Cross Training Program Improves Marines Athletic MobilityMarines pride themselves on being athletic and muscular, but when the workouts they perform don't build their bodies properly for combat, Marines run the risk of suffering from preventable injuries.To help guide marines into an all around workout, Semper Fit provides a Conditioning Training Course that works all the muscles of the body, not just the main muscle groups. The course can be taken individually with a trainer, or it can be taken in groups with the help of a trainer. Eric Ramirez, the Semper Fit fitness manager, said that the main difference between an athlete and a Marine is Marines carry a combat load. Marines in a combat environment use different muscles from walking to diving for cover"than the muscles an athlete uses to run and jump. Strategic moves such as diving for cover, or jumping out of the line of fire, are moves that can be damaging to a marine's body if not trained properly in the muscle groups that allows him to move in diverse positions. This program allows those muscles to train for such tactical moves to prevent unnecessary injuries. Cross Training exercises involve sprinting jumps, high jumps, cycling, and much more to aid in working all of the muscle groups instead of the main ones. Temper Fit instructor, Ramirez explained that the dynamic exercises performed can increase power by 20 to 30 percent because all the muscles are working instead of the main muscle groups. The variety of the cross training program is to get the marines out of the normal routined workouts. 20 minutes cross training, high intensity workouts is equivalent to 45 minutes of running, says Ramirez. Its all about getting your muscles out of their comfort zones and mixing the daily routines up. "An example would be to take a Semper Cycling Class, an Aerobics class or swimming," said Ramirez. "Cross training is used to decrease overuse injuries, prevents plateau, prevents boredom and enhances an overall comprehensive operational fitness program. Marines interested in mixing up their regular routine can contact Ramirez at 577-6174. Source: MilitarySpot.com |