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Benefits of Workouts With a Personal Trainer

July 19, 2021

 

The percentage of people who go to the gym regularly is high, but the percentage of regular visitors who consider it necessary to hire a personal trainer is low. There are many reasons for it. The high cost of personal training and numerous issues with low-qualified personal trainers make most people believe that all trainers are unreliable and hiring them makes no sense. Other people think they’ll find everything they need on the Internet and don’t need professional help. As a result, such visitors see no results and give up training, and sometimes even get injured. Why do we treat personal training services in such a way?

In any other sphere of our life, we are ready to seek professional help when we don’t know something. For example, you’ve broken your phone — you go to the phone service center and consult a professional. You need to redo your house — you hire a professional. Even students who don’t know how to do a certain task will likely hire an expert writer to assist them. There are many websites that offer such services, for example, proessaywriting. However, not all these services are worth using. Unemployed professors review can help you identify the aspects that need to be considered when choosing a service.

But when it comes to training, we quickly become professionals alone. So let’s find out why it is better for you to hire a personal trainer on a regular basis.

 

  1. A better start

If you visit the gym for the first time, you’ll hardly be able to start well. Moreover, you’ll hardly be able to start at all. Don’t think there’s something wrong with you if you came to the gym and get confused by a large number of exercise machines and other training equipment. Going to the gym isn’t going whenever you can and doing whatever you want. Quite the opposite, you must have a training schedule and a certain regimen. Personal trainers are aware of the different types of training, know how to establish a routine, so they’ll help you with setting the right frequency of training sessions, their length, and the difficulty. Your trainer will evaluate your level of physical preparation and will create a program that suits your needs.

  1. Master the technique

The Internet is full of information about the proper techniques of doing all exercises. But even if you try to study it in detail and learn about the most widespread mistakes, you’ll still continue making mistakes. Mistakes help people learn, but not in sports. Because there, they lead to injuries that may close the doors of the gym for you forever. You’ll hardly want to get into the hospital after the first training session. That’s why hire a personal trainer and consult him about any question you want to know. Be sure you’ll find out why doing this or that exercise doesn’t suit you and what alternatives to use.

  1. Avoid plateaus and break through them

All people who go to the gym for a long time know they need a variety in training. If you do the same exercises all the time, you’ll get bored, your body will get used to them and will stop responding to the load. The monotony in the training schedule also often leads to emotional burnout. You certainly don’t want to get overworked and exhausted when going to the gym; that’s why we advise you to start training with a personal trainer. Moreover, all athletes, even the amateur ones, need to challenge themselves sometimes to cause stress in muscles and different types of training can help you with it.

  1. Achieve better results and do it faster

Quite many people who go to the gym regularly give it up for one widespread reason — they don’t see any result. And it happens even when they work hard and eat well. It’s rather a widespread outcome for all amateur athletes who train without the coach. You might set certain goals, such as improve your form, lose weight, increase your power outputs. A qualified personal trainer will review your training schedule if you have it, will look at your goals, and define the reason for the slow progress. Perhaps your body needs a slightly different approach.

  1. Be the source of motivation

You may be rather motivated when you go to the gym, but the motivation isn’t endless. No matter how hard you try, you can’t maintain the same level of motivation all the time. It’s the feeling that needs to be recharged. We know there are a lot of ways to gain some motivation and so on. And the personal trainer should become your friend and the person who supports you in all your athletic endeavors. A good personal coach is also a good psychologist who knows how to inspire faith in clients and understand the importance of visiting each training session.

It’s Not About The Heavy Weights

July 13, 2021

personal trainer roman kartsev
Anyone who is telling you to lift heavy weights I would not listen to this person. Remember we are not at the gym to compete with people unless you are a professional athlete who gets paid millions of dollars to take risks of getting injured.
The idea here is to exercise and work out in order to stay healthy and look good without injuries.
You only have one body and you have to preserve it.
You have one spine, once you injure your spine it could be over for you and it’s very difficult to heal it. Light weight and lots of reps is the safe way to go. If you feel a lot of pressure or pain in your joints while lifting weights and cannot perform at least 12 reps on an exercise that weight is too heavy.
Also stay away from deadlifts, sitting leg presses. Do front and back squats and walking lunges with dumbbells instead with light weights and lots of reps (12 or more reps). Once you feel burning in your muscle stop and rest for 1 minute between each set.
For those who are trying to build muscle and strength, you will still be able to build muscle almost as big as if you are lifting heavy weights by working out with light weights performing lots of reps but without injuries to your joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments and spine! For those of you who do not believe me about lifting heavy weights it is not a question “if it’s going to happen”? it is a question “when it’s going to happen?”
Look at all the power lifters, football players and bodybuilders. They are all messed up and injured at an early age and it’s not only due to the impact injury from an impact sport like playing football. It’s mostly from lifting heavy weights for many years which destroys your joints.
If you’d like to learn more about health and fitness, and start training, contact me on my cell or email. I am always here to help.
Also, our big muscle groups are like big pumps that pump blood into our vital organs and if you don’t work out at least twice per week your organs do not get proper blood supply and begin to die and developing different illnesses. Muscles also protect our skeleton and our vital organs so it’s very very important to have as much muscle as you can naturally no matter if you are man or a woman!

