Exercise your Power of Discipline
"There are no short cuts to any place worth going." ~ Beverly Sills What do you think of when you hear the word discipline? Perhaps you think about getting in trouble or being scolded by your parents when you were growing up, while your parents thought of what they were doing as training you to behave a certain way so that your actions later in life would be of a positive nature. Most of us wouldn’t have gotten very far without discipline. Both the Indianapolis Colts and the New Orleans Saints wouldn’t have made it to the Super Bowl without the power ...
Are you intimidated by your gym membership?
“If you don't know where you are going, you will wind up somewhere else!” ~ Yogi Berra Yes, it's February and many have a full month of their new year's resolution of starting an exercise program under their belts. But if you're like the rest, you might still be holding on to that last little bit of procrastination. Perhaps you’re searching for the best deal at the local health clubs or you’re waiting for the wind to blow in your direction just right. As an owner of multiple health clubs, I find a huge number of people who join without ...
What’s your compassion level?
“Life is a gift, and it offers us the privilege, opportunity, and responsibility to give something back by becoming more.” ~ Anthony Robbins Everywhere you turn, there are relief efforts going on for the devastation faced in Haiti these past few weeks. Whether those efforts include local fire departments sending men and women to help with emergency efforts or churches sending over their pastors and other clergymen to offer hope – the eyes of the world are on Haiti. Depending on which news channel you tune in to, the graphic shots of men, women and children being pulled from debris, ...
A Moment on the Lips…
"Obesity is a condition which proves that the Lord does not help those who help themselves and help themselves and help themselves..." ~ Author Unknown We’ve all heard the saying “A moment on the lips… forever on the hips.” So true! Have you ever found yourself at a Mexican restaurant eating chips and salsa before your combination plate arrives? You may have sat down hungry, and once you started eating those chips, you just couldn’t stop. By the time your main meal arrives, you’re already full, yet you keep on eating. Then we find ourselves miserable for the next few hours! ...
A workout a day could keep the doctor away!
"Exercise can be used like a vaccine to prevent disease and a medication to treat disease. If there were a drug with the same benefits as exercise, it would instantly be the standard of care.” ~ Robert Sallis, M.D. What if on your next visit to your health care provider, you were told to take a brisk 30 minute walk every day and call back in a week if you didn’t start feeling better. Would you feel slighted if you didn’t leave with a prescription to be filled? With more than half of Americans on at least one prescription drug (three ...
Exercise – What’s in it for you?
“The good Lord gave you a body that can stand most anything. It’s your mind you have to convince.” ~ Henry Ward Beecher Most of you have your resolutions in mind or written down for 2010. Most likely at the top of your list is weight loss or getting in shape fast. We all know that to achieve those weight loss goals or resolutions, you must be motivated. A lack of motivation seems to be the one thing that keeps us from moving forward and achieving our goals. Below are ten tips to help keep you motivated to exercise: 1. Know the ...
Another chance to begin again in 2010
“Every man should be born again on the first day of January. Start with a fresh page. Take up one more hole in the buckle if necessary, or let down one, according to circumstances; but on the first of January let every man gird himself once more, with his face to the front, and take no interest in the things that were and are past.” ~ Henry Ward Beecher With the last few days of the year winding down, you’re probably savoring every bite of the last of the holiday goodies and indulging in activities you’ll probably think twice about ...
Merry Christmas to all my social media family!
"Gifts of time and love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly Merry Christmas." ~ Peg Bracken With Christmas being this week, I wanted to take a break from the usual motivational exercise blog. Many families and friends will be coming together to share not only the love of the season, but the love of one another. Relationships – yes that’s what really matters when it’s all said and done. Being of Italian descent, traditions have played a huge role in the way I was brought up and the way I’ve raised my own family. We’ve always had big ...
Work out a way to keep your peace and joy during the holidays
Stress is when you wake up screaming and you realize you haven't fallen asleep yet. ~ Anonymous With the holidays in full swing, you’re most likely finding yourself dealing with some extra stress. You’re finding it impossible to catch a breath, must less relax. Whether you’re driving endlessly around the mall parking lot looking for that one spot to open up or perhaps you’re finding it hard to say no to another holiday party or activity, there’s no doubt that you may be feeling anxious. While many put their physical fitness on the back burner this time of year, now ...
