Many of us are confused about the topic of heart rate zones for cardiovascular conditioning, and nowhere is the information more vague than for our senior population. This is what seniors should know about fitness and target heart rates. Target Heart Rates It has generally been believed that the formula that is most practical for […]
For years, personal trainers were something for celebrities and athletes. These days, more people seem to have personal trainers than not. And it makes sense – if you’re working out anyway, why not get professional support and guidance to make the most of the time you spend training? But there’s more to it than that. […]
As we age, orthopedic conditions become an issue for all of us. Effective exercise is the key to keeping joints flexible and bone ligaments and muscles strong and healthy. All too often, the onset of orthopedic conditions results in less exercise – and that’s a problem. If you have orthopedic conditions, there’s a personal trainer […]
There was time in the fitness industry during which it was not expected for a trainer to work with rehabilitation as it related to injuries. With the huge growth in the industry due to the baby boomer population and the ubiquity of group fitness, that period has passed. But just because there are more courses […]
For some, the decision to hire a personal trainer is simple. They hire a trainer because they don’t know the first thing about proper technique, or because they find gym equipment confusing and intimidating. They hire a trainer because they’ve been working out for a while, and they’ve hit a plateau that they can’t seem […]
Being successful as a personal trainer can be defined in different ways by different people. After 21 years as a trainer here in Reno, my definition of being successful as a personal trainer has simplified to this: providing training that best serves the client as an individual. I’ve found this is best accomplished with a three-tiered approach. […]
Q. Besides the obvious, what are the main differences between cardio training and weight training? And is one always a better choice than the other if you’re short on time? A. A weight training session is a form of strength training that involves resistance. This stresses the muscles, which causes them to adapt and become […]
With the holidays nearly upon us, New Year’s resolutions aren’t far behind. “Losing weight” or “getting fit” or some version of those ideas are likely to top many a list, and that begs the question: is it better to hire a personal trainer or join a gym? Hey, good question. Here’s the short answer. Hiring […]
Any discussion of the “right” amount of time for a training session has to prefaced by saying that there really is no definitive answer. If you’re training for a marathon, or an obstacle/endurance race, or a CrossFit competition, or just to be strong and healthy, your needs are going to drive your training frequency and […]
For years, the fitness industry has perpetuated the myth that exercise is the key to getting into “the best shape of your life!!!” It’s evident in every gym commercial or infomercial for thigh and butt blasters or celebrity fitness video series. Unfortunately, the idea that we just need to sweat more to stay fit is […]