When it comes to recovery from alcohol or drug abuse, there is psychological and physical damage to repair. During this process, exercise can have tremendous benefits. Here are four reasons exercise is so important in recovery. Stress Relief Tension in the body comes from internal and external stressors, and movement is the best way to alleviate […]
Aesthetics aside, a strong core is an integral part of your overall strength. When you’re being active – anything from climbing into the car to squatting at the gym to walking across the room – the movements that make this happen affect your core. That means weak, inflexible core muscles can negatively impact how well you […]
Pop quiz – is it possible to work out a specific part of the body consistently to see really impressive results (and less fat) in that area? Would extra sets of squats give you a better booty, or hundreds of curls give mean really impressive arms? The fitness industry wants you to believe it, if […]
If fitness is part of your lifestyle – and it should be – you probably spend time thinking about workouts, calories in and out, strength training and cardio. But there’s another important element that doesn’t get nearly as much attention, even though it can have a huge impact on your health. Here are five reasons […]
Things change as we age, and that should include our approach to fitness. If you aren’t exercising in any meaningful way, and you never had, it’s never too late to begin. And if you are familiar with exercise, here’s how fitness changes after 40. Changes to the Body After 40 From birth until age 30, […]
With so many fads, trends and buzzwords in the fitness industry, it can be a challenge to keep them straight. So what makes functional training different? The idea is simple. You perform exercises that mimic the actions of daily life to build strength, mobility and power – fitness for the real world. The focus isn’t on […]
Walk into any mainstream gym and odds are high that you can find a personal trainer for an additional fee. But there’s a fine line between “personal trainer” and “salesperson,” and on the surface, it can be hard to tell the difference. Here are three reasons personal trainers are not all equal, and what you […]
When it comes to fitness, you’ll often hear that consistency is key. So what happens when you’re sidelined by an injury or an extended illness? How do you stay fit (and sane) during injury recovery? We polled the pros at Framework Personal Training here in Reno, and here’s what they recommend. Don’t Beat Yourself Up […]
It’s an age-old question – do I really need a personal trainer? That depends on you and your goals, of course, but no one can deny that hiring the right personal trainer is a recipe for success – and that’s not all. Here are six benefits you’ll only enjoy when you have a personal trainer. You’ll Learn […]
Some form of improved fitness or weight loss is one of the most common New Year’s resolutions. But by February, a huge percentage of people who made that goal have already given up. There are lots of reasons for this, but it boils down to a lack of planning and no strategy. Here are six steps […]