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Physical Therapy/Sports Performance Training/24-7 Fitness Gym
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Sports Performance Training
Adult Fitness Training
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🦇 Squatober Day 27 - Tuesday 10/27/26“Party Prepping”
10/27/2026

🦇 Squatober Day 27 - Tuesday 10/27/26
“Party Prepping”

🎃 Squatober Day 26 - Monday 10/26/26“The Stairway to STRONGville”
10/26/2026

🎃 Squatober Day 26 - Monday 10/26/26
“The Stairway to STRONGville”

🦇 🎃 Squatober Day 24 & 25- Saturday 10/24/26 & Sunday 10/25/26
10/24/2026

🦇 🎃 Squatober Day 24 & 25- Saturday 10/24/26 & Sunday 10/25/26

10/23/2026

🏋️ BACK SQUATS VS. TRAP BAR DEADLIFTS: Which is better for athletes?

Both exercises are excellent for developing lower-body strength, but they have different biomechanical demands.

🔹 Why choose the trap bar deadlift?

✅ Load positioning: The weight is positioned beside the body rather than across the upper back, often allowing a more upright torso.

✅ Muscle recruitment: Targets the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings while challenging the muscles responsible for trunk stabilization.

✅ Versatility: Can be programmed for maximal strength or explosive power development.

✅ Fatigue management: May be a practical alternative when coaches want to build strength while managing the demands of sport-specific training.

💡 So, are back squats bad? Absolutely not!

Back squats remain an excellent exercise for developing lower-body strength. Neither exercise is universally superior.

For athletes, exercise selection should consider the individual’s goals, biomechanics, training experience, and recovery demands.

The takeaway? The weight room should support athletic performance, not interfere with it.

💬 Which do you prefer: back squats or trap bar deadlifts?

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🎃 Squatober Day 23 - Friday 10/23/26“70’s BIG”
10/23/2026

🎃 Squatober Day 23 - Friday 10/23/26
“70’s BIG”

⚡ SATURDAYS ARE FOR SPEED & AGILITY! ⚡Get ready to move faster, train harder, and build confidence at The Nest! 💪🔥Our Sa...
10/22/2026

⚡ SATURDAYS ARE FOR SPEED & AGILITY! ⚡

Get ready to move faster, train harder, and build confidence at The Nest! 💪🔥

Our Saturday Speed + Agility classes are designed for elementary-aged athletes looking to improve their speed, coordination, athleticism, and overall performance!

🏃 Who: Elementary-aged athletes
📅 When: Saturdays, October 24 – November 28
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Where: The Nest

Whether your athlete is just getting started or looking to take their skills to the next level, this is the place to be! 💛🖤

🚀 Run faster. Move better. Build confidence.

🦇 Squatober Day 22 — Thursday 10/22/26“Riding WAVES”
10/22/2026

🦇 Squatober Day 22 — Thursday 10/22/26
“Riding WAVES”

🎃 Squatober Day 21 — Wednesday 10/21/26“DEAD and Breakfast”
10/22/2026

🎃 Squatober Day 21 — Wednesday 10/21/26
“DEAD and Breakfast”

🎃 Squatober Day 20 - Tuesday 10/20/26“CHICKEN Noodle Soup”
10/20/2026

🎃 Squatober Day 20 - Tuesday 10/20/26
“CHICKEN Noodle Soup”

🎃 Squatober Day 19 - Monday 10/19/26“THE REMATCH”
10/19/2026

🎃 Squatober Day 19 - Monday 10/19/26
“THE REMATCH”

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Cheney, KS
67025

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