You’ve probably heard much about isometric training. While most people can’t list examples of isometric contractions in sports off the top of their heads, athletes have always espoused the power of it. They may just refer to it as a hold, weight training or resistance training. In fact, isometrics play a huge part in most […]
Start The Decade With Cold Weather Workout Programs
Outdoor winter workout programs may not seem enticing. Yet we also see a lot of people initiate exercise as part of their new year resolution, but unfortunately it’s short lived. Cold weather is the time most people slack on their fitness goals. Cold Weather Workouts Derek Maxfield of MA-area Fitness Together and certified personal trainer, […]
How to Choose a Fitness Trainer or Coach
You may never have opted to go the fitness trainer route but you want to make sure you’re working out properly. Personally, I’ve worked with a fitness trainer and a coach. Each was for different reasons to fulfill different goals but I can tell you that it makes a difference when you have that support. […]
Understanding Fat & What You Can Do About It
We’ve all struggled with losing that fat that just seems so stubborn. We go on the right path, get results than drop off the wagon and here it all comes back again. Couple that with a slowing metabolism, loss of muscle mass as we reach the age of 40, and you’ve got a recipe for […]
Motivate Yourself To Workout – Bikini Body Guide Phase 3
Some people love to workout. Their motivation maybe driven by wanting that bikini bod. While others are motivated by the idea but unwilling to do the work. They may go for a morning run, hit the gym, and religiously stick to a fitness routine. They love doing it, the kick and drive they get out […]
Why a HIIT Workout Routine Will Change The Way You Exercise
When I was single, I loved going for runs. My feet hitting the pavement, wind in my hair, and time clearing my mind. Hours would disappear over a long weekend. It was glorious. Fast forward too many years, a mortgage, children, etc. and by the time I put on my sneakers, I’ve fallen asleep on […]
A Must Follow Diet & Exercise Plan – Bikini Body Guide Phase 2
In the first phase of the bikini body guide, you’ve built up a strong foundation. It’s now time for the core of your training. This plan begins 10 weeks out from your drop date. It has more supersets to elevate the heart rate during training to burn more fat while lifting. You’ll also have compound […]
Best Beginner Bikini Body Guide That You’ll Ever Have
Have you ever looked at pictures of fitness models and thought to yourself, I wish I could look like that?? I think most of us have at one point or another but quickly dismissed the idea as not possible. But what if I told you it is! Even if you’re new to fitness. In fact, […]
Benefits of Exercise With Your Dog
One of the benefits of exercise with your dog is that it’s more stimulating, interactive and entertaining. Of course, I am not trying to sell the idea that you should get a dog, but just like gym partners, dogs can be a great motivation to exercise, first out of necessity for their health, so you […]
5 Warmups & Cool Downs You’ll Benefit From Pre & Post Workout
We’ve all heard it time and time again…Integrating regular exercise into your life has been proven to: decrease the risk of developing certain diseases increase overall health reduce anxiety and depression and can even help you live a longer life When done regularly and correctly, exercise will boost your energy and mood and in general […]
4 Must Follow Outdoor Fitness Tips to Keep Cool in the Heat
Outdoor workouts are one of the top perks of exercising during the summer. While you can! Sounds of park boot camps, soccer games, hiking and long road-cycling excursions…can you hear the birds singing in the background to the noise of your heavy breathing?? Enjoyable to say the least! Outdoor Fitness Considerations Despite the romance you may have with […]
Weight Lifting For Women, is it Worth Your While?
Traditionally weightlifting has been thought of as a male-dominated sport. I think that is because of all the association to masculinity and strength. But I’m here to tell you that weight lifting for women is super in. For all sort of reasons. Weight Lifting For Women, is it Worth Your Time? I, and many more, […]
Pros and Cons of Cardio vs Strength Training
When we strive to look better, lose weight, tone muscles, gain more strength, we go for different programs, regimes and diet, some of them of them more successful than others. Unfortunately, there are various misconceptions concerning any and every form of exercise and it’s important to work on clearing them. Whenever you say to someone […]
