I’d like to encourage you to complete a Fitness Bucket Wish-List…all the fitness related adventures you’d like to do before you die. And then start training for one of these events and/or adventures. Many people take this approach – ‘As soon as I lose the weight/get fit, then I’ll start doing the things I’ve always…
Does stress make you fat?
My fat loss blogs have sparked a lot of questions and interest. Here’s one question that I thought I’d share with all of you. I think many of you can probably relate. “I read that it’s hard to lose weight when you’re stressed out. If that’s true, that would explain a lot in my life….
Part 2 – Fat Loss: Safely, Effectively and Permanently
Okay, so I hope I didn’t keep you in suspense all weekend! Here are the last 5 tips to achieving your fat loss goals. For those of you who have been successful fat losers, please add comments at the end. The more tips from those who know what works, the better! #6: Practice the 80:20…
Fat Loss: Safely, Effectively and Permanently
As a Personal Trainer, the number one request I get from clients is fat loss. Since I received a lot of emails after my last post on high intensity versus low intensity exercise and how that translates to fat loss, I’m going to stay on this topic and cover the Top 10 things you can…
What’s the best method for burning fat – long & slow or short & fast?
A number of years ago, you may remember many fitness professionals prescribing lower intensity activity to maximize fat loss. Many fit people lowered the intensity of their workouts fearful that they were not burning fat. Unfortunately, they were misled and many people still believe that low intensity activity is the best way to maximize fat…
4 Stretches to do if you’re super tight!
Stretching offers numerous health benefits, unfortunately, most people either don’t stretch correctly, long enough or skip it all together. The most neglected component of fitness is stretching and for those who are the most tight, stretching is usually such an uncomfortable experience that they avoid it all costs. After working in the fitness industry and…
Staying consistent during the summer holidays.
Dear Clients & Friends, I’ve had so many clients tell me they’re having a really hard time with workout consistency now that the kids are home from school and they are out of their routine. I have written some previous posts to give you some ideas on how to make sure you still get your…
A huge congratulations to all of our clients who participated in the Summer Solstice 6 mile run/walk
Our Summer Solstice event was a huge hit! Check out the video clip above. I hope it inspires you to join us next year! It’s pretty amazing how awesome you feel when you cross the finish line! Cut and paste the link below into your browser for an event recap. http://nwpersonaltraining.com/subs/events/event_past_recap.php?event_id=63 You still have time…
Don’t set the goal as weight-loss. Try this approach instead!
Many people take this approach – ‘As soon as I get fit and lose weight, then I’ll start doing the things I’ve always wanted to do.” We suggest you take the opposite approach. Set the goal and in the process of training for the event or activity you’ve always wanted to do, then you will…
You’ve got to watch this video – it may be life changing…
Father’s Day is one week from today. Before you decide what to do for that special guy – dad, hubby, brother, son – watch this inspirational video first. It is one of the most incredible stories of all times! It’s 6 minutes long but trust me, absolutely, totally worth it. I’ve watched it at least…