We all do it at times; we lose mental focus while training. Even the most seasoned lifters sometimes find their minds wandering or realize they’re just going through the motions in the gym. But what a lot of people don’t realize is that by really concentrating on the act of lifting they could be getting […]
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So, it turns out that the buddy system isn’t just for little kids crossing the street. This week I’m discussing how training with a partner can be a great idea and can help you get into shape faster. But there are some important things we need to consider to make sure you and your partner
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As we all know, January is the time when people tend to set resolutions for the New Year, and fitness just so happens to be the number one goal. But, so many times, people’s enthusiasm wanes after the first few months. Let’s talk about this, guys… all the craziness in the gym in January may
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Over-training (OT) is going beyond the natural physical limitations of one’s body by training too much or too intensely. It can develop when the physical and emotional stresses placed upon an individual are greater than the coping and repair resources. Too much exercise can be stressful on all of the body systems. OT can result
In this week’s blog I am going to discuss the importance of completing a fitness assessment and a body composition test in order to create personalized fitness programs best suited for each individual. Assessments are vital for so many reasons, and it always boggles my mind when coaches or trainers offer diet and training programs
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When to do cardio? This is an age-old question that we will turn to in this week’s blog post. In at nutshell, and to set the record straight, the short answer is “ it depends.” Not so helpful, I know… In general, there are three main times when people do cardio training; post workout, pre
When anyone embarks on a health and fitness regime, it’s always necessary to make some dietary changes. Everything in moderation of course! Alcohol is certainly an exception to this. Sure, we all enjoy an occasional splash of rouge or a cocktail, but it’s important to understand how harmful alcohol can be to your physique if
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