I’ve been personal training and coaching athletes for over 10 years now. One of the most difficult parts of my job is eliciting the small lifestyle changes that need to take place in order to get someone the results they desire. Most people who walk in our doors are willing to put in the work […]
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5 Reasons People Don’t Trust the Fitness Industry
1. Locking someone into a yearly contract for a cheap rate and banking on them not showing up. A lot of the big gyms will “cut a deal” if you sign up for a longer period of time like a one or two year contract. Most gyms will offer you the deal because they figure […]
Member Spotlight – Liz Ward
I am most proud of my guns! I’ve always wanted to have definition in my arms, and sometimes I’ll look at my arms when I’m riding my bike and think, “Oh! How nice.” I started working out at Hustle Fitness in the fall of 2011. My goal has always been to be lean […]
Ready for a Lifestyle Change? Follow These 5 Universal Diet Guidelines
I had a friend recently come to me with a few nutrition questions. She was starting a new nutrition plan and wanted some advice on type of diet. First, let me say when I use the term “diet,” I mean the actual foods a person consumes. I am not implying someone limits their caloric intake […]
Run Stronger, Not Longer
Improving your your personal best at any distance may not be an issue of running more frequently, but rather taking the time to improve strength and technique. Running is easily the most popular form of exercise around the world. It makes sense—running is one of the most primal expressions of muscular endurance and power, and […]
The Ultimate Guide to High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT): What You Need to Know High-Intensity Interval Training, or HIIT, has been used for many years. As with many fitness trends, what is old often becomes new again, and the current generation may believe they’ve discovered the most effective methods. Nowadays, it’s almost impossible to pick up a health magazine or […]
Group Fitness Classes, what constitutes proper etiquette?
In this contemporary era, the fitness industry is flourishing as more and more people seek fun and effective exercises that will help them slim down and tone up, and feel great in their bodies. While there are a variety of ways to accomplish these goals, many people enjoy participating in group fitness classes to maximize […]
Total Body Workouts for the Busy Professional
It is pretty common knowledge that there are countless positive benefits gained from regular physical activity. For the busy professional trying to maintain a proper work and life balance, finding extra time and motivation to work out is not only difficult—it often seems impossible. The fitness and health industry has responded by dedicating more time […]
Kettlebell Workouts, back to the basics
Over the last few years kettlebell training has grown in popularity. This is partly responsible due to the public affirmation by several celebrity trainers confirming the array of benefits and the versatility of the workouts. In some ways kettlebells are comparable to dumbbells; however, kettlebells offer increased movement and the use of momentum. Dumbbells are […]
Private personal training, is it right for me?
Staying fit is something that should be a priority in everyone’s life. Many believe that private personal training provides the ultimate approach to personal fitness. Although looking good is always a positive motivator and easy to measure, staying healthy is even more important. By following a fitness program, a person can decrease their chances of […]
