Developing stronger muscles is an important part of fitness training at any age. With a regular strength training program (even 20-30 minutes, 2-3 days a week) you can: Reduce Body Fat Increase Lean Muscle Mass Burn Calories More Efficiently Muscle mass naturally...
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) defines aerobic exercise as "any activity that uses large muscle groups, can be maintained continuously, and is rhythmic in nature." There are several things to consider with your cardiovascular (aerobic) activities:...
The Importance of Exercise & Fitness Improve Strength and Stamina Improve Self-Esteem Increase Mental Focus Improve your Mood Reduce Stress and Anxiety Reduce Depression Manage your Weight Strengthen your Heart and Lungs Get a Better Night's Sleep Put the Spark...
Are your workouts are getting boring? Perhaps you’re looking for a new challenge… Have I got some crazy Push-up variations for you! Thanks to Todd Kuslikis for compiling these amazing, crazy, and insanely challenging Push-Ups videos. I’ve seen some cool push-ups,...
We're in the middle of the Summer scorching season here in Kansas. The highs this week have been well over 100 degrees! Staying safe and exercising in extreme heat conditions is something that everyone should be aware of. Consider your choice of activities wisely. ...
A study was just released, "Moving Backward Helps Injured Knees Move Ahead." I find this research fascinating as I have been exercising backwards for years. Results show that people who use backwards locomotive movements on treadmills and elliptical machines have...
We've got a brand new GIRLS ONLY 5k walk/run in Wichita on Mother's Day, May, 7th, 2011. Event brochures are hot off the press, so mark your calendars, get registered, and get out and RUN (or Walk) with your Mom on May 7th. What better way to share the day! Girls...
Here's an easy exercise for a heart opening chest stretch. Improve flexibility for the chest, arms, & shoulders. Enhance posture for Pilates, fitness, & daily life. When we think about improving posture and avoiding that hunched over Quasimodo look. It’s...
Posted a blog recently on the topic of strong and healthy shoulders, but I just uploaded a video to demonstrate my easy "diamond down" exercise to help strengthen the lower fibers of the trapezius muscle to help improve shoulder mechanics and reduce neck and shoulder...
In this fast-paced world we’re living in…technology is dramatically affecting our culture and the way we work, live and play. So I'm curious... Is technology influencing your workouts? As either a participant or Pilates and Fitness Professional, How do you prefer to...