Power in Numbers: 6 Reasons You Need To Try Group Exercise
Almost everyone enjoys a good solo workout. Headphones in. Tune out. Get moving. But switching it up and working out in a group setting has perks you wouldn’t believe. Endless benefits come with group fitness classes such as yoga, spinning or dance – benefits that are hard to accomplish on your own. 1. Achieve more […]
7 Reasons We're Coo Coo for Coconuts + Recipe
With all of the confusing and contradictory information on the subject of saturated fats out there, you might be surprised to learn that the naturally occurring saturated fat in coconut oil has AMAZING health benefits, some of which include: 1. Promoting heart health 2. Promoting weight loss 3. Supporting immune system health 4. […]
4 Powerful Reasons ALL Women Should Lift Weights
Thanks in part to the increase in fitness education via social media, the topic of weight lifting for women has become less taboo over the years (finally!). However, there are still many women out there who are hesitant to lift heavy weights out of fear of gaining mass and “getting too buff”. Let’s set things […]
What Is a Nutrition Coach and Why Do I Need One?
Doctors and nutritionists can help people better understand certain health issues, but they often don’t have the time, resources, or individualized approach to guide and motivate people through their unique journey to lifelong, sustainable health. While they are able to provide advice, meal plans and prescriptions, oftentimes the most important missing components are ongoing […]
Stressed Out? Turn Beast Mode OFF and Cardio Zen Mode ON
Lately short, intense workouts have become the name of the game in weight loss, and for just cause! They’re a great way to get the physical results you want out of the gym. But what if you’re stressed, depressed or anxious? You may have found that these kinds of workouts make your situation worse. […]
The Best Green Smoothie in Green Smoothie History
Difficulty Level: Easy Time: 5 min. Servings: 2 Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories – 210, Protein – 17g, Fiber – 10g Ingredients: 1 green apple, cored and quartered 1/2 banana 1/2 avocado 1 cup spinach or 2 leaves green Kale, stems discarded 1/3 cup juice from fresh squeezed organic lemons 1 cup fresh squeezed […]
Become the Next American Ninja Warrior
“American Ninja Warrior” is back for a sixth season with all new episodes and new cities – featuring fresh new obstacles on the course and some of the biggest surprises in the show’s history. Fit Athletic Club member Rachel Mulvaney is an American Ninja Warrior competitor this season, and we asked her to share her […]
OMNIA™ Functional Training by Technogym
Fit Athletic Club in downtown San Diego is the first gym in the country to get their hands on the most functional cross training tool we’ve seen yet. What is OMNIA™? OMNIA™ is a functional training system which optimizes strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination and speed. It is designed specifically for small group personal training […]
Fit Spaghetti Squash Casserole Recipe
Difficulty Level: Easy Time: 10min Prep, 40min Inactive Cook Time Servings: 2 Entrees/4 Sides Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories – 40, Protein – 1g, Carbs – 1g Ingredients: 1 large spaghetti squash extra virgin olive oil sea salt & fresh cracked peppercorn crushed red pepper flakes 1 cup organic reduced fat mozzarella, shredded […]
Whip Your Health or Fitness Blog Into Shape
Step 1: Blog. Step 2: Profit! If only the blogosphere worked that way. Building your fitness or healthy lifestyle brand by blogging requires considerable time and energy—not to mention talent. In a world becoming increasingly proliferated by life coaches, healthy-eating foodies, fitness junkies and weight loss crusaders, you may find yourself up against […]
Valentine’s Day is Near – Got a Heart On?
