The 5 Biggest Fitness Mistakes Take a walk through any gym, and you'll notice many mistakes. Mistakes that waste time. Mistakes that put people in danger. And mistakes that are just plain stupid. Maybe you even make a few of these mistakes yourself. By avoiding these common blunders, you'll put yourself on the fast track to results. Check out the following 5 fitness mistakes and the … [Read more...]
21 Universal Rewards of Exercise
21 Universal Rewards of Exercise The number one reason that most people are out-of-shape is that they don't exercise enough. I've often wished that I could give each and every one of you a personalized pep talk to get you up off the couch and into the gym, day after day. So here's my pep talk in bullet form - 21 rewards that you will gain from regular exercise. Do yourself a favor and print … [Read more...]
The Freedom Of (Self-Imposed) Chains
Most of us are under the misconception that fit people work hard and spend most of their lives deprived in order to achieve their amazing bodies. Nothing could be farther from the truth. I'll let you in on a little secret...It's not hard to get and stay fit. It's not about hard work and deprivation. It's all about boundaries. Let me explain... When you were a child your parents set … [Read more...]
How To Overcome Overeating
Let's face it, the extra pounds you're carrying around are due to overeating - plain and simple. Why do you overeat? Here are a few likely reasons: 1. Habit: Whether you realize it or not, you eat in a learned pattern, rather than out of need. You clean your plate because that's what your mother taught. You eat what is served without stopping to check if you are full. You butter two pieces of … [Read more...]
Weight Loss Is Not The Most Important Goal.
Last week while performing a consultation with a prospective client, I asked… what is your motivation for joining a gym? I could have scripted the response… I want to lose weight the prospect responded. Setting weight loss goals is probably one of the most difficult things to do when you embark on and exercise or weight loss program. How much do I need to lose? That question is hard to … [Read more...]
Osteoporosis and Exercise
Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by the loss of the normal density of bone, resulting in fragile bone. Osteoporosis leads to literally abnormally porous bone that is more compressible like a sponge, than dense like a brick. This disorder of the skeleton weakens the bone causing an increase in the risk for breaking bones (bone fracture). Normal bone is composed of protein, collagen, and … [Read more...]
Exercise for Diabetes Prevention and Precautions for Diabetics
Do you have diabetes, or have you been told by your physician that you’re going to have diabetes if you don’t change your lifestyle? Along with changing your eating habits, exercise is essential for regulating your blood sugar. Here’s what exercise can do for you: Helps your body use insulin more efficiently. Your muscles and other tissues use insulin more easily when you exercise. With … [Read more...]
Cardio Vs. Strength Training at Gyms in Woodmere, Five Towns and Nassau
The SouthWest Fitness Club in Woodmere which also services the Five Towns and Nassau offers options for both cardiovascular exercise and strength training. Depending on your fitness goals, you might be inclined towards one or the other. But is cardio or strength training better for you? How can you get the best of both worlds and still achieve your most targeted fitness goals? First, let's see … [Read more...]
Why Finding a Fitness Buddy for the Gym in Woodmere, Five Towns and Nassau Can Be Beneficial
Finding a fitness buddy at the gym in Woodmere can be beneficial by keeping you motivated to succeed and to maintain fitness over the long term. It’s easy to start a fitness program full of good intentions, but over the long haul many people quit because they get bored or lose their motivation. When you have a fitness partner who is working on their personal set of fitness goals, they are able … [Read more...]
Balance in Your Fitness Program in Woodmere and the Five Towns
For those that are only at the beginning of their path to better fitness in Five Towns, the word “exercise” conjures up the image of endless hours running or pumping away on a stationary bike. While these exercises certainly have their merits, they are only a part of a balanced fitness program that incorporates several different disciplines. Varying your fitness in Woodmere routine with … [Read more...]
