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Total Gym Addicts – Lisa’s Story

My name is Lisa Dyer. I’m a 51-year-old wife, mother, and teacher, living in Ashland, KY. As I entered my 40’s, that fast metabolism came to a screeching halt, and reality set in. I was no longer able to fit into my clothes, the scale was now hovering over a much higher number, and I was depressed and ashamed about how I had let myself get into this shape. I found a used Total Gym, and decided to put it in my bedroom where I would see it daily. I now look forward to going home in the evenings, not to watch TV, but to work out on my Total Gym.

Matcha, What is It and is it Really Good for You

I love tea as much as I love Total Gym! I actually dedicated a corner in my home to my love of tea. I found a whole world of happiness by trying out all the different types. I began my research into green tea after losing my father to cancer. I was looking for possible ways to prevent myself from the same fate as so many had passed away in my family. During my research I came across all the health benefits of green tea and specifically the wonders of matcha!

Great Total Gym Exercises for Skiers

December 5, 2018
Mike Robinson
Health & Fitness / Workout Videos / Workouts

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ONAbPCSbUMIt’s that time of the year again when I know you’re looking at your calendars and trying to find the perfect weekend to escape to some remote location where the weather is much cooler and you can enjoy countless hours of uninterrupted skiing with family & friends.Although skiing is a…

Attitude of Gratitude: Power of Mind and Staying Motivated

As I always tell my daughter, “choose gratitude over attitude”. It seems like an easy concept to incorporate into one’s life, but it is amazing how life can challenge this concept. Between social media, news, and traveling museums like the compassion project, we have an opportunity to witness how…

Can Anti-Bacterial Soaps Actually Do More Harm than Good?

After doing some research, I was surprised to discover that in 1984, two gentlemen were known to patent anti-bacterial soap. However, by 2013, manufacturers started phasing out the use of certain active ingredients, saying that they posed health risks, such as bacterial resistance or hormonal effects. If you google the…

Stay-cation Retreat Series, Part 1

November 13, 2018
Maria Sollon
Health & Fitness / Workout Videos / Workouts

Did you ever just want to take a personal life break and get away, but don’t have the time or means to go anywhere? We all need that space for ourselves to feel happy, relaxed, and maybe even inspired every day, even if it’s for a few short minutes. …

Total Gym Addicts, Derek’s Story

Hello, my name is Derek Ball and I'd like to share with you my story. Back in October of 2017 I weighed in at 370 pounds, as of October 2018 I weigh 240 pounds. The road to this achievement has a been a tough one, but I wouldn't have it…

Sleep and Muscle Growth

While you sleep, your body is active, searching for ways to fix itself and become stronger. In fact, sleep can be an important, yet often overlooked, factor in muscular development. Not only does it improve overall health and motivation for continuing your workouts, it also has specific benefits for your…

Total Gym Stretches to Enhance Your Yoga Practice

October 30, 2018
Maria Sollon
Health & Fitness / Workout Videos / Workouts

Take your yoga practice to a new level by increasing your flexibility with the help of the Total Gym. If you practice yoga regularly or are just getting into a yoga practice, there is always something to work on and improve. In order to gain flexibility, you have to train…

Total Gym Strength Exercises to Improve Your Yoga Practice

October 26, 2018
Maria Sollon
Health & Fitness / Workout Videos / Workouts

Yoga is all about balance. It is often known for its bendy, stretchy, flexible aspects, however, it’s fierce, powerful, vigorous side of strength is just as important. There is a physical and mental manifestation of balance that occurs between flexibility and strength in yoga. There’s no question that a…