We all know that colder weather is coming and with the change in season, we must take extra care to boost our immune health. Here are my top 6 recommendations: 1) Stay away from all refined sugars and eat real food instead. Foods such as soft drinks, fruits juices, cookies,…
https://youtu.be/qKFulNGnXFk Happy Halloween all you ghouls, bats, sexy cats, and kittens! Whether you’re trick-or-treating with the kids or dressing up for a costume party, your muscles need something to scream about! Let’s start off your day with a Halloween-inspired workout challenge to get you in the spooky spirit. So, I…
https://youtu.be/rpFwl_ytrVg The chill is in the air and it’s a perfect time to spook your muscles with a Halloween themed workout that will have your entire body screaming for more! (That’s a scary thought right?!) Seasonal workouts can be extra fun! Especially knowing you might be sneaking more treats during…
https://youtu.be/FoaVbAO5uGo Exercise and training your body is like anything else you do in life - if you are completely focused on what you’re doing, you’re going to get the most out of it. Read on to learn 3 simple workout concepts that will maximize your benefits and the ROI -…
We all know that there are many different varieties of squash, but did you realize that some are considered summer squash, while others are referred to as winter squash? Whatever you choose, they both contain an abundance of nutritional content. Summer squash, such as zucchini, crookneck, and chayote contain calcium,…
https://youtu.be/SpmoIsvJIjQ Did you know that a 10-minute HIIT routine can burn as many calories as 30 minutes on the treadmill?! A study by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) found that performing two weeks of HIIT workouts is equivalent to six to eight weeks of endurance training. So, if…
When we think of stress, we immediately associate it with something negative. This is not always true. As humans we have developed a keen sense of survival in our nervous system called the flight or fight response. Back in the day, this was the mechanism that helped us to escape…
https://youtu.be/Xioek06bveghttps://youtu.be/kKjST2weEDc Hey Total Gym fanatics! I know we all love our Total Gym, but since the summer weather is still going strong, it’s a perfect reason to get outdoors for a fitness adventure. If you’re looking to switch-up your indoor routine, let’s take it outside! Changing up your workout will…
https://youtu.be/yzd-9E43_48https://youtu.be/E5hHndniUvM Amp up your fitness regimen by complimenting your Total Gym routine with a new favorite outdoor activity or with exercises you can do in nature. When the weather is nice, it’s an ideal time to take your workouts outside. This not only gives your muscles a different routine, but…
https://youtu.be/fU-UNfAjy9M Ok, Total Gym Team, it’s Master Trainer JayDee back so let’s jump right in with week #5. Here is this week’s Three-Prong Attack adhering to my version of the K.I.S.S. acronym - Keep It Sweet and Simple. For more details on each of these important points, see weeks #1…