Secrets from a Fitness & Recovery Specialist:

Whole Body Health Isn’t As Elusive As You Think

One significant lesson I’ve learned spending years studying how the body moves and recovers, is that reaching the elusive “Whole Body Health” status, isn’t as unobtainable as you might think. Whenever I see someone in the gym looking withered and exhausted from their workout, I find myself wanting to let them know that it doesn’t have to be this taxing. So rather than disturbing a stranger’s workout, I thought I would share some tips here instead.
Many know two of the pillars to whole body health—and those are exercise and nutrition. These are vital indeed. But over my many years as a coach, personal trainer, and recovery therapist, there is another essential pillar, and that is the stretching/recovery piece. I like to think of it as a triple threat: your Nutrition, your Sweat, and your Stretch. Missing one will diminish all of your work on the other two.
It may sound like a lot, but if you base your body health on the Science of Fit, it’ll be like hacking your body’s code to the quickest way of getting there. I’m not talking about shortcuts or supplements, I’m talking about ways to Sweat Better, Stretch Smarter, and Eat Wiser. Doing all three means they’ll work in tandem to fast track your health. Instead of spending hours racing on the treadmill, you can exercise your body in less time, and then practice recovery therapies like FST, to balance and heal the stress from your workout. This, in turn, helps build your endurance, cardiovascular health, and overall sense of wellbeing.
The other secret to getting to Whole Body Health is understanding that your body is one of a kind. There is no such thing as a one size fits all approach, so don’t fall into the trap of feeling like a failure just because a particular fitness craze didn’t bring you the results you were told they would. Figure out what works for you. A great way to do this is to work with a professional trainer who customizes workouts, recovery sessions, and nutrition advice based around your unique needs.
The personalization aspect is what I love most when I work with clients. It’s also one of the reasons I founded The Bodyologist, a first of its kind destination for clients to learn how to Sweat Better and Stretch Smarter for their body. Check out what a specialized Bodyologist can do for you, by visiting our newly launched website (www.thebodyologist.com) and mobile app for Apple and Android. Book a consultation, see our training schedule, manage your services, and find out tips and tricks to get the most out of your nutrition, exercise, and recovery practices, because feeling good and achieving Whole Body Health is the foundation to a happy life.
I love helping people reach their fitness and wellness goals through training, stretching, or both! Contact Carisa for guidance, assessments, or a personal session.

Favorite Exercise: The Barbell Clean & Press

My favorite exercise would have to be the barbell Clean and Press.

  • It is an exercise where you have a barbell on the ground right in front of you.
  • You position yourself accordingly as if you were about to do a deadlift.
  • Then you would pull the bar high up to your shoulders, the clean portion, and steady yourself.
  • Finally you press the weight overhead.
I love this exercise for the subtle changes you can apply, such as repeating the motion for desired reps or alternating which part of the move gets emphasized more.
In addition it’s a compound exercise that hits multiple muscle groups which can help anyone who is looking for a quick and effective exercise.

 

Ready to try it? Contact Luis today!

