This is a question a lot of us trainers get. Understandably people want to maximize their efforts when working out, and they want to know if a certain order of cardio of weight training will burn the most calories. However, there is no universal simple answer to this question, and many trainers have opposing views … Continue reading
Well, this post is directly in line with the reason I have not written for awhile. I have been “away” from this blog b/c I am preparing for my Fitness Nutrition Specialist Exam as well as teaching many more classes than usual. I have been having a great time teaching and learning, but have really … Continue reading
I must be honest that over the years I have not devoted much of my workout time to yoga. I like to train hard, sweat, get my heart rate up and feel some soreness the next day. After taking some good yoga classes, I realized that you can feel all of those things after a … Continue reading
Welcome Julian Hooks who has written today’s guest post about some reminders for us in case your new year’s fitness plans have lost their motivation. There are some really great reasons to see your goal to the end! In this hectic world, who has time to workout, right? Between doing your job, spending time with … Continue reading
When it comes to strength training and women adding muscle there a lot of myths and fear (yes fear) out there. Myths may be obvious but what “fear” you say? Although guys usually revel in the idea of large muscles and “hulking up”, we ladies tend to steer away from those images of ourselves.This “fear” … Continue reading
Finding it hard to wind down and relax your mind and body before going to sleep? Today’s guest writer Adrienne Erin outlines some simple yoga moves that will help you relax and get to sleep more easily. 3 Yoga Poses to Do Before Bed Yoga is a relaxing exercise no matter what the time of day. … Continue reading
Sounds ridiculous right? Actually it’s not as crazy as you think. Read on to see why. As a matter of fact, I am wearing the tape right now! If you are not sure what tape I am referring to, you may remember seeing the Olympic athletes wearing this brightly colored tape on various parts of … Continue reading
Aah the age old question….Should you focus on your eating habits or just exercise away that brownie? Some recent pew research gave the following statistics about our exercise and dieting habits: 34% of people neither diet or exercise 17% diet and exercise 8% only diet 40% only exercise Since I love a good list … Continue reading
Ok after I read the headline that Tracy Anderson (a respected trainer to the stars in case you weren’t sure) claims spinning will not necessarily lead to weight loss and might even bulk up your thighs I had to research and weigh in. I love to spin! I teach/take 3 spin classes a week, and … Continue reading
You may have heard that flat abs are made in the kitchen, and strong abs are made in the gym. This is some of the best and most accurate fitness advice I have ever heard. For me, eating well takes more effort than getting a workout in at the gym. It may not be that … Continue reading
