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Why DO We Lunge?

Why DO we Lunge? Why do they hurt so much? Are they really worth the pain and suffering?   Many people are not big fans of the lunge; they’re difficult to do and they have been known to cause intense muscle fatigue/soreness, sometimes lasting for days. Some have even been told that lunges are “bad” […]
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Functional Benefits of Push-Ups

Are push-ups really worth the effort? Short answer, YES! Push-ups are one of the most effective upper body and core strengthening exercises. Like many body-weight exercises, they can be easily modified and made more or less challenging. The functional ability to horizontally lift and lower one’s own body weight is one of the best measures […]
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Squat at any age

Why We Squat

Why DO we squat? How do we determine the BEST squat for OUR needs?     The ability to squat is a fundamental movement. It requires a balance of mobility and stability. It is both a static posture and a movement pattern that we see very early in human developmental. A toddler typically masters the […]
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TRX anywhere

Some History Behind the TRX Suspension Trainer

Did you know that the TRX Suspension Trainer was developed by a U.S. Navy SEAL troop commander? It’s true!   In the summer of 1997 while deployed in Asia, Randy Hetrick was looking for a way to maintain peak physical conditioning during periods when the SEALS’ missions were on hold. Without access to traditional training […]
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Is Sitting the new Smoking?

How much time do you spend sitting every day? Have you thought about the havoc it wreaks on your body?   We all know smoking cigarettes is the cause of so many preventable, deadly diseases. Research shows sitting for long stretches of time may be just as dangerous. Several studies indicate prolonged sitting is now […]
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Spare Your Spine

Did you know that approximately 8 out of every 10 Americans will have back problems at some point during their lifetime? The number of adults in America experiencing lower back pain is on the rise. This is especially true for those over the age of 65.   Back pain can have a negative impact on […]
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Benefits of Having a Workout Support System

If you’re feeling unmotivated to start a fitness routine, or maybe you’re simply bored with your current one, making a date with a Personal Trainer or workout buddy can help.   Having the support and knowledgeable guidance of a Personal Trainer can be the difference between reaching your goals, or putting them off another year. […]
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Health Benefits of Lean Muscle Mass

  Did you know that resting muscle tissue actually burns more calories than fat? It’s true! In fact, a pound of muscle, at rest burns 3X the amount of calories compared to one pound of fat. Increasing your bodies lean muscle mass, even without losing “scale weight” will not only elevate your resting metabolic rate […]
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How Much Sugar is Too Much?

All we need is LOVE…but a little CANDY can’t hurt, or can it?   Did you know excessive sugar intake can cause a plethora of illnesses and even chronic disease? Sugar has many toxic effects; it increases risk of type 2 diabetes, causes depression, energy/mood swings, and wrinkles (YES…wrinkles!), it increases fat storage and hunger, […]
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