Interval Training and Benefits of One-on-One Training

tinamarie neudeck personal trainerThe Benefits of Training Together

By Tinamarie Neudeck, personal trainer

As people begin to establish a fitness routine, more likely than not they do so with the support of an exercise partner, be it a friend or significant other. The mindset behind this is that each person is supportive in achieving one another’s goals, a sense of accountability and commitment to one another in scheduling time to work out, and the comradery of working out together.
While these intentions are well and good, there does come a point where lives can get in the way. For example: different lifestyles, schedules, or even loss of interest. How can one avoid instances like these? They could begin training one-on-one with the guidance of a Personal Trainer or professional.
Here are some benefits to consider when looking to do one-on-one training:
1.       Accountability: This still is a variable, however scheduling one-on-one workouts with a Personal Trainer allows you to do so within your own terms versus the need to coordinate with another person. This also establishes a routine, especially for individuals looking to achieve a certain fitness goal.
2.      Customized programming: Personal trainers develop exercise programs that are unique to each person that they work with. They account for personal needs such as fitness goals, fitness progression, and, if any, injuries or health issues.
3.      Fitness growth and development: As one continues to work one-on-one, results will begin to occur. When this does it means progression in your workout routines need to happen. Who better than a Personal Trainer to know how to take your fitness routine to the next level!
4.      Training style: Whether you are looking for a drill sergeant, cheerleader, or something in between, a Personal Trainer is always going to support you in achieving your fitness goals. They may even elevate your own personal confidence.
5.      Location: Why limit yourself to just one place for your workouts? With one-on-one training there is a wide range of options that can be considered. Whether it be a gym, outdoors, in your home/office, or even virtual, your training can still go off without a hitch.

Actibate Program Launch for NYC Personal Trainers

June 28, 2021

Be part of the Actibate program launch, earn more training your clients

Actibate is offering a chance for you, as an NYC trainer, to add another revenue stream to your training business. See details below.
Have you thought about ways to optimize your training service?
We are launching a Brown Fat Diet program call ACTIBATE, and we’re looking for talented and qualified personal trainers like yourself to be part of our exciting program!
To launch our program, we are organizing a pilot test in NYC and asking trainers to refer some of their clients to our program. Upon signing up, your clients will automatically get a free 1-month daily work out session reward (sponsored by us).
You will of course be able to offer additional benefits to your clients, apart from the free 1-month daily workout session we are offering. You and your clients will also be eligible for the following perks:
●     Discount on coffee and smoothies/shakes at affiliated local shops
●     10% commission for you on any of our organic, natural nutritional products purchased by your clients
●     Your clients get free prizes worth up to $100 if they meet their monthly weight loss (or weight maintenance) goals
You will have access to an ACTIBATE dashboard where you can keep track of your commissions and create a custom code to share with your clients.
To get started with the program and join our team, please pre-register HERE
Please feel free to email us affiliate@actibate.com if you have any questions about the program and possible collaboration with us.
Hope you find this helpful.
Thank you!
Glenn
P.S. Refer a trainer to NeighborhoodTrainers and receive a free month! Email me for details.

Physically Surviving WFH

June 17, 2021

Lisa snow personal trainerSurviving Work From Home in 2021

Like many of you, I’ve been working from home for the past year. I’m grateful to have had supportive friends, a tough but flexible schedule, and easy access to local parks. Not everyone has been so lucky. Whether you have a badass home office space or are still struggling to find your footing, here are a few tips on staying fit while working from home.
  1. Minimize back pain – getting your home office setup right is key to reducing pain. You want your webcam to be eye-level or above, your keyboard at elbow height (yup, desktops work better for this than laptops!), and your feet on the ground. (If you’re working at a high countertop rather than a desk, putting yoga blocks or a step-stool under your feet can help.) Remember, if you already have a back injury, you need to go to your doctor and PT. Just getting a better home desk won’t fix it. But a better home computer position can work wonders to reduce risk of future pain and injury.
  2. Take it outside – if (like me), you’ve never been an outdoorsy person, you may be really skeptical of outdoor workouts. But with so many people deficient in Vitamin D, getting outside for some sunshine makes sense. Now that we’re spending more hours than ever in front of screens, getting outside can help with mental health, too. Bootcamp-style, no-equipment workouts aren’t the only things you can do outdoors. If you have thera-bands, superbands, a TRX, or a jump rope, you can hit the park with them, too. Find a sturdy parkbench to anchor your superbands, or a chin-up bar to anchor your TRX, and you’re good to go.
  3. Get support and accountability – whether you’re on calls all day, having to be both a parent and a teacher, or have a job where you’re on call 8 days a week, “working from home” can feel more like “living at work.” No matter how much I love a specific instructor or class format, the DVDs and YouTube videos that can be done “anytime” end up getting done no time. On the other hand, when I’ve actually paid to attend a live class (including on Zoom), I’ve never missed it. Do you struggle with this, too? A personal trainer, small group class, or inspiring workout buddy can all help keep you on track.
Lisa Snow is a certified personal trainer. She coaches clients on zoom, in their homes, and at local parks. 

