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Blow Some Stink off With Exercise

Posted: 04/10/2013

How much stress do you feel on a regular basis?  According to some statistics, 77% of us feel the physical effects of stress on a regular basis in the form of headaches, insomnia, anxiety, muscle aches and pains, crankiness and that annoying, fuzzy-headed feeling that makes it hard to think straight, much less make important life decisions. 

We can't always get away from stressful situations, but there is one simple thing you can do to burn off that tension and blow some stink off:  Move your body.

Introducing Our Vimeo Videos

Posted: 03/11/2013

Hi everyone. Just a quick note to let you know we recently set up an account with Vimeo and are adding new videos as often as possible.  Below are some links you can follow and we hope that will you will check them out and follow us on Vimeo! Here ya go:

Our main page: https://vimeo.com/ftcolumbus

Annette's story: https://vimeo.com/60460882

We are not a Gimmick: https://vimeo.com/60462534

Daytime Columbus: https://vimeo.com/60507552

One Client - One Trainer - One Goal: https://vimeo.com/60462965

Take Ten: Need-to-Know Dont's About Hydration

Posted: 03/01/2013

1. Don't be average Research suggests that the average person does not consume enough fluids to be adequately hydrated. In fact, even people who exercise regularly often aren't properly hydrated before they work out, a situation that exacerbates their exposure to the health risks associated with dehydration.2. Don't ignore the odds The potential consequences for exercisers of...

Why New Year's Resolutions Fail

Posted: 01/09/2012

 As New Year’s resolutions gain popularity this time of year, many jump on the bandwagon of losing weight, getting fit and living a healthier lifestyle. While we all can benefit from making these types of positive lifestyle changes, most resolutions fizzle out, unfortunately, before they even have a chance to settle in. So, why does this popular annual pastime of making...

Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail

Posted: 12/02/2011

 As New Year’s resolutions gain popularity this time of year, many jump on the bandwagon of losing weight, getting fit and living a healthier lifestyle. While we all can benefit from making these types of positive lifestyle changes, most resolutions fizzle out, unfortunately, before they even have a chance to settle in. So, why does this popular annual pastime of making...

Fit BODY: Fit BRAIN

Posted: 10/14/2011

Can’t remember where you parked the car or if you unplugged the coffee pot? Worried that as you age, your memory and cognitive skills will deteriorate? Never fear—a regular exercise routine will strengthen your brain as well as your muscles! New research shows that even older adults who are physically active have a reduced risk of developing many forms of dementia....

Prepare Your Body for Optimal Winter Performance with Pre- and Post-Workout Stretching

Posted: 10/14/2011

Tight muscles, cramped joints and a lethargic body is not how you want to ring in this winter season. Instead, prepare your body for sledding adventures, skiing moguls and family snowball fights by introducing stretching into your overall health and fitness routine. Don’t worry, you don’t have to schedule tons of time to make stretching beneficial and effective. Ten...

Jump Start Your Fitness Routine This Winter with High Intensity Cardio Training

Posted: 10/14/2011

As you dive into the winter season, you may find yourself in a rut of doing the same old, same old when it comes to your fitness and wellness routine. And as the temperatures get cooler, climbing on the dreaded treadmill or elliptical machine may seem to be your only options for burning those inevitable extra holiday calories.Effective cardio training, though, can include more...

Summer Shape-Up Strategies for a Fit, Healthy Body

Posted: 06/01/2011

 Spring is in the air, the flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping, and the grass is getting greener… all signs that summer is right around the corner. Summer is beach body season, so START TODAY to shake off the winter doldrums and “spring” into your health and fitness action mode. Perhaps you’ve gotten off track with your New Year’s...

Boost Your Bone Health

Posted: 03/11/2011

1. Add Plyo Power. Mix up your regular routine by incorporating jumping activities such as skipping rope and tennis, one or two days a week. These explosive movements have been found much more beneficial to bones than non-weight-bearing activities like cycling and swimming. 2. Increase Your Greens. Get into the habit of eating fresh, dark green leafy vegetables everyday....