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Top 10 Fitness Trends for 2011

“PR Newswire” reports that 2011 will see some new fitness trends. A survey published in the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) indicates the following fitness trends for the New Year. The first is more fitness professionals. Instead of just going with Joe-Schmo down at the gym, people will be seeking the help of fitness professionals who are certified and experienced. The second is more fitness programs for older adults will be created, tailoring them to their needs. This will help older adults to be more active and healthier. The third is an emphasis on strength training and incorporating that … Continue reading →

10 Reasons To Check out a Fitness Boot Camp

I was talking about fitness boot camps earlier today and what they are and what you would do in one. But let’s explore a few more reasons why you should participate in a boot camp. By the way, there’s a website called Boot Camp Finder that might be helpful if you are looking for a boot camp in your area. You may also want to check out your local fitness clubs to see if they offer a variation on the boot camp theme. But if you’re still wavering, here are the 10 reasons you should check out a fitness boot … Continue reading →

10 Reasons to Be Thankful for Fitness

Good morning and Happy Monday! We’ve got a little over two weeks left till thanksgiving and today I want to talk to you about the 10 reasons I am thankful for fitness. As I have often said here in the fitness blog, our fitness is contingent on more than just our physical well being, but also our spiritual, emotional and mental well-being. I am thankful for: Daily cardiovascular exercise because it helps me cope with stress and anger, I always had an anger management problem as a child, but daily exercise seems to release a lot of that tension and … Continue reading →

Telephone Coaches – 1-800-Get Physical?

The number above is not real, but it’s based on a new concept in fitness that gives exercise enthusiasts and beginners a fresh take on personal coaching. We’ve talked about online coaches and personal trainers; we’ve talked about working with personal trainers at your gym. Now there’s a new ingredient in the mix that just might appeal to you, they call it the telephone coach. What is a Telephone Coach? A telephone coach involves hiring someone that can provide you with advice and motivation to keep it going on your fitness program. They are experts in psychology as well as … Continue reading →

Personal Fitness – Make it Fit Your Personality

Does not knowing what fitness program is best for you make picking out a regular fitness activity hard? Do you find that the broad selection of workouts, fitness trends and more an almost impossible plethora of ideas? Instead of getting overwhelmed by the options, embrace them. The thing about personal fitness is you can make it fit your personality – that’s why it’s great that we have so many options. Here are some suggestions to help you discover what activities fit your personal fitness personality best. Is variety the spice of life to you? Do you enjoy socialization and group … Continue reading →

10 Tips to Finding Time to Exercise

We’ve talked about the reasons to exercise and the need for consistency in your fitness program. Now, I want to give you 10 tips to help you find the time to perform your exercise – this important – because the most common reason I have ever heard from individuals about why they don’t exercise is: I don’t have time. 10 Tips to Finding Time to Exercise Learn to Moderate Your Commitments – Helping out others is great and volunteering is admirable, but if you over commit yourself, you will find your time evaporating. It is important to take the time … Continue reading →

5 Reasons to Hire a Personal Trainer

Periodically, I’ve revisited the topic of personal trainers and the reasons why it’s a good idea to consult with or work with one. There’s a lot more to a personal trainer than being available to the rich and the successful. Personal trainers are for more than stars and athletes and while they may seem expensive on the surface, the long term value of working with a personal trainer may far outweigh the costs. The top 5 reasons you should hire a personal trainer are as follows: Completely Out of Shape – Looking to finally get on the fitness bandwagon and … Continue reading →

10 Reasons to Get A Personal Trainer

Woo hoo, another top ten on the 10th list for your edification. I talked about the top ten reasons to work out at home earlier, now let’s talk about the top ten reasons to work with a personal trainer. While a personal trainer is not always an ideal choice for some, there are plenty of reasons why a personal trainer may be exactly what you need. So without further ado – here are your top ten reasons to get a personal trainer: Individualizing your work out is one of the biggest proponents behind a personal trainer – they can work … Continue reading →

10 Reasons to Work Out At Home

Are you looking for some good reasons to skip out on that gym membership you aren’t using? Or maybe you are trying to wrestle between signing up at the gym or working out at home or maybe you just like top ten lists – whatever your fancy is – here the top 10 reasons to work out at home in honor of July 10 and our top ten on the 10th day. (Yes, I know – any excuse to do a list!) Working out at home can happen on your schedule – all you need is your own home equipment … Continue reading →

How Do You Feel about Your Progress?

Every-so-often my personal trainer asks me, “How do you feel about your progress so far?” Of course, this is my virtual trainer through a Wii program I use, but I still appreciate the question because it causes me to take a step back and really think about how far I have come and how far I have to go. Measuring progress will depend on your goals. Sometimes when I think about progress, I think about the weight I have lost. Other times I think about the changes in the way I feel about myself overall. Or even the amount of … Continue reading →