I’ve been in the personal training industry for 18 years, and I have met some pretty impressive personal trainers through different trade shows, industry conventions and virtual events. I’ve had the privilege of meeting personal trainers that have trained some pretty famous celebrities and Olympic athletes, and I’ve even met trainers that have been on […]
Day 1:You wake up in the morning, eat your healthy and nutritious breakfast, and then you head to work. Thanks to your good night’s sleep and your healthy breakfast, you feel energized and productive, and you are rocking the day!Then you start to feel a little hungry, look at your watch and realize it’s lunch […]
It has been a long time since my last high school gym class, but I miss it! I think I’m in the minority, but I absolutely loved gym class.Volleyball, mat ball, hockey… all things I looked forward to every day. If I could attend gym class today, I would! I would pay money for a […]
Due to Covid, many people have given up their gym memberships in hopes of creating a home gym to help them stay active. We know that because of the large decline in gym memberships, and the fact that it is nearly impossible to find dumbbells or weight benches anywhere right now.The caution of spreading germs […]
You probably know that to lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you take in. But cutting calories can be tough, especially when you are just getting started. Smaller portions can leave you wanting more. So how can you eat less but feel full longer? Always make sure you get enough protein with […]
By Erin Mellinger Is your exercise routine a little too routine? Even personal trainers can be guilty of getting stuck in the same fitness routine. We stick to the same exercises or workout programs because they are fun for us, it is in our comfort zone, or because we are good at certain exercises.Although all […]
It is not always easy to stay motivated and be active in the wintertime in Northeast Ohio. Although I believe a season of slowing down a little is good for us, the inactivity and holiday meals are not! Here are three simple tips to avoid weight gain this winter. Eat vegetables before each meal- We’ve […]
Success in the health and fitness realm can be measured in many ways. Most people, when seeking a fitness plan, want to see their success in weight loss. Others may have the goal of climbing their stairs at home without getting winded, running their first 5k, or just slowing the aches and pains of aging. […]
It is October of 2020… although our day to day routine might be feeling more normal, our world is still far from normal. No big weddings coming up, no vacations to look forward to, and no plans of guests coming over for a dinner party. With our lives and culture being socially distant, it can […]
It’s that time of year again…zucchini season! Farm markets are overflowing, and anyone with a garden is probably trying to give this summertime favorite away. There are a few good reasons why these veggies get planted year after year. First of all, they are versatile! From baked goods, to casseroles and stir fries, take a look […]
