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Getting &
Staying Active...
Painting A
Healthy Lifestyle
What does fitness mean to you? Is it a way of life? A far away dream?
A constant struggle? Is it about joy and pleasure, or deprivation and
punishment? The way you view the process can determine your level of success.
by Renee Cloe, ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Battling Boredom
Are you finding it difficult to get out of bed in the morning for your
daily walk and making up excuses to skip the gym on the way home? Even
the most dedicated exercisers occasionally get bored with their routine.
Waning motivation, cutting workouts short and not having your old enthusiasm
all are signs of a stale exercise regimen.
Fitting Fitness
In
One of the most popular excuses for failing to work out is not having
enough time. Are you really so busy it is impossible to squeeze in exercise?
On the other hand, is it more likely your time is spent on things that
are not top priorities for you? If you frequently use time as an excuse
for missing workouts, here are some ways to see if that is really the
case.
Fitness On
The Go
Does the increase in your frequent flier miles seem to correlate with
the increase in your waistline? If your job involves a great deal of travel,
you may be all too familiar with the effect a busy schedule can have on
your exercise program. With a bit of planning, you can fit short exercise
sessions into your busy schedule.
Shaking Up
Your Weight Training
When it comes to working out, many of us are creatures of habit. We do
what we know. We stick with what’s familiar and comfortable. The
catch is that if you always do the same thing the same way, your body
will adapt and your results will grind to a halt. This is especially true
of strength training, where you need to keep your body guessing if you
want to keep seeing results. Here are some techniques for breaking through
strength training plateaus and keeping the results coming. by: Renee Cloe,
ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
Pick a Compatible
Fitness Partner
If you've ever worked out with a fitness partner you don't need scientific
studies to tell you that it's one of the most powerful motivators to help
you stick to a fitness program. If you're looking for a compatible fitness
partner, here are some guidelines to keep in mind. by: Vicki Pierson,
ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
Starting An
Exercise Program
If you're considering putting an exercise program together it's perfectly
normal to have a lot of questions swimming around in your head. What's
the best activity to participate in? How do I get the most out of exercising?
How long should I exercise? Often, the hardest part of getting into shape
is taking the first step. Here are some simple steps to help you begin
your journey. by: Vicki Pierson, ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
Strength Training
Basics
If you’re just getting started, it’s easy to become confused
by all of the anatomical terms and gym jargon. We’d like to fill
in the gap by giving you the foundation of any safe and effective strength
training routine. You’ll learn the names of the major muscle groups
and the exercises that target them, the difference between sets and reps,
the elements of proper form, and the basics of frequency and progression.
by: Renee Cloe, ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
Make Fitness
Fun for Kids!
Do your children spend more time inside the house watching television
or playing computer games than they spend playing outside? Do you know
that motivating your children to be active not only improves their health
and well-being now, but may also benefit heir health later in life? Learn
how to make fitness fun for kids!
Exercise Errors
Are you making mistakes when you exercise that make your workout ineffective?
Or worse yet, are you doing things that could lead to costly injuries?
Whether you're a veteran or novice at exercising you need to be sure you're
getting the best workout possible.
Cardio Kickboxing
Safety Tips
Some of the hottest new workouts combine kickboxing moves with more traditional
aerobics for a cardiovascular one two punch. If you're new to this type
of class, the potential for injury can be high. These safety tips will
help to minimize your chances of injury and increase the effectiveness
of your workout.
Cardiovascular
Machine Workouts
For those of you beginning your fitness program, we understand that getting
acquainted with all the various forms of cardio equipment can be a bit
daunting. So, we've put together some beginning workouts on various machines
to help you get started.
Walking With
Weights
Looking to add intensity to your walking workout and vary your routine?
Walking with weights may be worth considering to improve your cardiovascular
conditioning and help you strengthen your upper body. by: Vicki R. Pierson,
ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
Super Step
Safety
The question of whether step exercise is a safe, low-impact training activity
has been the subject of a tremendous amount of research. This article
was written for aerobic instructors, but if you participate in super step
classes, you'll want to read this. by: Maureen Rae, RN OFC ACE AFAA and
GoodLife Certified.
Benefits of
a Fitness Partner
Does the thought of getting up off the sofa to don your workout clothes
leave you feeling less than motivated? If so, maybe all you need is a
fitness partner! by: Vicki R. Pierson, ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
Fat Burning
Potential
High or low intensity exercise, which will burn the most fat? The answer
may surprise you.
Turn Up The
Intensity
Research reveals how television and music appears to effect the intensity
level of your workout.
What's Your
Excuse?
It's time to take action against another silent killer that's contributing
to disease and premature death in epidemic proportions. Read how you can
protect yourself and take action to avoid its devastating effects. by:
Vicki R. Pierson, ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
Rallying Support
for Your Fitness Program
If your family and friends are less than supportive of your healthy ways,
learn how to get them happily involved in your pursuit of fitness. by:
Renee Cloe, ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
The Motivation
to Move
Learn about the factors that influence exercise motivation and pick up
some practical tips for long-term success. by: Vicki Pierson and Renee
Cloe, ACE Certified Personal Trainers.
