Here are what some of the player’s favorite poses are:

Antrel Rolle
Facedown Shoulder Opener: “This pose opens the chest, the front of the deltoids (shoulders) and stretches the biceps,” Lawrence says. “Stretching the shoulders is important for a lot of the players, and this poses works on all the muscles that surround the joint, which will strengthen the joint.”

Ahmad Bradshaw
Plank pose with wrists turned: Plank pose requires players to point their fingers down to 6 o’clock instead of the usual 12 o’clock to open up the wrists. “This is essential for core strength, and it’s great to help wrists absorb shock, which is important not only for linemen who are pushing, but also for a receiver who’s going to fall hard on his wrists,” she said.

Victor Cruz
Hero pose with toes tucked under: “Tuck your toes under in heroes pose to stretch the Achilles tendon, calf, and foot,” she said. “This will help build supple, flexible ankles and help prevent foot pain.”

Hakeem Nicks
Frog pose: “This poses stretches the groin and inner thighs,” Lawrence said. “When I do it with the Giants, it’s a 5-to-10 minute pose. It’s important to remember that your flexibility won’t improve unless you push yourself.”

Eli Manning
Pigeon pose: The classic hip-opening pose, pigeon pose is a valuable stretch for any exerciser. “Studies show that the more open and flexible the hips are, the less stress you put on the body’s weakest joint — the knee,” Lawrence said.

Pretty cool stuff, huh? Ask at the front desk for the times and the style of yoga each of our classes have to offer.

When I went in search of a new gym, I had only one criterion: to include my family, especially my young son.

Other gyms said flat out “no” because of his age.

Walking into Powerhouse I had no other expectations. My first surprise was at the front desk. I had not been smiled at, never mind greeted so warmly by any other staff anywhere! They not only accepted my son as a member, they set him up with his free training session!

I immediately thought “if they treat him less than professionally, (we’re) out of here!” Pete was fantastic! He treated him like an equal. He spoke directly to him, not ‘at’ him and at the same time addressed me to assure me of (my son’s) safety using the equipment and participating in his own personal “fitness program”. My son was sold, as was I!

Since we’ve joined, I’ve found everyone to be very professional and always courteous, even to my son. Again, that was paramount for us. I don’t need a lot from the gym. I like to get direction. I like to get help if I need it or ask for it. What should be a given, common courtesy and respect, unfortunately is NOT the norm in many gyms.

When I have staff like Patty asking me about my Mom, “How is she, when is she coming in? Tell her I asked about her” just in passing ……. Well, that’s special. I guess I like special.

Thank you, Powerhouse, for welcoming my family and I.

Thanks Martha.

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All are invited to help us celebrate our 30th Anniversary! Join us on Sept. 21st, Wednesday at 5:00 – 7:30 pm for our Annual Member Appreciation Picnic.

Pete Thody, our Personal Trainer, challenges you to an obstacle course contest. There will be special prizes for the winners to be announced that day.

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Offer runs till 8/31/11.

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