I try to keep this blog limited to content that you can use. Occasionally, when I come across a product that I use myself and believe in, I’ll let you know about it. I consider a product that can save your life one of those things you should know about. For a couple of years [...]
I love functional training. I use it with all of my clients, in different ways. Why? Because your body works as a system, not in isolation. There’s a place for isolation exercises like bicep curls and calf raises, but when it comes down to it, are you trying to develop ripped calves or are you [...]
You’re ready to take your training to a new level and buy a heart rate monitor. So, what should you look for in your new training partner? A basic bare bones heart rate monitor will cost you about $50 and will do just as the name suggests. It will monitor your heart rate. For the [...]
It doesn’t matter if it’s the treadmill, elliptical machine, Arc trainer, stepper, or other piece of cardio equipment. Just let go. Here’s why you need to get your hands off that machine: Holding on reduces the effect of supporting your weight. Using the handrails to support you lifts some of your weight off the machine, [...]
A few weeks ago, our Biggest Loser Team did a workout using resistance bands. The exercises we did were: LungesSquatsMilitary pressUpright rowsLateral raisesTricep kickbacksFront raisesBicep curlsRows (with door or pole)Cable rotations (with door or pole) If you need a refresher on how to perform these exercises, check out these videos