Understanding
Your Training Heart Rate
Have you determined what your personal training heart rate should be during
exercise? If not, learn how... it's as easy as 1, 2, 3. by: Vicki R. Pierson,
ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
Preventing
Common Sports Injuries
Most sports-related injuries are caused by the overuse or misuse of a
muscle or joint. However, there are prevention methods that can significantly
reduce the risk of injury. The American Orthopedic Society for Sports
Medicine
Canine Fitness
Buddies
Dogs can be extremely motivating workout partners for walkers and joggers.
Their enthusiasm is contagious, and they’re annoyingly persistent
about nudging idle television watchers off the sofa and out the door.
Although, our four-legged fitness buddies do require a few special considerations.
Body Basics:
A Unique Perspective
When was the last time you took a moment and celebrated your body? Not
because it's well built or attractive by society's standards-- but because
it's an impressive piece of functional art. We've assembled some interesting
facts that will help you appreciate your body and keep you motivated to
take care of it.
Easy Ways to
Boost Your Activity Level
Need some suggestions to get you started and help you boost your activity
level? Try incorporating some of these simple techniques into your everyday
life and start feeling the difference simple movements can make! by: Vicki
R. Pierson, ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
Cardiovascular
Exercise Principles and Guidelines: Part 1 and Part 2
For maximum effectiveness and safety, cardiovascular exercise has specific
instructions on the frequency, duration, and intensity. These are the
three important components of cardiovascular exercise that you really
need to understand and implement in your program. by: Chad Tackett, Certified
Personal Trainer.
Making Time
for Strength Training
Do you have very limited time to devote to exercise, but are serious about
getting or staying in shape? by: Chad Tackett, Certified Personal Trainer.
Many Health
Clubs Don't Pre-screen Members For Cardiovascular Disease
If you're thinking of joining a health facility, this article will give
you some good information so you can ask some important questions before
you join!
Exercising
in the Heat
Being outdoors in warm weather can be exhilarating, especially if you
have spent months inside because of cold weather. Summer brings many opportunities
to participate in physical activities and sports, as well as the daylight
hours to enjoy these pursuits! However, understanding how to safely and
effectively exercise in the heat is important. Here are some dos and don'ts
to help guide you.
Slowing the
Aging Clock
As you grow older, you may feel there is nothing you can do about the
physiological changes that occur with aging. Surprise! There is something
you can do, and it needn't even cost anything.
Tae-Bo with
Billy Blanks
Get the inside scoop on one of the hottest fitness trends around! Tag
along with Jumpsite co-founder, Renee Cloe, as she powers through a with
Billy Blanks. We'll kick, we'll punch, we'll sweat. We'll get ice cream
afterward!
Kick Your Way
to Fitness
Are you bored with your current fitness routine? It may be time to kick
your way to one of the hottest workouts around. Kickboxing, also referred
to as boxing aerobics and cardio kickboxing, is a hybrid of boxing, martial
arts and aerobics that offers an intense cross-training and total-body
workout. It blends a mixture of high-power exercise routines that strengthen
the body and mind, decrease stress and hone reflexes while increasing
endurance and cardiovascular power.
Burning Holiday
Calories
There's good news about all the added activity that the holidays bring...
you burn extra calories! Take a peek at how much energy some of these
activities are burning. by: Vicki R. Pierson, ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
Make a Successful
Resolution
If you've made a resolution to get into shape, this article will help
set you up for success! by: Vicki R. Pierson, ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
Women and Physical
Activity: A Historical Journey
Join us on an enlightening and interactive look at the strides women have
made throughout history to gain equality in physical activity and competitive
sports.
Exercise Options
Go Global: Try These At Home
In many countries, exercise is a way of life. This article gives examples
of workouts popular the world over that are also easy to practice at home.
Fitness and
Bone Health
Everyone knows that regular exercise improves your health and helps you
feel good. But did you know that exercise also can help build strong bones?
When Traditional
Motivational Strategies Fail
We've all been there... it's time to workout but the normal motivational
strategies aren't working! What can you do? by: Vicki R. Pierson, ACE
Certified Personal Trainer.
Circuit Training
In The Garden
Have you ever tried the two-handed wheelbarrow relay, the weed squat and
pull, or the compost shovel shuffle? It's a unique training circuit enjoyed
by millions each year as they whip their gardens and bodies into shape!
by: Vicki R. Pierson, ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
Women of the
Baby Boom: Time To Get Heart Smart
As baby boomers hit their 50's, women need to be reminded that contrary
to popular understanding, heart disease is their number one killer.
Spring Into
Fitness
If you've put on a few extra pounds during the winter months or want to
get into shape for the first time, don't despair. by Renee Cloe, ACE Certified
Personal Trainer
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