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The Angel Tree

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:06:02 +0000

We have an Angel Tree in our lobby! If you'd like to be a Blessing to an underprivileged child this holiday season, stop in to find out what you can leave under the tree for someone in need of a lil' Holiday lovin'!

Lemelle on Fire

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 17:55:07 +0000

High school football: Bishop McDevitt wideout Brian Lemelle tabbed player of the week

ERIC F. EPLER, The Patriot-News, Nov 12, 2012

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McD WR Brian Lemelle turned in a monster 11-catch performance against Lampeter-Strasburg Friday night. - (PN Photo)

PLAYER OF THE WEEK

Brian Lemelle, Bishop McDevitt WR

Lately, it's been a rather loud assault on the Pennsylvania record books by the prized recruit wearing No. 7 for the Blue and Gold. Lemelle, who already owns the second-best single-season mark in receiving yards, now has his sights set on the top perch in career receptions and career yards.

Aiding his cause with an 11-catch, 249-yard blitz in the District 3-AAA opener last Friday, Lemelle is a mere 8 receptions and 48 yards shy of both marks, currently owned by Allentown Central Catholic's Kevin Gulyas. Lemelle even hauled in a pair of touchdowns – his 35^th and 36^th of his career – in McD's 40-13 triumph over Lampeter-Strasburg.

HONORABLE MENTION: Brandon Kuntz, WR, Trinity; Tyler Updegraff, RB, Cumberland Valley; Cole Rickert, QB, Line Mountain; Alec Werner, QB, Bishop McDevitt; Drew Scales, RB, Central Dauphin.

Holiday Season SuperFoods

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 01:44:59 +0000

Article By: Kait Fortunato | October 16, 2012

Unfortunately, the holiday season is too often seen as a time for splurging and leniency about straying from well-balanced meal plans. Yet fall and winter are the harvest periods for many healthy fruits and vegetables.

Don't let the holidays shift your focus from fueling your body and keeping up with your athletic endeavors. Below are several superfoods that shine brightly this time of year. (Here's a Guide to Healthy Holiday Eating.)

Green Beans

Full of antioxidants, rich in carotenoids and flavonoids and a great source of vitamin C, green beans, like many vegetables, are also high in fiber and low in fat. These properties help support cardiovascular health and help reduce inflammation in the body. My favorite way to prepare fresh green beans for the holidays is roasting them in the oven with a drizzle of olive oil and salt.

Sweet Potatoes

Due to their naturally sweet taste and typical holiday preparation with sugar and marshmallows, sweet potatoes are often thought of as an unhealthy side dish. However because they're so rich in vitamin A and antioxidants, they actually reign supreme over the white potato. Unlike many other starch sides, sweet potatoes, as a lower glycemic food and a good source of fiber, actually help regulate blood sugar. To avoid making plain sweet potatoes unhealthy, just be careful how you dress them up. With their slightly sweet taste, they go perfectly with a dash of cinnamon.

Spiced Almonds

Almonds, rich in omega-3 fats, help lower cholesterol and triglycerides in the body. These healthy fats also keep you full, while serving as a great snack option between holiday meals—as long as you keep your portions in control. Also be mindful of salted nuts, because excess sodium can cause water retention and affect heart health. Try roasting raw almonds with spices such as ginger or nutmeg to add some holiday flair.

Pumpkin

Pumpkin can be deceiving with its rich, nutty taste. It seems like it would be high in calories and fat. However, pumpkin is actually a low-calorie, low-fat food, with no saturated fat or cholesterol. It's a rich source of fiber, antioxidants and vitamins A, C and E. I like to add a can of pumpkin to chili or soup to give it a thick, hearty flavor without adding cream and other high calorie ingredients. A pumpkin pie also provides more nutrients than a sugary fruit pie or custard!

Beef Tenderloin

Red meat is one of the foods you are warned to stay away from due to its potential for increasing risk of cardiovascular disease. But a lean piece of beef can actually be beneficial to your health as part of a well-rounded diet. Lean meat is a great source of protein, vitamin B12 and the minerals selenium and zinc. These nutrients have been shown to help lower the risk for certain cancers and reduce inflammation in the body. Look for a lean cut of beef, and trim the fat before cooking and serving. A good tip is to cook the meat for a long time at a low temperature to keep the flavor without the fat.

Cranberries

The deep red color of the cranberry reflects the richness of its nutrients. Cranberries contain a vast amount of phytonutrients, giving them strong antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. They are commonly known for boosting urinary and digestive tract health, as well. With their high vitamin C content, cranberries also boost the immune system. The best way to benefit from all of these beneficial properties is to eat the fruit as a whole rather than in sweetened cranberry juice or cranberry sauce.

Turkey

Turkey is lean meat high in protein and naturally low in fat. It's also a good source of folic acid B vitamins—and of selenium, which is essential for healthy function of the thyroid and immune system. Choose white meat over dark meat and remove the skin after cooking. Also, select trusted brands free of hormones and other additives.

About the Expert

Kait Fortunato - Kait Fortunato is a registered dietitian at Rebecca Bitzer & Associates, a large and experienced nutrition practice in Maryland. She focuses on individualized nutritional recommendations for athletes of all ages and activity levels, and she is an active member of the Sports Dietetic Practice Group...

