BY SHELBY DOWNING DECEMBER 9, 2022 8 MINS READ Exercise versus Training You wake up in the morning and say, “Hmmm, what do I want to do for exercise today?” As you gaze out the window, you notice a fresh blanket of snow glistening in the sun. “It is a beautiful winter day and I […]
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BY SHELBY DOWNING DECEMBER 3, 2022 7 MINS READ Wind holds at Titcomb? Below zero temps? Western Maine is known for these conditions, but snow sport enthusiasts say, “Bring it on!” Being prepared for the most rugged weather conditions helps athletes, recreational or competitive, safely reach the greatest levels of enjoyment and performance. Hydration
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BY ADRIENNE FOSS NOVEMBER 28, 2022 5 MINS READ WILTON – Shelby Downing, owner and operator of Stand Strong Sports Performance, has dedicated her entire life to the strength and conditioning industry, and she uses her extensive knowledge and skill in the field to help train people of all shapes, sizes, and ages. Stand
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BY SHELBY DOWNING MAY 28, 2022MAY 30, 2022 4 MINS READ This article originally appeared in the Daily Bulldog A coach in the nineties didn’t have to teach a varsity high school athlete how to do a somersault, log roll, side shuffle, backpedal or safely land a jump. Today’s youth are plagued with holes in basic,
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BY AMBER SOHA APRIL 19, 2022APRIL 22, 2022 4 MINS READ FARMINGTON – Mt. Blue High School senior and athlete, Evan Downing, competed at the USA Powerlifting High School National Championships in his 82.5kg weight class and set an American Record of 556 pounds on his second attempt in the squat category. Downing competed against 46
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