799149330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-47940503247485813372010-01-30T12:38:21.031+08:002010-01-30T12:38:21.031+08:00Why not call it Rajan's fitness then.Why not call it Rajan's fitness then.Nizamnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-58463107579209834222010-01-26T17:12:12.661+08:002010-01-26T17:12:12.661+08:00Good point Kasey.
Another point to add, the most ...Good point Kasey.<br /><br />Another point to add, the most important thing to me is the course content itself.<br /><br />You can package it however you want and call it something fancy and then have crap material in there. So which would you prefer? From what you just said, it looks like you are more interested in just the name, rather than the content. Go figure.Rajanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12849524760799149330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-8694869696480934132010-01-26T16:58:00.311+08:002010-01-26T16:58:00.311+08:00This comment has been removed by the author.no onehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00394915484427378594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-39710526843649521922010-01-26T01:31:32.434+08:002010-01-26T01:31:32.434+08:00Wat a joke. You cant even decide on a name for ur ...Wat a joke. You cant even decide on a name for ur so called certficate. And as usual, the ang-moh has suckered the malaysian into it bcos he now wants to name it after himself. What will the poor malaysian do... Surely he cannot be too happy abt this? You're just being used cos of ur successful blog. Kasey probably tried knocking doors in america but got turned down big time - so as usual, once again, mALaysia becomes a dumping ground for the all american reject who tries to con a poor unsuspecting malaysian.Nizamnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-12255225464805608122010-01-24T01:16:40.602+08:002010-01-24T01:16:40.602+08:00Lets discuss more when we meet tomorrow.Lets discuss more when we meet tomorrow.Rajanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12849524760799149330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-46031749943943018152010-01-23T23:14:24.914+08:002010-01-23T23:14:24.914+08:00Though after our first round of sign ups and the m...Though after our first round of sign ups and the money comes in to get it registered, the name's gonna have to stick.no onehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00394915484427378594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-35237945909882465162010-01-23T23:12:16.005+08:002010-01-23T23:12:16.005+08:00This comment has been removed by the author.no onehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00394915484427378594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-70476412073597025022010-01-21T17:34:43.229+08:002010-01-21T17:34:43.229+08:00CA: I am guessing that the lack of visibility for ...CA: I am guessing that the lack of visibility for the last 2 pecs is an issue with fat layering in that area and not because of the lack of leg raises. <br /><br />As you know, males primary fat storage is in the abdomen area... which also means it is the last place to lose fat.Rajanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12849524760799149330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-9252255242495915542010-01-21T16:57:12.037+08:002010-01-21T16:57:12.037+08:00interesting. The first two questions are definitel...interesting. The first two questions are definitely a refresher course to me. <br /><br />The third one, well, that's new. <br />Frankly, I love doing abs workout but I only do mostly crunches and sit-ups (exercises known to target the upper abs). My 4 upper pecs are visible, but lower abs are not appearing.ian yusofhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08513835329848612366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-57222566467255001792010-01-19T22:41:08.738+08:002010-01-19T22:41:08.738+08:00Aizan: thanks for taking the effort to answer. Qui...Aizan: thanks for taking the effort to answer. Quite a good try.Rajanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12849524760799149330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-45685209819974079762010-01-19T22:39:07.532+08:002010-01-19T22:39:07.532+08:00Anba: hope the explanation isn't too hard to u...Anba: hope the explanation isn't too hard to understand. Just remember the example of the string.Rajanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12849524760799149330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-66920526744065257812010-01-19T19:45:56.990+08:002010-01-19T19:45:56.990+08:00Wahh... pandai juga saya... :PWahh... pandai juga saya... :PAizan Suhairahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03658299042520353120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4090522598679611171.post-48344681466488623692010-01-19T16:49:39.999+08:002010-01-19T16:49:39.999+08:00thanx a lot for the info...lots of info ..i need t...thanx a lot for the info...lots of info ..i need to reread again to really understand the info..the one about lower ab was something new...Anbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10259852903187383626noreply@blogger.com