FRESH! Fitness - A division of FRESH! Wellness Group
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The body does not respond very well going from inactivity to very intense activity. The cardiovascular, musculo-skeletal, neurological and metabolic energy pathways need to be gradually stimulated in order to perform at an optimal level. In other words...you need to WARM-UP properly to get the most out of your workout! Muscles that are warm have a much better ability to extract and utilize … [Read more...]
Resistance Training (aka weight training) is the “missing link” in so many programs. Those who aren’t doing it have been missing out on the #1 way to boost metabolism, get a fit, functional, fabulous body, and feel amazing! On the other hand, we find that those who are doing resistance training regularly on their own are often doing it incorrectly and missing some important benefits.The … [Read more...]
As I’m mentioned in the past, mixing up your program is critical to long-term success. We are always looking for more ways to “Shock” the body into adapting. “Doubling-up” on your workouts is a great way to do this. This means that you perform two workouts (or activity sessions) in a single day. From a time perspective, it isn’t convenient to do this all the time. However, … [Read more...]
If you’ve ever worked with us before, you will know that at FRESH!, we do not believe in machines. Some mechanical tools are helpful, but most people are slaves to the almighty machines in the typical health club. This is especially true with cardio equipment. Go to any health club during a busy time and you will be hard pressed to find an available machine. There may even be a line-up … [Read more...]
If you want to change something, you've got to change something. Makes sense, doesn't it? If you follow the same program for a long period of time, your body will adapt. You are eventually going to have to do something different, something your body is not used to - something to "shock" your body into burning more calories, boosting your speed, increasing strength, or whatever it is you want … [Read more...]
If running (or cycling, swimming, walking, etc.) is the only cardio activity you do, your running muscles will continue to get stronger and stronger, but the muscles that are neglected will get weaker. The end result of this is a muscle imbalance and ultimately injury...which defeats the purpose of exercising in the first place! Now, the pessimists out there are probably saying, “Great! … [Read more...]
It is important to include some cardio workouts that are long and easy, others that are short and hard and others that are of a moderate duration and intensity. This will ensure training effects for all energy and training systems. … [Read more...]
It's bathing suit season and you want flat abs to flaunt. While I commend your desire to slim down before baring it all, I'm here to warn you of the 5 myths that most people believe. Don't waste your time on these: … [Read more...]
Jon Gabriel was stuck. At nearly 410 pounds, he had tried every diet imaginable - with no luck. No matter what approach he took to lose weight, his body would fight him, and he would inevitably end up heaver than before. … [Read more...]
Far too often fitness is presented as complicated and confusing. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Being fit comes from living the following simple everyday practices: … [Read more...]
