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Know Your Heart Rate ZonesWe know that cardiovascular exercise is important for weight loss; heart strength; respiratory strength etc. Do you know how long you should stay on your cardio equipment to become a healthier you? It’s really not just about time but also about how your body responds to your work load. …
Would you be disgusted if a stranger on the subway dripped his sweat on you? Of course! Do you touch the same exercise equipment a sweaty stranger just touched every time you go to the gym? Yes, you do. Lucky for you, there are a few ways to easily avoid this dilemma. Read more to find out! …
There always seem to be excuses not to workout throughout the year. In November and December, you’re in holiday mode. If you’re a parent, maybe you’re dropping your kids off at school in September and don’t have the extra time for that morning workout. During the summer, perhaps you’re traveling, staying up later, or drinking a little bit too much at those wonderful summer cookouts.
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When you first think of strength training, what image comes to mind? For most, it’s young, muscular individuals, athletes, or strength sports. However, strength training is not just for the young and agile, in fact – if you’re over 50, strength training is something you absolutely should be doing!
While most seniors practice daily walking, one study found that 40% of people over 65 do not strength train at all. Many trainers, including Casey Hewitt at Speedflex, believe that strength training for seniors has major benefits for those in their 50’s, 60’s, and even older:
Stop for a second and consider a few of the many benefits of strength training for seniors: …
Strength or resistance training is one of the most important things we can do for our muscles to keep them conditioned and ready to work. Therefore, it’s important to know if your strength training your muscles in the correct order for maximum benefit and results.
We’ve made it easy to find out. Simply answer these basic questions to find out if you’re getting the most out of your Strength Training program: …
Are You Getting the Most from Your Strength Training Routine?Read More »
As we all think about our 2016 fitness plan, being able to answer all the questions discussed in our last blog post will help you succeed! It’s important to know your fitness status and what it all means. Test yourself first and then check your answers with the ones below.
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Education is the key to success. It is important to know your numbers to succeed in any health or fitness task and you should not rely on others, such as trainers or instructors, to know them for you.
Use the Quiz below to see if you can answer all the questions regarding your fitness numbers and knowledge. It is important to know these answers to create the ‘best and healthiest’ you. If you did not know any, please comment below and we would be happy to answer them! Be sure to look for our follow up blog also containing a little extra information on how to live with a healthier version of you! Take charge of your fitness and make sure you know your stuff! …
There are so many reasons to exercise. We do it for better health- to have more quality years with those we love. We do it to get stronger and improve appearance. Some of us do it for competition, while some might just like how stylish- and comfortable- gym clothes are.
But deep down, I think it’s something bigger than all of those.
When we train, we set goals. Take running for example. Usually the first benchmark to determine your running fitness is a 5k. Then a 10k. Half marathon, followed by full marathon. Then the Iron Man. When you first set off, running for more than 5 minutes may seem impossible. But with consistent effort and commitment, you will eventually be able to hit that 5 minute mark, then a 5, 10k and so on.
Seeing the progress you make is often times the biggest motivator to keep training, and it should be. Pushing your body to do something today that it was not able to do in the past is tangible proof that your training is working. And once you start to see these results, it becomes addictive. …
We all need to exercise smart. Whether you have limited time or want to burn more calories quicker, exercising smarter is the goal. You want to make sure most of your exercises work the whole body (roughly 70%). The more muscle groups that are engaged- the higher your heart rate will be, the higher the calorie burn and the more overall strength you will gain.
Below is a list of overall body exercises you can add to any workout program. You can add these to a strength training or a cardiovascular program. …
5 Exercises To Add to Your Routine for a SMART WorkoutRead More »
We are all looking for that perfect match that allows us to increase strength (which increases metabolism) but also engages your core. This type of training is a combination of intentional training and compounding training. You are intentionally focusing on a specific muscle group as well as working as many muscle groups at one time as possible. This may sound impossible, but it is not. All you need is a Bosu Ball, one set of dumbbells, and the Jones Machine.
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Lose Weight and Gain Core Strength: A Match Made in Total Body Workout HeavenRead More »
Don’t let the size of the BodyCraft Total Training Tower (T3) fool you. It has a small footprint but is very versatile. The T3 allows you to take the same exercise and modify the angle for a different workout and an even stronger muscle. Our bodies are not like the pictures you see in the anatomy books. We have dimension and shape to each of our muscles and they can be worked in so many different ways/positions to create a stronger body. The T3 can help you simplify this mission.
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Another day at the gym. Part of you is excited to try out the new machine they just got. But secretly, part of you is dreading the crowd, the drive, that random sweat. Belonging to a gym can be a great experience for some, a place where people are collectively working towards their fitness goals. For others, gyms can be intimidating or just flat out annoying.
For those in the second category, a home gym could be a perfect solution. You’ll never have to wait in line to use it. It’s available to you at any time of day, with no drive required. If that sounds good to you, keep reading for five more reasons why a home gym would make sense for you.
Home Gym vs Gym Membership: What Suits Your Needs Best?Read More »