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How to Refuel After a Hard Workout

Posted: 01/21/2012

What's best to eat for recovery after a hard workout? That's what marathoners, body builders, and fitness exercisers alike repeatedly ask. They read ads for commercial recovery foods that demand a three to one ratio of carbs to protein, tout the benefits of a proprietary formula, or emphasize immediate consumption the minute you stop exercising.While these ads offer an element...

Introduction to Stretching

Posted: 01/18/2012

Why stretch? Stretching is useful for both injury prevention and injury treatment. For the purposes of this discussion I will concentrate on prevention. If done properly, stretching increases flexibility and this directly translates into reduced risk of injury. The reason is that a muscle/tendon group with a greater range of motion passively, will be less likely to experience...

The 10 Commandments for Losing Weight…and Keeping it Off!

Posted: 01/11/2012

Success breeds success. What exactly, in terms of lifestyle changes, do people who have been highly successful at both losing weight and keeping it off over the long term do? That’s just what researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Colorado set out to determine when they began their on-going study called the National Weight Control Registry (www.nwcr.ws). Currently,...

Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail

Posted: 01/11/2012

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...

January 2012 Nutritional recipe

Posted: 01/11/2012

Great dish for Spinachhttp://fitnesstogether.com/franchiser/doc/uploads/original/JanuaryRecipe.pdf

10 Common Mistakes Made by Individuals

Posted: 08/31/2011

1 - Not warming up before stretching. Because stretching cold muscles increases your chances of injuring yourself, you should always warm up (i.e., perform activities that will increase your body temperature enough to ‘‘warm’’ you up sufficiently to safely begin exercising) before stretching. Contrary to popular belief, stretching is not a warm-up.2 -...

August 2011 News Letter

Posted: 08/02/2011

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Abdominal/Core Circuit

Posted: 08/01/2011

This versatile circuit  can be applied to groups of almost any size and fitness level and is limited only by your ability to organize, instruct and train.Abdominal/Core Circuit DetailsFormat: a circuit that focuses on the abdominals and coreTotal Time: approximately 30–40 minutesEquipment Needed: medicine balls, stability balls, mats, weights, weighted hoops, weighted...

Keeping yourself motivated to Exercise

Posted: 06/25/2011

OverviewWe are all aware of the importance of regular exercise, but sometimes it’s hard to get yourself motivated to actually do something physical. If the weather is bad or you're feeling less enthusiastic than usual, you may be tempted to skip your workout. Before long, this can become a habit and soon you may find that you are hardly getting any exercise or none at all....

Protein Needs for Athletes

Posted: 06/16/2011

Introduction How much protein do athletes need on a daily basis? What sources of proteins are the best? Are the times that protein is ingested important for gaining lean muscle mass and strength? These are the most pertinent questions that athletes, coaches, and trainers ask on a consistent basis in relation to protein intake. While carbohydrates are the key nutrient...