What Is “Foundation Training?" What I love about writing assignments is that they give me the opportunity to expand the knowledge base and share with others. This is the case with Foundation Training (FT), an exercise format focused on safely stretching the back muscles while strengthening the core. This format was developed by…
The Fittest and Fattest Cities In America: The Growth of Obesity, Exergaming & Other Info. The Huffington Post recently released their list of the top ten , most physically fit cities in the United States in 2015 and ranked them as follows: Washington, D.C. Minneapolis, Minnesota San Diego, California San…
https://youtu.be/k6QdR0Dt7kg How Fit Can You Get In 2 Weeks?! - Week 2 Get ready to see how fit you can become in record time! It can be done with strong efforts, consistency, and a program to progress with for a set time frame. Let's kick it up a notch…
Boxer-specific training on the Total Gym: I think we can all agree that professional boxers are in great shape. If you aren’t so sure, put on some gloves and hop in a ring for 3 minutes while someone throws punches at your head and then get back to me. Now…
4-Week Marathon Training GuideHow To Train For Your First Marathon: Week 4. As we wind down our final week of training, I want to remind you that running a marathon is about you. Setting goals and benchmarks for your own motivation and competitive appetite are fine, just remember that…
Exercises to Reduce Fibromyalgia Pain: What is fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is thought to be the result of overactive nerves. It is a condition that results in chronic widespread pain and tenderness all over. Here’s exactly what that means: “Chronic” means that the pain lasts a long time—at least 3 months. Many…
How Fit Can You Get in 2 Weeks? Put your body to the test by seeing how fit you can become within 2 weeks! You will be amazed at how much your fitness level can improve in such a short amount of time. Fitness challenges force you to get moving and make a change in…
6 Reasons Your Hands and Feet May Always Be Cold: Are your friends complaining that your hands are always cold? Do you find yourself longing to be warmed by the sun, sit by a blazing hot fire or turn the thermostat up to 80 degrees when others feel comfortable in…
Introducing: Total Gym Row Trainer: Row training is all of the rage today. The Total Gym Row Trainer takes this rage to a whole new level of fun and excitement. If you want a superb cardio workout that trains the entire body, not just the legs, then it is time…
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PT Corner: Exercises Designed To Prevent Shin Splints. A few years ago while training for the Boston Marathon, I developed shin splints. I thought if I could just make it through the race I would then do everything I could to rid myself of shin splints, and prevent myself from getting them…