Strength Training to Improve Running

Glenn Dickstein, NeighborhoodTrainer Founder and CEOReduce Running Injuries with Strength Training

by Glenn Dickstein, Founder of NeighborhoodTrainer.com

 

With summer here, more people will take to the outdoors for exercise and for many, that puts running at the forefront. As an avid runner, I was reminded the hard way about the dangers of only running. The injury bug. I had only been running a short time at that point, but I was starting to add long distance running to the program. Three miles, or 5k, is a minimum daily run, but sometimes I’d go for five, seven or 10 miles, before the marathon training started. For the most part, I felt great. But, there is a tipping point. The constant “pounding of the “pavement” takes it’s toll. I had omitted one important aspect of my training. Lower body strength training.

 

Before I go on, many factors go into safe running. The big three for me are, running surface, footwear and strength training. Manage these well and you’ll spend most of your time on the move and less time packed in ice nursing an injury.

 

Without spending too much time on them, but absolutely worth taking note of is the surface you run on and what you put on your feet. Most people run on either a roadway, sidewalk or a treadmill. That means asphalt, concrete or a treadmill belt. If you have a choice, stay away from the concrete. It has the least amount of give and is a harsh surface for running. Opt for the road if traffic is not a concern. Remember safety first. Asphalt vs. a treadmill is more about indoor or outdoor preferences. Grass, if the ground is level or a school track can also be great surfaces to run on.

 

Proper footwear is a huge factor in reducing injury. Different sneakers are for different kinds of feet. For the proper sneaker for your feet you’ll need to know if you are an under pronator, overpronator or more neutral. Basically, how the heel of your shoe wears can tell you more about this and help confirm if you need a stability shoe or a more cushioned shoe. It’s simple, but important. When you get it right, it makes your running much more comfortable.

 

Finally, the one that takes real work on your part. Strength training. Running uses more slow twitch muscle fibers and neglects the slow twitch muscle fibers. Running works more quadriceps and less hamstrings. The muscle imbalance creates an increase in the chance of injury. And for those who are also looking to challenge themselves to perform better, you’ll be a less efficient runner and have less overall strength. Thus, it is important to strength train, cross train or whatever process you want to call it.

 

Making an effort for moderate strength training while maintaining your running program can be essential to your continued, uninterrupted efforts. Squats, long jumps, lunges are great ways to activate the hamstrings and glutes. A regular program of lower body strength training will help reduce the strength gap between hamstrings and quads. Balanced strength will increase your running efficiency, helping you to run further and faster than before. Putting in the work now, will show in your running and possibly a new personal record.

 

My personal running program is every other day so 3-4 days per week. 3-5 miles per day. Lower body strength training twice per week. We’ve talked about lower body training for runners, but I do also want to remind you not to ignore your upper body.   This is not about improving your running performance per se, but more about your overall health. Being functionally strong to handle life’s daily grind when at work or at play cannot be overstated. Strive for an upper body workout at least1-2 times per week. More than that, with rest time incorporated, is certainly a benefit to be enjoyed when possible.

 

Before starting any exercise program, be sure to get medical clearance from your physician.

6 Reasons Dumbbells Are Better Than Barbells

May 18, 2021

Top 6 Reasons Why Dumbbells Are Better Than Barbells

Wondering whether to choose a barbell or dumbbell to get closer to your fitness targets? Like every gym equipment, these two also have their pros and cons. But, some aspects of dumbbells outweigh the benefits of barbells.

Undoubtedly, barbells are beneficial for you as they allow you to lift heavier weights and perform heavy squats. However, they pose a high risk of injury, making them unsafe for use.

On the other hand, dumbbells are effective tools for giving you a full-body workout and, especially for enhancing your muscle strength and stability. They are safer and easier to use in your daily exercise routine.

If you are thinking about where to buy a dumbbell set, you will find several options on the internet offering a wide range of dumbbells. All you need to do is pick the one that offers you the best features and fulfills your personal fitness goals.

You must consider adding dumbbells to your daily workout routine if you want to gain more strength and develop muscular hypertrophy. To provide you a better understanding, we will take you through many different reasons that make dumbbells better than barbells. Here is what you need to know:

  1. Address Your Strength Imbalances

Many people struggle with strength imbalances. You may have one side stronger than the other, which requires you to consider workouts that strengthen each side.

Dumbbell is an effective tool to address the issue of strength imbalances. It compels your arms to work individually. Consequently, incorporating dumbbells into your workout routine could strengthen your weaker side, increasing your overall strength.

  1. Improves Stability

Gym equipment such as the smith machine bench press or barbell bench press can work your chest, biceps, and triceps. However, you must include dumbbells in your workouts if you want greater stabilization.

Since dumbbells require more stabilization, it will make your biceps work much harder. When using dumbbells, you have more freedom of movement in every lift that results in building more muscles and enhancing your body’s overall stability.

