Didn't have time to hit the gym today? Think it's too late to get your heart pumping? WRONG! Here is the TV Watchers workout compliments of ediets.com. "If you can better utilize your time and knock out watching your favorite show and getting exercisein the same hour, why wouldn't you do … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2008
Fit Term – “Skinny Fat”
If you aren't familiar with the term "Skinny Fat;" don't worry, most people aren't! This is a term that trainers use to describe skinny people with high body fat. Trainers administer hundreds of body fat tests over the years. To us (as trainers), you are ONLY as healthy as your body fat … [Read more...]
Inspire Yourself To Live A Healthy Life
The holidays are rough. Looking around the gym; it's obvious that people aren't coming. Not only are they not coming; they are eating more. In the fitness industry; we call the weight gain "the season 7." In reality, the average weight gain can be between 5 to 15 pounds (OUCH!). Here are … [Read more...]
Get Skinny Fast For Your Holiday Party!
Chances are, you have a Christmas party coming up, and it's coming up FAST! If you haven't been hitting the gym as hard as you should, then there are a few tips that can help you lose some excess water weight before your big event! Dreaming of wearing a little black dress to a holiday … [Read more...]
Fitness Gifts For Under 50
Not sure what to buy your gym bunny for Christmas? Check out these gifts for $50 and under. Courtesy of Yoga-Syz Yoga-Paws No, these aren’t for dogs. They’re essentially mini yoga mats that are worn on a person’s hands and feet. Consider a … [Read more...]
Perfect Pull-up Installation Review
In the past, I wrote an article on the perfect pull-up. I have received hundreds of questions based on the installation of the product. So here are your questions answered from fit tip daily... Question: How do you install the Perfect Pull up? (click on the pictures to … [Read more...]
Heidi Klum’s Secret To Staying Thin
When you think of Heidi Klum; you think model, wife to Seal, "Project Runway," and Victoria Secret. All of these ventures are both stressful and demanding. Yet, Heidi always seems to be in the best of shape. So what is Heidi's secret? Heidi Klum's secret to staying slim is … [Read more...]
FIT TIP- Change Your Perception Of Exercise And Nutrition
Many people start working out either to look better, or for health reasons. Very few people do it for internal reasons. SO what's your reason for working out?? Is it so you can "eat whatever you want, look better in your jeans, and attract a mate; then you might reconsider why you are … [Read more...]
Jennifer Lopez To Launch Fitness Line
Not one to ever slow down, Jennifer Lopezhas announced that she will be launching a line of fitness wear. Jennifer says the launch of the workout clothing line is in an effort to boost her own effort to get back in shape after her pregnancy and get back that fabulous pre-baby body! The line … [Read more...]
10 Most Common Gym Mistakes
Sometimes it's almost painful to watch people do their routines at the gym. There are so many people doing things wrong. However, not everyone wants your advice. If you want to maximize your results, then you must minimize your mistakes. The American Council on Exercise (ACE) recently … [Read more...]
Think You Have The “Fat Gene”? Learn How To Fight It!
In my line of work; they tell trainers that there is no such thing as the "Fat Gene." However, I DO believe that genetics plays a huge role in how difficult it is to shed weight and keep it off. According to an article written by MSNBC; it takes 3-4 hours of physical activity per day … [Read more...]
A New Twist On An Old Exercise – Ball Chest Press
Many people will do the same exercises over and over. To burn more calories in an instant you must mix up your routine. I always tell my clients "if you keep your routine the same, then your body will stay the same." Variation is the key to change! This basic move known as the Dumbbell … [Read more...]