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Adrienne Phillips Named Captain...AGAIN!

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 01:06:03 +0000

IGNITE's Adrienne Phillips, senior swimmer at Towson, has been selected as Team Captain...AGAIN! We are so proud of you!

Adrienne Phillips

Position:	Freestyle/Backstroke/Ind. Medley
Year:	Senior
City/State:	Mechanicsburg, Pa.
High School:	Trinity H.S.
Major:	Exercise Science

AT TOWSON: (Junior) Best time in the 200-yard butterfly was at the CAA Championships, timing a 2:05.74 result and finishing 20th ... had an outstanding 1,650-yard time at the CAAs with a 16:57.93 and finishing eighth. (Sophomore) Finished fourth in 1650-yard freestyle at 2011 CAA Championships as Tigers took top four spots ... won consolation final of 400-yard individual medley at CAA Meet ... also finished 16th in 200-yard butterfly ...(Freshman) Earned second place in 1650-yard freestyle at ECAC Championships ... also finished eighth in 200-yard butterfly with time of 2:08.82 ... named to CAA Commissioner’s List as a freshman.

Background: Earned All-American honors for the Shamrocks … two-time silver medalist in 400-yard free relay at state championships … good student who was member of National Honor Society.

Personal: Career goal is to become a trainer … lists her parents as the people she admires the most … enjoys eating, designing sneakers and buying clothes … favorite athletes are Hall of Fame basketball player Michael Jordan and Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps … favorite video game is “Mario Party” ... enjoys watching TV show “Grey’s Anatomy” … lists Johnny Depp as her favorite actor … enjoys listening to music by Basshunter … favorite meal is Chicken Alfredo from The Olive Garden … has two sisters … older sister, Elizabeth, competed for Rochester Institute of Technology swim team for two years … father is a lobbyist who graduated from Notre Dame … mother is an administrative assistant and a graduate of Albright College … daughter of Vince and Claudia Phillips … born on November 20, 1990 in Mechanicsburg, Pa. … major is Exercise Science.

3 Exercises to Prevent Upper-Crossed Syndrome

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:43:38 +0000

Article By: Bryan McCall | October 17, 2012

Many athletes suffer from upper-crossed syndrome, a forward roundingof the shoulders and back, which impairs skill technique, reduces strength and raises the risk of injury.

Tight chest and upper back muscles and weak mid-back muscles cause the poor forward posture that characterizes upper-crossed syndrome. Two of its common origins are performing excessive pressing exercises—like the Bench Press—without adequately strengthening the back; and sitting hunched over too often and for too long. (Learn how toeliminate back pain.)

When your upper body is tight, it seeks mobility somewhere else. For example, if you throw a ball with a tight chest and upper back, your shoulder may be forced to compensate and move out of its natural range of motion. Not only will you not be able to throw as hard or as accurately, it can eventually lead to a debilitating injury.

Correcting upper-crossed issues will ensure that you can throw, swing or shoot without your muscles restricting your technique. Plus, eliminating tightness and poor posture lets your muscles move through their full range of motion, which is key for maximizing strength.

Perform these three essential upper-body mobility exercises to stay mobile and prevent upper-crossed syndrome.

Quadruped Reach and Roll

Loosens muscles that extend the back, which are critical for maintaining technique when your arm is overhead for throwing or swinging.

Kneel on ground, sit hips back onto ankles and fold chest toward ground
Extend arms overhead onto ground and move head to ground
Rotate hands outward so palms face ceiling
Hold for one to two seconds
Repeat for specified reps

Sets/Reps: 2-3x8-12 each side

Bent-Knee Crossover

Improves upper-body rotation, a key ingredient for adding power to your game.

Lie on back with arms out to side
Bend right knee and hip to 90-degree angle, keeping opposite leg straight on ground
Drape right thigh across body and pull to ground with left hand
Keep right arm and shoulder on ground
Hold for one to two seconds
Repeat for specified reps
Perform on opposite side

Sets/Reps: 2-3x8-12 each side

Rotator Cuff Stretch

Releases tightness that occurs when the shoulders are rounded forward to decrease the chance of an overuse injury.

Lie on side with bottom elbow on ground and tight to side
Bend elbow to 90 degrees and allow forearm to fall naturally to ground
Push wrist to ground with opposite hand until stretch is felt
Hold for one to two seconds
Release pressure and repeat

Sets/Reps: 2-3x8-12

About the Expert

Bryan McCall - Bryan McCall, CSCS, is the performance director with the Michael Johnson Performance Training Center at SPIRE Institute in Geneva, Ohio. He has worked in the performance enhancement field for more than a decade, most recently as performance director at Champions Training Academy. McCall has also...

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Bishop McDevitt's Andre Robinson - Unselfish

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 23:56:12 +0000

IGNITE's Andre Robinson, running back at Bishop McDevitt H.S., is a team player. He has all of the physical tools to be great, but he is also humble enough to know the importance of being a team player. Hear what Bishop McDevitt's head coach has to say about Andre:

TRX Classes COMING SOON

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 23:37:04 +0000

photo courtesy of http://www.trxtraining.com

Hello From Atlanta

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Hello from Atlanta!
I realize that I haven't written a blog in quite some time, but I am going to get back into it because Atlanta is getting quite exciting.