  1. Better Range Of Motion

If you are looking for ways to increase your range of motion to develop your muscle mass, it is best to use dumbbells during your workouts. With dumbbells, you can perform varying exercises that increase your range of motion. As a result, you can gain more muscle mass and strengthen your muscles to a great extent.

Contrarily, barbells may not allow you to extend the range of motion as much as dumbbells do. Thus, using dumbbells is a better option to improve your range of motion and build your muscles stronger.

  1. Reduced Risk Of Injury

Dumbbells provide you more freedom to perform your exercises, which results in less risk of injury. Usually, people experience injuries during dumbbell exercises due to their own negligence.

But, as dumbbells allow you to overcome your strength imbalances, it is highly unlikely to suffer any injuries while working out. Therefore, dumbbells are a great way to strengthen your body with minimal risk of injury.

  1. Freedom To Move Your Body

Dumbbell allows you to move your body freely during exercises. While bench pressing with a dumbbell, you can move your shoulders in whatever way you feel will help achieve your fitness targets. You can lower down the dumbbells or take them higher above your body to strengthen your muscles.

On the contrary, when you use a barbell bench press, it restricts your range of motion, keeping your arms and shoulders in a specific position. You do not have as much freedom of movement while using a barbell bench press as with dumbbells. Thus, dumbbells allow you to modify your workout and achieve your fitness goals effectively.

  1. Safe And Secure

Dumbbells are more preferred when it comes to your safety. You do not have to worry about dropping the bar or getting stuck under a rep using a dumbbell. If you want to drop the bar, you can simply drop it on the safety valve and take time to prepare for the next set.

Barbells are preferred for bench presses and squats, but they are not as safe as dumbbells are. You may get your neck trapped under a 225-pound bar while using a barbell. So, dumbbells are ideal for gaining maximum workout benefits while ensuring your safety and security.

Bottom Line

Both dumbbells and barbells are capable of fulfilling your workout needs. However, if you weigh both these options for their benefits and safety, dumbbells take the lead. With dumbbells, you get the freedom to modify your workouts and achieve your fitness goals effectively.

Most importantly, dumbbells are quite easy and safe to use, minimizing the chances of injury. Thus, incorporate dumbbell exercises in your workout routine today to expedite the process of achieving your fitness goals.

Home Exercises For People On The Go

April 27, 2021

Top 3 Home Exercises for The Person on The Go

Many people feel like their lives are so crazy that they can’t find the time to fit a workout in. Below are three great home exercises for the person who doesn’t think they have time to work out. The suggestions below do not take long at all and can be fit into even the busiest schedule.

Resistance Band Workouts

Resistance bands can offer people a complete workout without any additional items needed. Want high-quality bands that are soft and won’t break? Check out these bands for a pretty patterned set that comes in an assortment of resistance levels. Resistance bands are the only tool needed for a fast and effective home workout.

Workouts with resistance bands are great for building muscles and strengthening the arms, legs, hips, glutes, booty, shoulders, and more. There is not any part of the body that will not benefit from a resistance band workout. There are hundreds of different ways to work out with these bands, and busy people can complete the workouts anywhere. People use these bands in the school carpool line to strengthen their arms, under their work desks to strengthen their thighs, and anywhere else they need a quick workout.

Running, Jogging, or Power Walking

In the past, people used their feet to get from point A to point B. Not many people had cars, and people got a lot of steps in the day. Today, people get in their cars to drive to the end of the block. It is silly to think about because if people chose to walk or jog to get somewhere close, they would be a lot healthier.

Instead of driving to the corner to check the mail, run, jog, power walk, or walk. To get healthier, a person needs to move their body more. People who feel they are constantly on the go and never have time to exercise should rely on their own feet to take them places. Instead of driving a casserole to the neighbor’s house, choose to walk. Walking, jogging, and running are not only free, but they will save a person gas money while giving them a great home workout.

Yoga is a Great at Home Workout

Yoga is one of those fitness activities that can be done anywhere, including at home. While a mat will make things easier, some people choose to use the floor in their home. For those who feel that they never have the time to work out, busy people can do yoga poses for a minute at a time between regular activities.

On days that a person has the time, they can enjoy a full-length workout by watching a yoga DVD. Other options include streaming an instructional video from the internet or listening to a guided yoga workout on a smartphone. Yoga is an inclusive workout that can be modified to fit the body and abilities of the person practicing their yoga.

In conclusion, resistance bands, walking, running, jogging, and yoga are all perfect for people who only have a few minutes to work out. While people can do each of these activities in the comfort of their homes, they can pretty much be done anywhere. Best of all, they are low cost and fit into even the tightest of budgets.