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From the Trainers...
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Get the Most Bang for Your Buck
by Sheila Kalas,
Owner and Personal Trainer
One of my favorite sayings, in regards to any workout, is "get
the most bang for your buck." Your "buck" can be money or time, both of which are very
valuable. What I mean by this is to get the absolute most out of every workout,
with no wasted movement or energy. This takes good communication between you
and your trainer. Both you and your trainer need to be on the same page as to
what your goals are. You, the client, have the major role in this relationship.
Trainers can not read your mind and should try to guess what is important to
you. You must communicate it to them; it is their job to help you reach YOUR
goals, not theirs. Several of my clients have, as some part of their goals, to
lose or maintain their weight. So, it is my job to focus on burning as many
calories as I can each and every workout. That type of workout is very
different from a workout designed for a client whose main goal is to improve
balance and stability, or for someone who is training for a specific
competitive event. I am confident that I can design a workout program that can
help someone achieve their goals, but I have no idea how to provide success to
someone who does not tell me what they want. Remember, personal is training is
just that, personal. Talk to your trainer about what YOU want and need to
insure you always get "the most bang for your workout buck." |
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Congratulations to Fitness Plus client Alex McIntyre on his
recent nearly-30-pound weight loss. Alex, a student at Transylvania University,
has worked with Fitness Plus trainer Josh Sato over the last few months to
reverse the "damage" that the typical college life can do to your body. In
addition to being dedicated to his workouts, he has made several dietary
changes and has taken the time to learn how to keep this weight off. Way to go
Alex.
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Greetings!
Wow! Finally spring is in
our sights..............amazing what a little sunshine can do for the spirit. Spring is
a wonderful thing. Not only do you feel better, but the longer days and warmer
temperatures combine for a great opportunity to increase your caloric
expenditure. Take advantage! Instead of
having to come home from work in the dark and cold only to sit in front of the TV
or the computer, you can go attack your garden, yard, or just go for a walk
with your spouse, your kids or just your dog. Most people do put on a few
pounds over the winter, even if they have kept up with their workouts. Don't
stress, just getting out and enjoying being able to "play" outside will burn
that winter weight right off.
Have a great month,
Sheila
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What's Happening at Fitness Plus
It has been a busy time for several of the Fitness Plus
staff members. Massage therapist Jennifer Patterson is expecting her second
child; trainer, Jessica Ray and her husband closed on their new home; trainer
Gary Ditsch competed in a marathon in New Orleans and trainer Chris Williams
celebrated another victory with his racehorse, Be Fair. Congratulations to all.
One more reminder of our new neighbors, Swim, Bike, Run,
Kentucky. We are happy to have this triathlon training business next door and
want to be a good neighbor. Please do not park in the three parking spots they
have. Fitness Plus clients can use Fitness Plus, MSI, and Season's Catering
spots. Ask your trainer if you are not sure where you are allowed to park.
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How to Keep Fruits and Veggies Fresh
SparkPeople
Eating more fruits and vegetables is a requirement for every healthy
eater. But when you buy more fresh produce, do you end up throwing away
more than you eat? You're not alone.
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Can Salmon Save Your Skin?
EatingWell
 If you spend your summer vacation soaking up the sun, your best defense
(second to sunscreen, of course) may be what you order for dinner.
Healthy omega-3 fatty acids in oily fish can boost your skin's defenses
against UV damage, explains epidemiologist Adèle Green, Ph.D. Read more from EatingWell.com >>
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The Rehab Corner
Keith Duerler, MPT
 Warmer weather is coming soon, which will mean a return to
playing golf after the long winter break for many of you. If you have not
been training specifically for golf over the winter, it is an important reminder
that to avoid early season soreness or injury, START SLOWLY. You should work on
some specific exercises and stretches to help properly prepare your body for
playing golf. The next few weeks are perfect for this. In addition to
helping avoid injury and early-season soreness, you will see an immediate
improvement in your game. Golfers who do work on specific exercises often
comment that it feels like they never stopped playing over the winter. Attached
are several links to video clips of some specific golf stretches/exercises that
I like and often utilize in my work with golfers. If you wish for a more
detailed approach to your golf exercise, I offer complete golf swing assessment/analysis
with a golf-oriented approach to implementing specific stretches and strength
exercises that will help your golf game. It has been exciting to see and hear
many of the positive results of those I have had the opportunity to work
with. Do not hesitate to call or contact me with any related questions. If
you are working with one of our trainers currently, it is not a problem at all
to have the golf assessment and then implement specific areas to work on with
your trainer and in your home exercise routine.
Have a great month getting out there and hitting them long
and straight!
MyTPI.com Link 1
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MyTPI.com Link 3
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