Alain Cummings Fitness

Playing around with transitions from lateral traveling ape through a full scorpion and working toward symmetry. #AnimalFlow #calisthenics #dailyhabits #dailyroutines #bodyweightexercise #bodyweightworkout #atomichabits #tinyhabits #lifestyle #dailymovement

I have been enjoying Bret Contreras Glute Lab this week. So much insight on training the gluteals, (max, medius, minimus) along with science backed knowledge on muscle development and function for the whole body. This is the go to resource if you are looking to improve training on your back side. ... @bretcontreras1 #glutelab #glutetraining #gluteworkouts #bretcontreras #lifelonglearning #personaltrainerscarborough #getstrong #getshredded #buildmuscle #glutes #GYMFacility #gymcommunity

This smoothie would be enough to force my body to start using carbs for fuel instead of ketones. It is full of great nutrition, it is a great start to the day. In my case it's not a good fit, since I plan to fast for another 6 or 7 hours. ... The cup in front of me has loads of greens and some berries and banana. All these ingredients are carbohydrates and so since I am trying to condense my meal timing it is not a good fit for me at 7:15 in the morning. It would have been a great option for me, as part of a meal that also has a protein source of 20g or more in 6 hours, but not now. There are lots of different effective approaches to great nutrition and lifestyle choices. The key is to find an approach that works for you and you can keep doing forever. Yes. Forever. #wholefood #smoothie #wellness #dailyroutines #lifestylecoach #nutrition #healthychoices #personaltrainer #eatvegetables #intermittentfasting #keto #ketones

I'm really feeling inspired by this book from @chasejarvis . I don't consider myself the most artistic person in the World. Mr. Jarvis' book has helped me to appreciate my personal capacity as a creator. How to help nurture that part of me, and allow me to find more fulfillment in my role as a fitness professional. ... The book goes into great detail and helps to articulate a blueprint for anyone who would like to create and build skills of creativity into their lives. #creativecalling #dailyrituals #entrepreneur #fitnessprofessional #healthcoach #wellness #lifelonglearning #professionaldevelopment #greatread #learnsomethingnew #findyourpassion #buildcommunity #gymcommunity

There is a "safe space" for everyone who is trying to improve themselves. This safe space allows you to challenge yourself in ways you would choose not to if you were otherwise feeling unsafe. My basement is where I like to explore Animal Flow, one of my favourite types of exercise. The basement gives me a chance to draft and polish my movement. In the process, I can expand my movement comfort zone, and hopefully, improve my fitness and health. ... Where is your safe space? You don't actually have to answer. It may serve you to think about it. #gymcommunity #GYMfacility #scarboroughfitness #torontofitness #personaltrainertoronto #personaltrainerscarborough #movementcoach #fullbodyworkout #calisthenics #bodyweightexercise #agilitytraining #athletedevelopment #mobilitytraining

Yes. This is so much fun. Can exercise be playful? Yes. ... In exercise that is playful all you have to do is raise the challenge bar of your play to something slightly beyond your current capacity, balance the movement for symmetry, take note of any risks for injury. #funfitness #calisthenics #idoportal #multiplanarexercise #chinup #mmaconditioning #fitdad #functionalfitness #getstrong #corestrength #abworkout #GYMFacility

Exercise with the intention of being healthier can take on many forms. When choosing an option that suits you, answer these questions to guide your path. Is it safe? ... Is it challenging? Will it serve my fitness, wellness, or health goals? In Finn's case rotating the tire 180 degrees 3 times in both directions answers a "Yes" to all 3 questions. #functionalfitness #minimumeffectivedose #coreworkout #naturalmovement #GrowYourMusclesFacility #getshredded #getstrong #resilience #personaltrainerscarborough #personaltrainertoronto

I got this mat about a month ago to help me with my at-home workouts. I think of it like a yoga mat with adjustments made to help me have awareness on my progress and my vectors of movement. Some features that I find useful in the @tygermat.us : Numbered lines the full length of the mat. Helps me track my progression in calisthenic efforts, and with suspension trainers.... 3 dots along the width, dividing the mat into 5 columns. Very good traction and thick. I have found it very useful to stay focused during my home workouts. . . #versatileequipment #fitnessmat #calisthenics #trx #suspensiontrainer #ifyouarenotassessingyouareguessing #earnyourbetter #gymcommunity #GYMFacility #personaltrainerscarborough #personaltrainertoronto

