The old adage “use it or lose it” appears to ring true in almost all areas of your general health and fitness. You just can’t store the benefits associated with a healthy lifestyle. Here are some areas that may be affected by neglect: Cardio-Respiratory Fitness: If you don’t challenge your heart, your aerobic capacity will…
Run Faster With Track Workouts
Sue Vorenberg recently wrote an article on all the fun runs we can look forward to all summer long in ClarkCounty. And although most participants are just happy to get to the finish line of these events, but there is a number of people that really want to run faster! If you want to get fast, you have…
Need Some Speed!
Need Some Speed! Have you ever noticed that as most people age they begin to move more and more slowly? It seems to take them forever to get out of a chair, walk across the room or bend down to pick something up. This is because as we age we lose about 7 pounds of…
Cardio to Tighten Those Glutes!
Cardio to tighten those glutes! As the weather warms, it reminds us that beach season is on its way. Thoughts of swimming suits and bikinis can either excite or frighten you depending on how well you’ve taken care of yourself all winter. For most women, the area that causes most concern is the fat that seems…
Running Injuries Caused By The Terrible Toos
As the days get longer and warmer, many head outdoors for workouts. But many people wonder why, after starting an outdoor jogging routine, they develop shin splints or knee pain shortly after. Running’s “Terrible Toos” are often the leading culprit and cause of most running injuries. Too much Too soon Too hard Too fast Too long…
Burn Fat – Should You Go Hard or Easy?
Burn Fat – Should You Go Hard or Easy? Spring is here reminding everyone that shorts, dresses, skirts, tank tops and bathing suits and in the near future. That tends to be the kick in the butt than many need to start taking better care of themselves to lose fat and tone up. But many people are still confused…
If You Can Do This You Might Live Longer….
Can you stand up or sit down without using your hands? If you can do this you might live longer! A recent study conducted at the Clinimex-Exercise Medicine Clinic in Rio de Janeiro, found that people who can sit down and get up using only one hand — or no hands at all — are…
You Don’t Have To Wear Spandex!
You don’t have to wear spandex, spend hours at the gym or take up running to be active! There are lots of ways to be active. Walk the children or grandchildren to school, then jog home Push the mower with extra vigor Get an exercise DVD — and use it! Speed up the housework —…
Quick Strength and Cardio Workout
Getting to the gym on cold winter days can be a daunting task. But Remy Maguire, personal trainer for four years and competitive cyclist and triathlete, shares this effective and quick strength and cardio workout to help you keep your fitness commitment in 2013. Do her workout three times this week on alternating days and…
What’s Your Excuse?
We all have one. The excuse that stops us from exercising. What’s your excuse? Not enough time? Well, if this was your excuse….it isn’t anymore! Beth Goldstein, NSCA personal trainer for more than 21/2 years, will help you enjoy an amazing year with this simple but effective cardio and resistance routine. Complete her workout three…