By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS A recent study found that the velocity or speed at which you walk is positively related to your functional fitness level
Archives for January 2017
What’s a Calorie Tracker? Do I need one?
By Jonathon Stavres MS, ACSM-EP-C While an activity tracker keeps record of step counts or “moves” with the goal of surpassing a certain threshold, calorie trackers keep record of food consumption with the goal of not surpassing a certain threshold.
Is Total Body Training the best training?… YES!
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS In addition to cardio, you should work your total body by strengthening your legs, back, chest, shoulders, and abdominals. Then at the end of your workout, stretch your muscles for a complete total body workout.
Add resistance training to your weight loss program to enhance weight loss
By Jonathon Stavres MS, ACSM-EP-C Lean mass is thermogenic, which means that it burns energy during rest. Therefore, increases in lean mass may increase resting metabolic rate, which is a major component of weight management.
The “Great New Year’s Resolution” How to stick to a new fitness program?
By Jonathon Stavres MS, ACSM-EP-C Research has shown that the more interesting and fun your fitness program is to you; the more effective it will be and the better you will adhere to it.