When most fitness enthusiasts think of training the abdominal muscles- part of the “core”, they automatically think about crunches, the old standby. However, exercise physiologists and most knowledgeable personal trainers know that crunches are NOT the best, nor safest way, to train the abdominals. First and foremost- a reminder- abdominal exercises DO NOT burn the …
We are offering Nordic Walking and Hatha Yoga Classes during Spring 2008. Click on the Nordic Walking and Yoga Classes categories to view the schedules and update announcements.
I went out to dinner this week with some women friends whom I haven’t seen in awhile. I was looking forward to the social time, but also looking forward to a nice big, fresh salad with lots of great stuff in it. My day had been hurried, and my food choices not the most “wholesome”, …
New 8-week session of Saturday morning Hatha Yoga Classes starts March 8, 2008 and runs through April 26th. After April 26, we will do a short session to get us to Memorial Day, and then we are on hiatus for the summer. Please read about Location, Fees, What to Bring, Attendance and Drop-Ins. Download the …
Each week I receive a synopsis of recently published research studies through an online medical journal. While many of the studies are very technical and may not be of interest to most of us, every now and then, one comes along which is so important that I need to share it with you. Such is …
Winter is upon us, and this has been a particularly wicked winter for ice and snow. Perhaps you have already had some falls or slips, or near misses, if you are lucky? While this seems like a hazard of the season, it is not a foregone conclusion. With some consistency and dedication, you could improve …
As you can imagine, when a new client calls me to inquire about personal training, the first thing they always say is “I need help to lose weight”. Of course this makes sense, as weight loss is the most common reason people hire a trainer. But for once, just once, I’d love to hear someone …
In one of the most comprehensive and rigorous analysis of 31 long term diet research studies, UCLA researchers undenyingly concluded that diets don’t work. While diets may help you lose 5 to 10% of your weight initially, this comprehensive analysis showed that most people gain all of their weight back AND MORE within several years. …
I was thinking the other day about why and how exercise adherence- the motivation to keep going- is so challenging for so many. Why do we get started but then back off? Why is it so hard to begin an exercise program, and so easy to stop? Of course our lives get in the way, …
Here are important updates and information which may impact YOUR health: Dr. John Marymont of Baylor University reported that two inch high heels increase the pressure on the ball of the foot by 50%, causing neuromas, hammer toes and bunions, resulting in millions of dollars each year in health care costs. Don’t fool yourself ladies! …
Staying on track with exercise and healthy nutrition is always a challenge. But, it can be an even greater challenge during the holidays. We often lose track of our priorities- putting shopping, cleaning, socializing and work ahead of our health. By The New Year, we are left feeling sluggish and overfull. However, all is not …
In speaking with my clients trying to lose weight, it’s amazing how many of them work in offices where it’s standard fare to have an “Office Candy Dish”. Or, they keep dishes of candy in their homes for the “Unexpected Guest”. Through their food logs, I have found that some of my clients may be …