Flexibility, if not specifically exercised, is one of the first physical abilities we lose as we age. I've heard so many friends and family laugh off their inflexibility. It's entertaining to watch an inflexible young person (mostly because they have plenty of time to regain and retain flexibility) not so funny for middle agers -- when one wrong move can set you back weeks. This blog was inspired by the young and inflexible but certainly applies to all.
Diversity is a word that I often don’t hear much when it comes to workouts, yet more a word that seems to be used with race or foods that one consumes.
Hello, I am Natalie.Yes, I am a real person. I am often asked by people through phone and email, "Are you a real person?" Yes, of course, I choose to use my logo for the profile page which is on my business attire, business letterhead and business cards.
Proper form is so important when doing an exercise program because it keeps you injury free and will help you to get the most out of each movement. I see so many people in the gym doing exercises without the right form. When you you’re not using proper form during a workout program you will see minimal results and a possible injury. Common problems with form
February 26th launches Eating Disorder Awareness Week. In honor of this, I would like to encourage all in the health and fitness industry to research on this topic. I know first hand, the devastating effects of this illness and have been victim of the ignorance that surrounds this issue.
In this entry, I want to discuss tricep training. What most clients don't realize is that the triceps are the majority part of the arm. So a lot of my clients who are looking to build arm size, should not just be training biceps all day, but need to emphasize tricep work as well. When training the triceps, it's very important to keep the elbows locked. When bringing up the weight, try to bring up the weight at a 90 degree angle and not too high.
One of the best tips I can offer as a personal trainer up over 15 years, used to keep a food or dietary Journal. As we all know, diet or nutrition is the most critical part of any fitness plan. You can work out all you want, but if your diet is not in check you will never obtain the results you are looking for.
Yes, it's almost New Year's, but are you ready? Is this going to be the year you achieve your New Year's resolution? Well, if this is the year, then as a personal trainer of over 15 years, I'm going to give you some advice to help you out.
