Mastering each exercise, you execute is tantamount when performing an exercise program. Before you may progress safely and effectively, you must have mastered the fundamental aspects of each exercise. We will utilize pushups as an example this month to emphasize the “master it—then progress” principle. Following this example, which may be applied to most any…

Organization of your fitness lifestyle may lead to improved outcomes, particularly over the long term. And organization means more than just knowing which days and times you will dedicate to your exercise program. While that is an important aspect of organization because you must know when you will exercise in order to actually get it…

With summer in full swing, and the 4th of July behind us, it is time to settle into a healthy summer. This includes healthy activities, nutritious dietary fundamentals and, of course, performing your regular workouts no matter how active you may be throughout the summer. This month, we will feature ten simple ways to be…

There are so many enticing foods to access during the summertime! Some we need to enjoy in moderation and others may be thoroughly enjoyed in larger quantities. While the same rule applies year round in terms of portion and quality control, during the summertime there are many foods available that are generally not available in…

Water is a fantastic workout medium.   You are a small percentage of your body weight in the water, so it is generally easy on the joints, and the water will accommodate almost every fitness level, from novice to elite athletes. Additionally, if heated to approximately 85 degrees, it may be suitable for those with…

One of the most effective methods of achieving and adhering to a fitness lifestyle is to exercise with a friend or loved one—everyone benefits.  And, if you have already integrated health and fitness into your life, consistently, it might be time to introduce those benefits to your friends and loved ones by becoming a fitness…

We all have physical limitations. Obviously, some far more serious and challenging than others, but the reality is that every body has its limits. And this does not mean that we should not strive for fitness success, but simply to recognize our limitations and move forward. The spectrum of physical capabilities and limitations of our…

High intensity interval training (HIIT) programming plays a major role in the design of many fitness programs. As fitness professionals, we integrate HIIT into many of our program formats for small and large group exercise programs as well as the personal training programs we create for our one-on-one clientele. However, what is authentic HIIT? There…

If you are a business owner or manager, you are probably familiar with the acronym “ROI” which represents the return on your investment. And, while this refers to financial investment in the business world, it may also be applied to your fitness “investment.”  When referring to your fitness investment, the ROI is directly correlated to…