I am finding that the realities of staying home are encouraging me to explore new approaches to wellness, and health. Qigong is helping me to focus on my breath work while moving with intention. #qigong #leeholden #calisthenics #selfimprovement #breathwork #energywork #gymcommunity #GYMfacility #mindfulness #meditation #personaltrainerscarborough #personaltrainertoronto #movementawareness

B = M + A + P BJ Fogg argues that the primary driver of Behaviour change comes a manipulation of three variables. ... The book goes into great detail on how to manage Motivation, Ability, and a Prompt. Loved this book and it had impacted my life significantly. I finished reading the book about 3 weeks ago and I haven't played video games for over a month. I have replaced that behaviour with more more fulfilling activities instead. Thanks @bjfogg . . #tinyhabits #healthyroutines #moveeveryday #wellness #lifestylehacks #biohack #lifelonglearning #personaltrainertoronto #personaltrainerscarborough #fitlife

I have been enjoying Bret Contreras Glute Lab this week. So much insight on training the gluteals, (max, medius, minimus) along with science backed knowledge on muscle development and function for the whole body. This is the go to resource if you are looking to improve training on your back side. ... @bretcontreras1 #glutelab #glutetraining #gluteworkouts #bretcontreras #lifelonglearning #personaltrainerscarborough #getstrong #getshredded #buildmuscle #glutes #GYMFacility #gymcommunity

There are lots of different ways to challenge your core and several variables to think about when working any muscle. For my clients I find the most significant variables to consider when looking for results should follow this order. 1. Exercise consistently. The outcomes you are looking to see will come from efforts that you are applying every week. They will not come from efforts that occur when you happen to be motivated. So try to make the workouts fun, easy to acc...ess, and celebrate every time you finish the workout. 2. Challenging Exercise. The movements should exceed the scope of what you would do on a daily basis outside of the gym. Your body needs stimulus to change, so that means doing a bit more then when you are living your everyday life. 3. Find variety in movement. Change the variables of your exercise approach. (Intensity, volume, direction, body orientation, rest period, time under tension, etc). Have a great Monday!! #abworkout #coreworkout #movementcoachtoronto #personaltrainertoronto #fatlosstoronto #getshredded #getstrong #calisthenics #absaremadeinthekitchen

Loving the @the.shinobi.village . A proper playground for people of all ability levels in Scarborough. We only get old when we forget how to play. #parkour #freerunning #freerun #indoorplayground #parkourscarborough #parkourtoronto #freeruntoronto

Steel club rotational work is a great option to help stabilize the shoulder in preparation for any type of striking, swinging, or throwing motion. While working through a variety of different vectors, the exercises will also challenge a person's core. Because of the risk with the steel club, earn your speed as you master the movement. Slamming a 10lb steel club into your body is never fun.... #steelclub #unconventionaltraining #onnit #shoulderworkout #shoulderpump #bulletproofyourbody #trainforresilience #getfit #getstrong #getshredded #coreworkout #gymcommunity #GYMFacility #personaltrainertoronto #personaltrainerscarborough

This smoothie would be enough to force my body to start using carbs for fuel instead of ketones. It is full of great nutrition, it is a great start to the day. In my case it's not a good fit, since I plan to fast for another 6 or 7 hours. ... The cup in front of me has loads of greens and some berries and banana. All these ingredients are carbohydrates and so since I am trying to condense my meal timing it is not a good fit for me at 7:15 in the morning. It would have been a great option for me, as part of a meal that also has a protein source of 20g or more in 6 hours, but not now. There are lots of different effective approaches to great nutrition and lifestyle choices. The key is to find an approach that works for you and you can keep doing forever. Yes. Forever. #wholefood #smoothie #wellness #dailyroutines #lifestylecoach #nutrition #healthychoices #personaltrainer #eatvegetables #intermittentfasting #keto #ketones