The first step to exercising is doing it. Don’t think about it. Do it. Oftentimes we think we need to be motivated to do something; especially if it involves physical discomfort. And exercise can hurt in a good way when performed correctly. [Read more…] about Get Your Exercise On
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Everyone can enjoy the many benefits of rolling. It is incredibly helpful in supporting muscle recovery and preventing injuries. Foam rolling is a self-myofascial release (SMR) technique used by athletes and physical therapists to aid in the recovery of muscles that may be prone to overuse. Fascia is the soft tissue part of the connective tissue in the muscle that provides support. [Read more…] about Rolling 101: Recovery and Injury Prevention for IT Bands
A fitness coach or personal trainer can help you take your health, fitness and body to the next level. The best ones know their craft, look the part and put the goals of their client first. They ask questions to learn what you want to achieve, develop an action plan for success and create a partnership with you to get there. [Read more…] about Create A Powerful Partnership Between You and Your Fitness Coach
In the last 20 years, I have spent thousands of hours in Physical Fitness facilities internationally. The facilities have been pretty diverse, ranging from gyms on military bases, 24 Hour Fitness facilities, Gold’s Gym, Sport and Country club facilities, Orange Theory gyms, Spin Studios, Dance gyms, Boutique gyms, and more. And what I recently realized is that I was never trained on etiquette until I attended ToBeRe… in Scottsdale, AZ. Sure, there have been rules such as throw away your trash and wipe down your equipment posted on a few walls. Yet, I never read a manual on the proper etiquette or what I could do to contribute to a stronger workout experience for me, the trainers and the others in the facility. [Read more…] about Contribute to a Stronger Workout Experience
For as long as I can remember, I have valued efficiency. Being efficient means achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense. One area I apply this to is my nutrition. I take what I eat seriously. I want optimal results for the hours per week that I spend working and exercising. Great nutrition is essential to this. [Read more…] about 100% Nutrition + Training + Commitment = Physical Efficiency