Around this time of year, many of us start setting ambitious goals for the next twelve months, and many of them relate to health and fitness. These goals are admirable, but in many cases, completely unrealistic. Resolutions like fitting into a certain pair of jeans by summer, or getting up every morning at 5 am for […]
The Metabolic Advantages of Moderate Exercise
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkThere are a lot of advantages to high-intensity interval training, and moderate, steady-state exercise is often viewed as less effective. But a new study published in Medicine & Science highlights why any movement is beneficial, plus the metabolic advantage of moderate exercise in particular. From the Study Exercise scientists at the University of Guelph in […]
Three Benefits of the Private Personal Training Studio
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkMaking the decision to commit to regular workouts is an important step, but what next? Are you joining a gym? Signing up for group fitness classes? Here in Reno, Nevada, there are virtually endless fitness options. But one may serve you more than the rest. Framework Personal Training is a private personal training studio on […]
How Intense Should Workouts Really Be?
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, News /by FrameworkThe idea that every workout should be extreme or punishing is pervasive, and aggressive marketing campaigns from fitness companies and gyms are largely to blame. But how intense should workouts really be? That really depends on your personal health and fitness goals. The Science on Workout Intensity At Framework Personal Training in Reno, we specialize […]
Trouble Sleeping? Try Strength Training
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkAmong the many benefits of strength training is its effect on sleep. While there are studies that link better sleep to aerobic exercise like jogging, and walking, researchers in Australia recently looked at the connection between strength training and sleep. What they found confirmed what plenty of anecdotal evidence already tells us. If you have trouble sleeping, […]
Five Realistic Resolutions for Improving Health and Fitness in 2021
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkAround this time of year, many of us start setting ambitious goals for the next twelve months, and many of them relate to health and fitness. These goals are admirable, but in many cases, completely unrealistic. Resolutions like fitting into a certain pair of jeans by summer, or getting up every morning at 5 am for […]
Study Links Exercise to Boosted Immune Response
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkIn August, an article in the New York Times covered two studies of exercise and vaccinations with particularly timely findings. If you’re active, you may enjoy greater immunity from a flu shot than those aren’t as active. As vaccines for Covid-19 become available here in northern Nevada, it’s worth learning a little more about the […]
Here’s What Differentiates Exercise from Physical Activity
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Personal Training Tips, Reno Personal Training, Trainers /by FrameworkEver wondered if you hit the minimum daily requirement of activity just going through your daily routine? It’s not likely. For most of us, our regular daily physical activity would quality as light to moderate in intensity. Defining Exercise and Physical Activity Exercise is generally defined as a form of planned physical activity that’s mindfully […]
3 Kinds of Exercise to Boost the Immune System
/0 Comments/in Fitness, Personal Training Tips, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkA healthy immune system is important all the time, but some people are paying more attention to protecting theirs these days. It makes sense, and it’s easier than you think. Exercise has been proven to boost the immune system, helping it more efficiently target harmful pathogens. As we get older, the importance of exercise only […]
Researchers Confirm the Link Between Fitness and Mental Health
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkWhile there’s plenty of anecdotal evidence about the link between physical health and mental health, a big study has just confirmed what we already knew. More than 150,000 participants underwent tests to measure their fitness and assess their anxiety and depression with standard clinical questionnaires between August 2009 and December 2010. Seven years later, the same […]
The Benefit of Sticking to Your Fitness Plan Over the Holidays – Even During a Pandemic
/0 Comments/in Featured, Fitness, News, Reno Personal Training /by FrameworkThe global pandemic is still turning the world upside down, even right here in Reno, Nevada. And with the added uncertainty and stress of the upcoming holiday season, it might be tempting to abandon your commitment to fitness. We understand the motivation, but maintaining your health is more important than ever. Here’s the benefit of consistent […]