What is Functional Exercise

Paul Chek Here at the C.H.E.K Institute, an exercise can only be considered functional if it fulfills the following criteria: Comparable reflex profile (Righting and Equilibrium reflexes) When moving across any object, stable (earth) or unstable (surf board), the body...

SWISS BALLS, EXERCISE BALL

By Paul Chek, HHP, NMT Founder, C.H.E.K. Institute                                    Buy a Swiss BAll Although relatively new to the fitness industry, Swiss Balls have been used in rehabilitation for nearly 40 years. These large, inflatable balls are now being used...

Why Walking is Healthy for Your Body

Did you know that walking, a feat most of us mastered as babies is very healthy for your body? Not just in terms of physical health, but walking is also excellent for your mental health.   Walking is considered to be one of the easiest exercises in terms of the...