Thursday, January 21, 2010

My Fitness Recommendation for Mixing It Up...

Ever feel bored of routine? Whether it's the daily grind that's got you feeling stale or the lack of new experiences in your weekends, I think it's easy for many of us to get stuck in a rut and we find ourselves growing stale. My husband and I always want to be people who live "uncomfortable lives" - who choose to embrace fear and uncertainty and try to keep edging our comfort zones further and further away from where we were last year. From big life changes to saying hi to the person who always eats lunch alone at work, it's important for us to take steps to change the ordinary and mix things up - even in our health and fitness routines!

This is where I want to highlight a piece of equipment that will change the way you view (and experience!) fitness called the TRX Suspension Trainer (www.fitnessanywhere.com).  The TRX is a unique fitness tool that is small, portable, and challenges your core strength and balance through functional, compound muscle movements. It is an excellent tool to have because you can take it and use it anywhere with you, it's great for everyone regardless of fitness level and experience, and because you can use the TRX for literally hundreds of different exercise combinations; you will not get bored using this piece of equipment!

After taking a certification course in Calgary last year, I have not been able to get away from using the TRX and am enjoying using the diverse opportunities it has to offer with my clients. Performing different movements (especially ones that throw off your balance) than your body is used to creates "muscle confusion" which means you're forcing your muscles to be used in ways they haven't. In other words, simply doing biceps curls and leg presses condition your body to do the same movements, and over time your muscles get used to the routine - and you probably get bored of it! So trying something new and changing up your routine challenges your body in fresh ways which delivers real results. The TRX is great because you're using just your body weight as resistance, which is not only safe but also helps to sculpt lean muscle. Moreover, the ability to incorporate cardio bursts into your workouts through jumps, squats, and lifts while engaging your core means real change!

...it's change that I can get behind, and after using and loving this product so much, I want to encourage others to check it out too! Book a free initial consultation with me if you're in the Calgary area and I will show you how the TRX can help change the way you approach fitness! If you're interested in learning  more,  CLICK HERE

Explore this new fitness option, change up your routine, and start seeing real results! Whether this is the first you've heard of the TRX or you've tried it before, I'd love to hear your thoughts on it. Stay consistent, push hard, and let's get strong together!

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Find a Friend, Get a Break!

As part of my January incentive, I'm doing a push to get people working out together - greater accountability, more fun! So, if you find a friend, the two of you can work out for 1 session for only $30! Jump on this great deal to get fit with a spouse, family member, or friend and save money while doing it.