I spent the last 6 months training 25+ NFL players preparing them for the 2011 NFL season. In one recent Falcons game I counted 9 starters on the field who had chosen to train with me! 2 of them were Pro Bowlers.

There is some big news coming soon. You'll notice some changes to the website, and I'll be sure to send an alert when they happen. For now, you'll just have to wait.

To all of my friends up at the IGNITE location in Pennsylvania, keep working hard. Matt tells me all about the great work you are doing up there. I am really excited to see you soon. I read this quote the other day and thought of all of you up there:

"Do or do not. There is no try." ~Yoda

I'll see you soon,
Jim

Adrienne Phillips

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Congratulations to Adrienne Phillps for verbally committing to Townson University. Adrienne will be receiving a scholarship to swim the Backstroke, 500 Free, the 200 IM and possibly some other events. Adrienne does her strength training, agility training, core training and nutritional counseling at IGNITE and she swims for the WSY under Coach Mike Gobrecht. Adrienne is one of IGNITE's hardest working athletes!!!! CONGRATULATIONS ADRIENNE!!!!

Thank You!

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000

I want to sincerely thank everyone who made it to the game in Philadelphia this past weekend. It was great to see all of you and I appreciate all of you coming to the game to support me! I hope everyone had a great time! See you soon.

Many Blessings,

Coy

Brooks Black has a great game against New Oxford

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Brooks Black had an excellent game against New Oxford on Thursday. In the game Brooks had 10 tackles and a forced fumble from his defensive tackle position. In addition to this he had a punt block on special teams. Great job Brooks keep up the good work.

To the IGNITE Athletes

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Jim has been keeping me informed on the progress of all of our athletes through their fall seasons. He has stated many times that you all have been working hard and excelling on and off the field. Keep up the good work on the athletic field and in the class room. I cant wait to see a bunch of you guys in Philadelphia this weekend when you come down for the game! I will see the rest of you after the season!

Many Blessings,

Coy

John McCargo Traded to the Indianapolis Colts.

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000

John McCargo has been traded to the Indianapolis Colts. He is expected to immediately step in and make an impact on the team.

Jarek Balkovic

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Check out this video of Jarek Balkovic. Jarek is one of our motocross athletes that trains with us at IGNITE.

http://www.loopd.com/Members/dunlop/Videos.aspx?resourceId=89c7d280-b67d-4fff-88d0-5ccd8cc099e3

Coy Wire - Starting Linebacker!

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Coy started at Linebacker on Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Coy had the opportunity to play against Tank Tyler, an IGNITE client. Tank also started Sunday's game.

Bryton Barr

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000

"I can say with certainty that there is not another athlete in the

entire nation that works harder than Bryton Barr.

It is going to be fun to watch him continue to accel in this world."

- Coy Wire

Two-time All-State selection ... honored as Keystone Conference Defensive Player of the Year as a junior and senior...

four-year starter at linebacker for the Wildcats who made 504 tackles in career ... two-year team captain for

Coach Chris Hakel ... also forced 20 fumbles in his career ... had six career interceptions ...

three-time all-conference selection ... led team with 154 tackles as a senior ... also had 175 tackles as a junior ...

chosen to play in the Big 33 all-star game ... also played tight end for the Wildcats and scored 24 touchdowns

in career ... had 1,500 receiving yards in career ... two-time team MVP ... honor roll student ...

PERSONAL:Has one older brother ... has done volunteer work with Special Olympics ...

favorite NFL team is the Atlanta Falcons ... lists defensive back Shann Schilinger of Atlanta as his favorite NFL player

... had summer job as landscaper ... lists “Tuesdays With Morrie” as his favorite book ...

favorite movie is “The Book Of Eli” ... favorite actor is Denzel Washington ...enjoys eating steak ... enjoys music

by John Mayer ... father is a graduate of Columbus College who played college baseball ... father is a realtor ...

mother is a food service supervisor ... son of Terry and Quinn Barr ... born on February 6, 1994 in Harrisburg, Pa.

Corto and the Buffalo Bills against the Detroit Lions

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Corto had a solid game on special teams today against the Detroit Lions. He had a key block that sprung Roscoe Parrish for a touchdown on a punt return. Jon also had a forced fumble that was recovered by the Bills.

Article on Corto

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Check out this article on Corto. It was on profootballtalk.com
The link is http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20080903/SPORTS03/809030319/1021/sports03

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Congratulations to our professional clients! Coy Wire, John McCargo, Jon Corto and Tank Tyler all made the 53 man roster!!!! Tank will be the starting Defensive Tackle on Sunday when the Chiefs open up their season.
Congratulations guys, all of the hard work over the summer paid off!!!!!

ESPN THE MAGAZINE (again)

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0000

I found a different version of the article that was published in ESPN The Magazine. This one is a little more complete. Check it out at this site...
http://sports.espn.go.com/espnmag/story?id=3512774 Let me know what you think!!!