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Jump Start Your Fitness Routine this Winter

Posted: 12/12/2011

with High Intensity Cardio Training

Healthy Eating: Tips and Tricks for a Nutrition Transition

Posted: 03/05/2012

Spring is in the air bringing changes to weather, wardrobes and waistlines. With the holidays and cold weather months behind you and plans for spring break trips, pool time lounging and outdoor activities in the near future, this is the perfect time to focus on healthy eating.

 In light of National Nutrition Month, now is the time to shake off the winter doldrums and make the transition to healthier eating habits. Here are five nutrition tips and tricks to help you “spring” into action and transform your eating habits, one step at a time.

Go Outside Your Comfort Zone

Posted: 02/15/2012

Convinced you “can’t” run a marathon, or sprint at level 10 on that treadmill? … Are you sure about that?

The Benefits of Daily Physical Activity

Posted: 02/13/2012

●        Reduces the risk of heart disease by improving blood circulation throughout the body●        Keeps weight under control●        Improves blood cholesterol levels●        Prevents and manages high blood pressure●       ...

Healthy Heart, Healthy You

Posted: 02/08/2012

Heart candies, heart shaped valentines and chocolate hearts are everywhere this time of year, but the heart that should be getting your undivided attention everyday is the one in your chest that works 24/7 to power your body and fuel your internal system. As the powerhouse of your body, the heart needs to run in tip-top shape for overall health and fitness. To celebrate National Heart Month this February, give your heart and body the gift of longevity and health by starting a heart healthy fitness regimen that focuses on metabolic cardiovascular exercises and combines muscle pumping strength workouts with healthy nutrition choices.

Top Fitness Trends of 2012

Posted: 01/31/2012

The fitness industry is one of the fastest growing industries today. And it has continued to be over the last 20+ years. Americans are heavier, less fit, and unhealthier more than ever. Thus giving rise to a myriad of fitness, nutrition, and weight loss solutions. Some good. Some not so good.

 The American College of Sports Medicine released it's survey results for the top fitness trends of 2012.

 I listed a few of the top 20 here.

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

Posted: 01/30/2012

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,...

Pregnancy and Exercise: Baby Let's Move!

Posted: 01/25/2012

During pregnancy, exercise can help you stay in shape and prepare for labor and delivery. Here's the lowdown on pregnancy and exercise, from getting started to staying motivated.

Creating REAL CHANGE:

Posted: 01/25/2012

 

How to form positive habits and a NEW YOU!

3 Ways To Kick the Habit of Skipping Workouts

Posted: 01/23/2012

Trying to get into an exercise habit, but finding you’re more in the habit of making excuses? You can break out of that pattern with these tips from fitness experts on staying motivated and sticking to your fitness routine. Our Fitness Together trainers and studio owners recommend these three strategies to help you stay inspired to work out regularly.