August 8, 2013

patience

Patience is not my strong point, as my friends and family will tell you. I do know that consistency with training; sleep, nutrition and managing stress levels will get you results. Keep up the good work and keep going 🙂

August 8, 2013

inspiration and motivation

Good morning guys! Gotta say I love my job and the diversity of clients! Wanted to share: Yesterday I trained my 10 year old male client. He had a stroke when he was born. My job with him is to encourage and coach him to use and move his left side (as well as train and have fun….. I try and ‘hide the vegetables’ if you know what i mean). Yesterday, we were able to get him jumping off a high step and landing with confidence and strength. The look on his face when he conquered his fears was priceless. Inspirational and motivational! No excuses guys. Jump off the high step today and kick some ass! 🙂

August 8, 2013

training with a cold

Is it ok to exercise if I have a cold? General rule of thumb is :exercise is normally ok if your symptoms are above the neck: runny and blocked nose, minor sore throat etc. Just reduce intensity and length of workout. If symptoms below neck: chest congestion, hacking cough, upset stomach prob best to rest. Listen to your body and take a break or time off if needed.

August 8, 2013

alcohol and fat loss

Planning a few drinks this weekend? If you’re trying to burn body fat remember that your body processes alcohol first, leaving carbohydrates and fats to get stored as fat instead of getting used as fuel. Just thought I’d remind you.

August 8, 2013

obsessed with the scales and your weight?

Gentle reminder: Remember that you do not wear a shirt with your KG’s displayed for everyone to see. Please try not to get obsessed with a number on the scales. Go with how you feel in your body. Feel your clothes getting looser. See your body getting firmer. Feel fitter on the stairs at work. Much nicer indicators to losing body fat, developing health, wellness and fitness. Less chance of developing a scales obsession. I had one for many years so speak from the heart on this

August 8, 2013

need another reason to move regularly?

A study by Appalachian State University in 2010 found that regular exercisers experienced 43 percent fewer sick days than people who didn’t exercise. They also reported less severe symptoms during the days they did have colds.

August 8, 2013

what veggie should i eat?

Veggies that should be on your shopping list and in your belly! Broccoli, lettuce, cabbage, cauliflower, mushrooms, green beans, onions, asparagus, cucumber, spinach, all forms of peppers, zucchini, kale.

August 8, 2013

personal trainers are not created equal

True story: an Innervate client won 24 Personal Training sessions at a gym which will remain anonymous. So, she decided to put her sessions with us on hold. She went for her first session and the ‘personal trainer’ popped her on the rower for 5 mins then moved her to the cross trainer. He then told her he would be right back and to work hard while he was gone. He went and bought a coffee, came back and drank the coffee next to her then moved her to the bike. Session over. She starts up with us again next week. Personal trainers are not created equal. Train with us and know you are being looked after by health professionals.

August 8, 2013

your heart

The most important muscle in your body is your heart…. Make sure you look after it this Valentines Day and every day. It likes to be clear of fat blocking it up and surrounding it so it can provide the rest of your body with the stuff it needs to keep moving. If someone breaks your heart you will get over it (eventually) if you don’t look after your heart you will not get over it. Nuff said … Happy Valentines Day. Love yourself and your body it is the most important relationship you will ever have x x x

August 8, 2013

how to do a push up

Just saw a big outdoor group doing push ups with really poor form. Guys, quick tips for push ups: fingers pointing forwards and spread apart (to take pressure of wrists),

back of head, middle of shoulder blades and bum all in a straight line, lower and raise keeping the line and position. Make sure your lower back doesn’t arch. If you are unable to maintain this position on the floor regress the exercise to a bench or even a wall if you’re a beginner. Don’t do push ups on your knees, change the angle instead.