Every year at this time there is a ridiculous amount of commercial attention placed on the status of your heart – is it broken, lonely, filled, overflowing, fragile or hardened? Just how much chocolate does it take to mend a wounded heart? How many flowers prove one heart loves another? How many sappy love songs […]
3 Tips to Help You Stick to Your New Year Resolutions
“New Year’s Resolutions”. I’ve heard those magical three words every January throughout the course of my 20 year personal training career; often uttered by people who are hoping to shed body fat and improve their health to feel and look better than the previous year. However, this common phrase often means something different to every […]
5 Gym Etiquette Rules You’re Probably Breaking
I’ve seen it all. Twenty plus years in the fitness industry and I’ve got a few stories to tell. From too much nakedness in the locker room and doing things with towels that are completely unnecessary, to talking on cell phones during class, leaving nasty sweat marks on equipment, hogging the cardio machines and locker […]
5 Crucial Food Tips for a Flat Belly
Intra-abdominal adipose tissue, also known as belly fat, is not only viewed as unpleasing aesthetically but also has a direct affect on the organs of the guttural region, slowing their function and wreaking havoc on your metabolism. All the crunches in the world won’t get you those washboard abs you’ve been seeing in magazines […]
Beat the Post Summer Workout Slump
As summer comes to an end, you may find yourself losing your drive to keep coming to the gym and maintaining your workouts. However, it’s important you keep your motivation moving all the way to the year’s finish line, and beyond. Here are 3 suggested strategies to keep your momentum going so you can continue […]
How to be Fashionably Fit
Listen up you fitness fashionistas, it’s not just about looking good. Well, ok it is! We’ve come a long way with our workout apparel since spandex, leg warmers, and psychedelic leotards. A very long way. Now it’s all about sports performance, sleek fitted, eco friendly and fashion-forward clothing that looks good on you, while you’re […]
Roll It Out! How to Make a Foam Roller Your New Best Friend
Whether you are just starting an exercise program or you’re a seasoned athlete, soreness from exercising will happen. While the benefits of stretching and massage are great (relaxation, increased blood flow, injury prevention) – they can be expensive and hard to fit into your daily routine. Good news! You can get the benefits of a […]
The Worst Enemies of Fat Metabolism
To help our bodies metabolize fat properly, we need to make a list of the worst enemies of fat metabolism. So, what are they? Artificial Sweeteners. To avoid overloading your body with toxins, you should avoid Splenda, sucralose and aspartame. Stevia is okay. Alcohol. High levels of alcohol intake can cause […]
Proper Fueling: A Fit Trainer’s Roadmap to Clean Eating
When it comes to an eating plan for your healthy lifestyle – who cares what you call it as long as you have boundless energy, strong immunity and can do anything your body asks! The goal is to train your body to derive it’s energy from proteins and fats instead of grains, legumes, processed dairy […]
Jump to Get Fit : The Power of Plyometrics
The power of plyo-what, you ask? I’m talking about fitness. And I’m talking about a type of fitness that will get you in top shape, fast. Plyometrics are insanely time efficient – you’ll never want to go back to the elliptical again! And you might never have to. Plyometrics are movements which involve jumping, or […]
The Importance of Tempos in Resistance Training
There seems to be a tempo epidemic in the gym with everyone pretty much doing the same thing. Three sets of ten reps, at an arbitrary, unconscious tempo is what I see every day. What most people don’t understand is that the speed of their lifts can heavily dictate the specific adaptations their body will […]
Run Like the Wind – Quick Tips for a Faster Race
If you want to run a faster foot race, here’s two tips on how to take a step in the right direction. 1. Stride Rate If you look at videos of world-class runners, you’ll notice that they are really fast and they have quick steps, and as a result their head barely moves up and […]
Transform Your Life with Reformer Pilates
What’s the story behind Reformer Pilates? The reformer came about at the end of WW1. The method creator Joeseph Pilates was interned in England with other German Nationals. During his internment, Pilates rigged springs to hospital beds, enabling bed ridden patients to exercise against resistance, an innovation that later led to his equipment design for […]
Nutrition in Raw vs. Cooked Food
Without a doubt, my favorite part of a healthy and fit lifestyle is the EATING! But when it comes to eating nutritious, real food, one topic that often comes up is: which is better, raw or cooked food? The easiest way to help answer the question of raw food vs. cooked food is by measuring […]