As a professional Personal Trainer who trains older and elder adults in the Minneapolis area, I often get asked “What is the best exercise for older adults?” My answer to any “what is the best exercise” question, no matter what your age or ability, is… “It depends.” What goals are you trying to accomplish? Best […]
I am proud to be an ambassador for the PHIT America Act and PEP, which are two separate pieces of legislation on the table in Washington D.C. that will help us become a more fit and healthy America! So, what are the Personal Health Investment Today Act (PHIT Act) and the Physical Education Program (PEP)?
It’s coming soon, whether we like it or not. The Health Care Reform Act, aka ObamaCare, is set to begin open enrollment in Minnesota in October 2013 with coverage starting on January 1, 2014. Nobody really knows at this point what the costs to consumers will be, especially those like myself who have to purchase
You’ve probably heard all the buzz about people losing weight and getting fit using high intensity interval training (HIIT) programs like CrossFit and P90X, but what exactly is metabolic conditioning and is it the right choice for you? Metabolic conditioning, aka MetCon, is basically a method of training that uses very high intensity work intervals
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One of the most common post rehab clients I see in my practice are those who are interested in personal training after joint replacement surgery. The combination of advances in artificial implant technology and the aging population have more people seeking joint replacements, and at younger ages. These folks also expect to continue to be
Here is a great video courtesy of the American Council on Exercise that demonstrates three core stability ball exercises. They include a basic crunch for the anterior (front) abdominal muscles, back extension to strengthen muscles in the low back, and a supine plank that helps strengthen the glutes – all using a stability ball. All
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Spring was a little late coming to the upper midwest this year, but it’s finally here! That means that I can do the majority of my grocery shopping at the local farmer’s market and get fresh, locally grown produce, meat, and eggs while supporting my farming neighbors 🙂 Here are just a few of the
Are you an independent, professional Personal Trainer in the Minneapolis area who needs a fully equipped gym to take your clients for training? I know of a full sized private facility in the Eden Prairie area right off of Hwy 212, Hwy 62, and Hwy 169 that is allowing more fitness pros to use their
So, you’ve decided that you’d like to improve your health and fitness, but have no idea where to begin? Here are a few tips for starting an exercise program, fitting it in to your already busy schedule, and making it a lifestyle habit! Don’t worry, it’s not as difficult as it seems 🙂 Decide to
As a professional Personal Trainer, a common question I get from clients who want to lose weight is, “I hate exercise, so what should I do?” Here are a few suggestions: Exercise doesn’t have to take place in a gym. One idea is to become an “accidental” exerciser by just moving more in your environment:
