Between the extra shopping trips, rich foods, house guests, and schedule changes, the holiday season can make sticking to that fitness routine a challenge. But the truth is, maintaining your schedule and fitness momentum is a smarter move than abandoning your training temporarily with the goal of picking it up again in January. Here are […]
3 Reasons to Stick to Your Fitness Schedule Through the Holidays
/0 Comments/in Fitness /by FrameworkBetween the extra shopping trips, rich foods, house guests, and schedule changes, the holiday season can make sticking to that fitness routine a challenge. But the truth is, maintaining your schedule and fitness momentum is a smarter move than abandoning your training temporarily with the goal of picking it up again in January. Here are […]
Should I Join a Gym or Hire a Personal Trainer?
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkWith Thanksgiving a few weeks away and the holiday season just around the corner, many people push any thought of nutrition and fitness well into the New Year. After all, “getting fit” and “losing weight” are among the most common New Year’s resolutions. But if that applies to you, have you considered how best to […]
Four Tips for Making the Most of Fitness in the Fall
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkMother Nature is putting on a spectacular show this year, with the leaves changing slowly and the temperatures taking a gradual dip. You may be excited to dig out the sweaters and scarves, and maybe even enjoy a pumpkin spice latte or two, but have you thought about fitness? Staying on track during the holidays […]
Here’s How Well Seniors Respond to Strength Training
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Personal Training Tips, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkWhile those enjoying their golden years may not have the energy and stamina of their youth, they still benefit from regular resistance training. In fact, here are seven reasons that show just how well seniors respond to strength training. Strength Training for Seniors Regular exercise with a certified personal trainer is a safe and highly beneficial activity […]
How Posture Affects Everything – Including Your Workouts
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkWe’ve written before about the many benefits of working with a personal trainer. But not all trainers are equal, and if you’re researching options, it’s worth your time asking about whether a potential trainer offers a postural analysis. That’s because posture affects everything – including your workouts. Here’s what to know about the postural analysis, […]
Four Excellent Benefits of Functional Training for Seniors
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkFunctional training is one of those industry buzzwords, but it’s a philosophy rooted in common sense. This kind of training mimics movements in your day-to-day life, which means you spend time and effort helping your body prepare itself for common physical tasks – everything from rising to a standing position, reaching down to pick something […]
Three Benefits to Training in a Private Gym
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkFramework Personal Training is a private, by-appointment personal training studio on Lakeside Drive here in Reno. Unlike many of the other fitness facilities in town, it’s not open to general membership but rather designed for those receiving training with our certified personal trainers. This kind of arrangement works well for so many reasons. Here are […]
Testing for Tight Hamstrings
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkIt’s a common misconception that tight hamstrings are the reason some people can’t touch their toes. But the anatomy of the hamstring is such that in some cases, a short muscle can sometimes be mistaken for one that is tight. There are a few reasons for shortening of the muscle fibers, including lack of movement (too […]
Are Standing Ab Exercises More Effective?
/0 Comments/in Fitness /by FrameworkWe wrote previously about standing for abdominal work, and after reading contrary opinions online about the efficacy of standing ab exercises, we’re re-visiting this topic. The true benefit of standing ab exercises is in their emphasis on movement – not muscle. Here’s why. Standing Ab Exercises vs Seated Activating your core with crunches and planks puts […]
The Real Impact of Bad Exercise Technique
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Personal Training Tips /by FrameworkIt’s easy enough to rationalize the importance of correct form when you’re pushing or pulling heavy weights in the gym. Obviously, you don’t want to hurt yourself. But you may be surprised to learn the real impact of bad exercise technique, which isn’t just a greater risk of injury. Understanding the Mechanics A body is in […]