The Power of Fasting: How to Give Your Body a Break for Lasting Health and Mental ClarityI am a big fan of fasting, and for good reason. Every time I fast, I am reminded just how complex our digestive system truly is — and how much work our bodies do…
https://youtu.be/dofsq8Pm1R8Total Gym F(all) Star ChallengeA 60-Day Reset to Match the Season’s ShiftPart 2: Mid-Season Momentum + Workout #2Maria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PESSeasons change, and workouts should too!We’re halfway through the F(all) Star Challenge, and you, my friend, are a workout star champ. Whether you’ve been powering through since day one…
Why You Need Fiber – and Lots of It!I am constantly increasing the quantity of fiber that my clients consume because their elimination is weak. Most people simply do not eat nearly enough fruit and vegetables to get the daily fiber needed to support their gut and overall health. The…
Protein…facts you need to know.Clients often come in asking me about protein, eager to ensure they’re eating enough—especially because I encourage everyone to eat more fruits and vegetables. But here’s what most people don’t realize: protein in its whole form isn’t directly usable by your body. Before it can nourish you, protein…
https://youtu.be/Tf8MN5EEX-8Total Gym F(all) Star ChallengeA 60-Day Reset to Match the Season’s ShiftMaria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PESSeasons change, and workouts should too! As the sun sets on summer’s heat and fall’s crisp air rolls in, it’s the perfect time to refresh your routine. Change is in the air — literally, and…
https://youtu.be/pgphKba8YwUStellar Leg & Core Total Gym WorkoutFeaturing the X-Large Squat StandHello Total Gym Team! It’s Master Trainer JayDee here for an installment of a new Total Gym Accessory-Based Workout Series.Each vlog/blog in this series will feature one of the awesome accessories designed by the brilliant engineers at Total Gym. Today,…
https://youtu.be/Irj59FkBG8sBeyond the Glideboard: 5 Total Gym-Inspired Moves You Can Do AnywhereMaria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PESStrength Travels With You — No Equipment NeededTravel shouldn’t mean hitting pause on your health. Whether you’re off for a work trip, escaping on a weekend getaway, or switching up your routine outdoors, consistency is what…
My Top 3 Must-Have Supplements and Why You Need ThemSupplements are a massive industry—heavily marketed and often confusing for consumers. As a result, many people end up buying low-quality brands, products they don't really need, or worse, supplements that are ineffective or poorly absorbed. While everyone is unique and may…
https://youtu.be/sRYsnY7UP80Attention Total Gym PickleBall Peeps! 5 Great Total Gym Exercises to Elevate Your GameHey TG Team! It’s Master Trainer JayDee and fellow pickleball fanatic here to share 5 exercises with 3 simple, practical goals:Increase Your Pickleball LevelDecrease Your Chances of InjuryIncrease Your Fun Factor!It’s simple math Team. 1 + 2…
The Gut-Brain Connection: Understanding the Vagus Nerve and Its Powerful InfluenceWe’ve all heard the saying “trust your gut,” but few people realize just how deeply connected our gut is to our brain. This powerful connection is largely driven by the vagus nerve, the longest cranial nerve in our body, which…