Team 3DMJ Training & Fitness Mini-Camp in Portola, Ca by Jeff Alberts photos by Alberto Nunez & Brad Loomis
The minicamp started with inspirational speaking from Coach and 3DMJ's founder Jeff Alberts, who discussed the story behind 3DMUSCLEJOURNEY.COM. Coach Eric Helms spoke next. He talked in great lengths about his "Relentless Journey" during his 2009 contest season; he had many tough obstacles to overcome but endured to achieve his best condition to date. He then taught how those experiences could be applied by anyone to reach their goals and desires.
Next up was some gym-time with the coaches demonstrating various types of training, ranging from kettle bell techniques, pressing form, squatting movements and Time Under Tension (TUT). Coach Brad Loomis, who is certified as a Russian Kettle bell instructor, was overseeing the kettle bell station and delivering great instruction on proper technique. At the pressing station, Coach Eric Helms discussed the tuck, Valsalva maneuver, j curve, grip width, proper arch, foot placement, and leg drive. He also went over dumbbells and how to use them to An awesome potluck lunch followed with a variety of healthy food ranging from lean deli meats, breads, vegetables, fruits, colorful salads, and even some tasty desserts to get the participants ready for their upcoming session of HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training). While eating the incredible lunch, the participants and the coaches had the opportunity to get to know each other on a more personal level. Also, Coach Brad Loomis demonstrated his After a thorough discussion on HIIT by Coach Eric Helms, everyone was motivated to head downstairs for a challenging HIIT session. The coaches were encouraging as they put the participants through their paces using the many various types of equipment, including elliptical trainers, stationary bikes, treadmills, kettle bells and light free weights. Everyone gathered again for a final in-depth question and answer session. The Coaches were impressed as those in attendance were asking very informative questions. After the question and answer session and after a very enlightening and tiring, but terrific training camp, the day came to a close. TEAM 3DMJ would like to thank all the participants for coming out and for supporting this awesome event! TEAM 3DMJ will be planning more training camps in the near future, so stay tuned for more information! Some more shots from the 3DMJ Training Stations.
Jeff overseeing tricep pressdowns using time under tension.
Alberto advising perfect form free weight squats.
Eric instructing the dumbbell press.
Minicamp participant, Luis Burgos, executing a kettle bell swing. |
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transfer to your bench press. Coach Alberto Nunez was directing the squat station, instructing proper squatting technique and helped many of the participants with their form. Coach Jeff Alberts instructed the arm station in which he went over the TUT (time under tension) technique. TUT is a slower tempo repetition scheme in which you get more out of lighter weight by decreasing the momentum of particular movements. It is also a great tool to prevent injuries from occurring. The participants rotated through the four different stations and were able to get firsthand knowledge from all four coaches.
simple microwave cooking techniques for the fitness-fanatic on the go. He whipped up a low fat egg and cheese omelet followed by his signature low fat pumpkin cake which took less than 20 minutes to finish in total! 