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Exercise your Power of Discipline
“There are no short cuts to any place worth going.” ~ Beverly Sills What do you think of when you hear the word discipline? Perhaps you think about getting in trouble or being scolded by your parents when you were growing up, while your parents thought of what they were doing as training you to behave a certain way so that your actions... [Read More]
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Maximize Time
Today’s workout let’s maximize your time -- if you bring the intensity, this workout should be no more than 30 minutes and a killer fat burning workout sure to help you lose that unwanted extra weight! Warm up: 1 mile run (at 60% max for beginner’s, 80% for advanced) Fat Burning Workout Routine: - Sprawl/Burpees (4 count for beginners,... [Read More]
Ron Betta
Here’s an upper-body blast workout by Ron Betta; a Fitness Lifestyle Coach based in Orlando, Florida and author of Outstanding You: Discover, Design and Achieve Ultimate Fitness. You can visit Ron’s blog here. You can do this workout every third day to stay conditioned. It’s a simple workout that really challenges the chest, back... [Read More]
Up and Down Olympus
I got this workout from my buddy Kevin McMahon who did a killer video wod for Crossfit Los Gatos below. This full body crossfit workout is done for time and will get your heart rate up for a max fat burning workout! Featured in the video are Justin and Shaun from Crossfit Los Gatos. Workout Routine: - with 135lbs, do 4 minutes of the following: 1x... [Read More]
The Hills
I have to be honest, I’m not super excited about doing today’s workout but I know how important power and endurance is for overall fitness stamina and strength. Sprinting hills is one of my worst nightmares. It reminds me of my football days at Fresno State. But the feeling I get when it’s all over is unbelievably rewarding! Not... [Read More]
Joy Booker
In today’s ab workout we are going to do a warm up, cardio interval then focus on core strength using Joy Booker’s pick of the best ab exercises and ab workouts. Joy has been a fitness instructor for 13 years and is also a Certified Law Enforcement Police Academy trainer. Core strength helps to protect our back, keep us strong and prevent... [Read More]
Max Effort
In today’s workout routine focusing on shoulders you will reach your max effort! We will be pushing some weight, so get ready, warm up and workout at your max effort! Warm up: - 3 sets of; 2 minute Jump Rope and 10 Medicine Ball Push Ups Workout Routine: - 4 seated dumbbell Shoulder Press - 4 Front Squats - 4 Thrusters - This workout routine... [Read More]
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Up and Down Olympus
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The Hills
I have to be honest, I’m not super excited about doing today’s workout...
Taylor Ryan
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Sprints
Today’s interval workout will focus on power and endurance. This sprint workout...
300 Workout
Ever see the movie 300 and wonder how Gerard Butler got in that amazing shape? Strong,...
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Core Body Workouts
Joy Booker
In today’s ab workout we are going to do a warm up, cardio interval then focus...
Six Pack Abs
As a trainer, one question I get a lot from clients and members is: “How...
Hard Core
In today’s core workout we are going to focus on back and ab exercises for...
Fighter’s Abs
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Strong Abs
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Upper Body Workouts
Ron Betta
Here’s an upper-body blast workout by Ron Betta; a Fitness Lifestyle Coach...
Max Effort
In today’s workout routine focusing on shoulders you will reach your max effort!...
The Best Chest
Today’s workout routine is simple and focuses on the chest. The best way to...
Tabata Chest
Today, let’s blast our chest and triceps with this upper body Tabata chest...
Shoulder Blast
NASA's Opportunity Rover on Mars Today’s free upper body workout routine...
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Lower Body Workouts
Maximize Time
Today’s workout let’s maximize your time -- if you bring the intensity,...
“I Have a Dream…”
Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr, who brought hope...
Butt Lift
Let’s talk about your butt. We complain that it’s either too big, too...
Leg Workout
Today’s lower body leg workout will strengthen your thighs by focusing on exercises...
Shari Fitness
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