When I discuss toning a body, I think of a dancer’s body. A dancer’s body is lithe, powerful and strong. There are subtle, attractive muscles that shine through and look natural to the body. This differs from building pounds of muscle which can also be attractive but results in obvious…
https://youtu.be/uA92Rns4WBA Have you ever injured your rotator cuff at any point in your life? If you haven’t, then that’s great to hear, and you should definitely appreciate the fact that you have not had to deal with that before. But if you’ve had a rotator cuff injury, then you most…
The warmer weather is here and for many of us near open waters, that means it’s time to hit the beach! The beach is a great place to relax and recharge. Reading, napping, good conversation with family and friends; these are all healthy options. The beach is also a great…
I love my Total Gym! As a person who makes a living as a fitness trainer, this one piece of equipment allows me to give my clients safe, unique, and efficient workouts. One of the assets my clients and I love is the Total Gym’s versatility. I could literally train…
https://youtu.be/JNzke5TCS9A Squatting should be a staple in anyone’s fitness routine. No matter what your goal or ability level is, humans were made to squat. It’s evident in how children and toddlers bend to pick something up, or play with something on the floor. It’s a movement that is engrained in…
here's nothing better than going outside on a nice warm day, paddling peacefully on a beautiful body of water. The air is fresh, the water is inviting, and your mind can wander as you paddle upstream on a canoe or a kayak! Canoeing, amongst other water activities, is not only…
Surf’s up people! SUP could mean ‘surf’s up people’, or you may have used it as slang for ‘what's up’, but in terms of paddleboarding, ever hear of Stand Up Paddleboarding? SUP is growing in mainstream popularity for all ages. It's a great way to get exercise while enjoying the…
Your assignment to exercise your butt and thighs, is just in time for summer! We spent some time at SPA 23 in Pompton Plains, NJ which has Total Gym Gravity classes as well as private sessions. We provided five exercises that target the quads, hamstrings, glutes, and abductors, making sure…
What’s your motivation for exercising? Generally, popular responses include: Trying to lose a couple pounds Avoid injuries Play with the grandkids Getting ready for a big event - wedding, reunion, etc. Want to build confidence… and look good at the beach Just want to stay healthy and be “fit” Whatever…
One of the many things I love about the Total Gym is its versatility. And what makes the Total Gym even more versatile are all the attachments that the brilliant engineers at Total Gym are constantly inventing. Today I'd like to highlight an attachment that can truly turn up the…