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hofML Health & Performance

Rick Garcia

  • hofML standup paddleboarding session on California’s Dragon Lake!

    Grateful for 2024 and all the amazing sessions it delivered!

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  • Advanced Swimmer | Dynamically Integrated Ball Work:

    Inspired by Sports Science Lab  The Swimmer strengthens the posterior chain, improves posture, and enhances shoulder mobility, reducing injury risk. It also boosts coordination and supports functional strength in the shoulders and back. Great for improving shoulder mobility and strength in sports that involve throwing.

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  • Cronometer: Your Gut Health Journal

    Have you ever practiced journaling to reduce stress, boost mood, or improve mindfulness? Now, imagine applying that same principle to your nutrition. With Cronometer, you can “journal” your way to better digestive health, more energy, and improved mental and physical performance. This free tool helps you track your macronutrient and micronutrient intake and provides daily…

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  • V-Ups Progression | Looking to Find Balance?

    V-Ups Progression | Looking to Find Balance? The added instability of this variation amplifies the challenge, boosting core engagement, improving balance and stability, and activating supporting muscles like the hip flexors, glutes, lower back, and upper body. By emphasizing proper alignment and maintaining strong posture throughout, this exercise serves as an excellent progression from traditional…

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  • How Do You Like Your Honey?

    In my quest to find digestible carbohydrates that could fuel my physical performance, help me regain my ability to ride, minimize digestive inflammation, and support extinguishing autoimmune responses, I found one of these sources to be raw honey. Health Benefits of Raw Honey: ➡️ Rich in Antioxidants➡️ Essential Nutrients➡️ Soothes Digestion➡️ Prebiotic➡️ Antibacterial and Antifungal➡️…

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  • Addressing Harmful Ingredients, Mycotoxins, & Environmental Hazards

    If we truly want to support our children and reduce the risk of autoimmune issues and other health concerns, we must proactively identify and address harmful substances and environmental toxins. Taking action and being part of the solution is essential. Part of my approach to health, nutrition, and lifestyle emphasizes closely examining the ingredients in…

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  • Trainer Aria G: The Bulgarian Split Squat! | A Progression for All Levels

    Looking to improve strength, mobility, balance, and more?Incorporating the Bulgarian Split Squat into your exercise routine can lead to noticeable improvements in all these areas! This exercise is accessible to individuals at various fitness levels and requires minimal equipment. You can progress through different stages, starting with bodyweight-only, and then using exercise balls, balance equipment…

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  • Sessions | Central Coast Pump Tracks

    Objective:Skate three pump tracks in one day, four within the week. Let Aria ride the pump tracks and explore the surrounding playgrounds. Observe the skills she’s practicing as she learns, then offer coaching to help her progress. Life is good! Would you like to introduce your kids to fun parks?   On a roll—keep them STOKED!!

  • Grab Matters Patreon Page Slingshot Volt Giveaway!

    Grab Matters, a rider-owned and operated podcast, features professional wakeboarders and industry insiders sharing experiences from their careers. Through its Patreon, members gain access to exclusive content, conversations, and giveaways. I recently entered their contest to win a free board, and I was stoked to find out I won! Check out the podcast if you…

  • Stability Training

    Aria watched me train with @rewirehp and gradually re-build my step count from 2,500 to over 20,000 a day. When she asked, ‘Dad, can you teach me some exercises that helped you relearn how to skate transitions, ride rails, and hit kickers on your wakeboard again?’ my answer was simple: ‘There’s nothing I’d rather do!’…

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