Improve Your Fitness Results
Busting Bad Fitness Habits You may be exercising regularly, but if you aren’t seeing the results you want, it may because of some bad fitness habits that you need to break! Bad Habit: Not Doing A Warm Up or Cool Down Sometimes you need to start slow to move fast. What that means is this: When you do a warm up, you increase your blood flow, which minimizes the lactic acid in the muscles, which increases the overall performance of the workout. Synovial fluid is released into the joints which allows for increased elasticity in the muscles and increased flexibility for the tendons and ligaments. Cool downs are also important since it allows your heart rate to return back to a normal rate. If you have a super intense workout and immediately stop – without a cool down – then you are at risk for serious...
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GMO Labeling Laws
It’s safe to say that those who are educated about Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), they don’t want it in their food supply. More and more people are learning more about about GMOs and avoiding them by eating local and organic food. Check out this infographic explaining how people feel about GMOs and the current laws surrounding Genetically Modified food. As you can see, major food companies are against GMO Labeling. Feel free to follow us, however you...
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How To Do The Perfect Push-Up
A big part of being a certified personal trainer is to spot incorrect exercise form and make the necessary corrections to prevent injury and maximize exercise efficiency with our clients. When I go to the gym, I see a lot of people doing the push-up incorrectly. Folks, it’s time to learn how to do the push-up correctly. How To Do The Perfect Push-Up In addition to having correct form during the exercise, it’s important to maintain a 4-2-1 tempo. This means that you go down slowly for 4 seconds, hold for two seconds, and then go back up in 1 second. Too many people will just go up and down as quickly as possible, which results in horrible form (usually) and doesn’t maximize the benefit of the exercise! Check out the video below to learn how to have proper...
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Gym Loving Shirts & Sweatshirts!
Check out our shirts and sweaters that show your commitment to your favorite gym! I’d Rather Be At The GYM Yeah, me too. Go ahead and find this design here on all of your favorite shirts, sweaters, etc. My Girlfriend is at the GYM Guys…you’re welcome. Find this “My Girlfriend is at the GYM” design on all of your favorite shirts, sweatshirts, and hoodies. Gymaholic Yes, I love going to the gym. No, I don’t want/need help. You will find our “Gymaholic” design on a variety of products in red text, blue text, and black text. My boyfriend’s name is GYM I totally love this design! Don’t you?! Go ahead and discover all of our products with the “My boyfriend’s name is GYM” design on it! Gym Junkie Are you one of those people who go the gym more than just January...
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Eat To Meet Long Term Goals
Food is fuel. You put the right food into your body more often than not, and your body will function properly – the way it was built to do. However, if you eat too much junk – to satisfy your cravings – you are much more likely to experience undesired results, such as obesity or more frequent illnesses. “Eat to meet long term goals, not short term satisfaction.” Someone once told me that eating cake would last a few minutes, but the extra fat on her body could last months – or longer. When you put it in perspective like that, the short term satisfaction just isn’t worth it. I am not willing to risk my overall health for just a few moments…are you? Of course, we all crave something sweet now and again. I get it. My advice?...
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The Science of Weight Loss
It’s almost January, which means most people are going to start trying to lose weight as their New Year Resolution. Check out this infographic, The Science of Weight Loss, which shows the most effective forms of weight loss, how to lose weight and keep it off, how to measure body fat and muscle, and how to determine the difference between science and diet fads. If you need help with obtaining a healthy weight loss program, check out our weight loss articles to help you get started on the path to long-term changes to provide you with long-lasting results. Feel free to follow us, however you...
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Mustard Crusted Salmon with Roasted Asparagus
Food Friday I am always looking for new ideas for dinner. This delicious salmon recipe is brought to you by cookeatpaleo.com and it so simple to make and very healthy. I personally like to keep my dinners light – usually meat and vegetables – so this dinner was perfect for my needs. Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets 8 ounces asparagus 1 tablespoon garlic infused olive oil salt & freshly ground pepper to taste 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard, to taste lemon slices Check out the original recipe for full instructions! Feel free to follow us, however you...
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Three Months From Now
Three months from now… When you think about giving up…imagine where you could be in three months if you don’t…still want to quit? I thought this was a powerful thought. Three months is going to come and go. We can either be three months closer to our goal, or we can be exactly where we are right now, but in three months. The choice is ours! Yes, we all have that choice. Whether it’s a health goal or financial goal (or any goal!), you can remain the same or make progress. Again, the choice is yours. Feel free to follow us, however you...
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