Why Proper Form Is the Key to Your Safety and Success
We’re honored to host another guest post from one of our awesome Fit Body Family members—Ryan Perez! Ryan talks about the importance of working out with the right form, including the dangers of bad form and the benefits of good form. In the world of fitness, exercise form is among the most discussed topics you’ll […]
How to Find the Right Workout Accountability Partner(s)
Be honest: what does it feel like to work out alone? For a few people, they enjoy working out at their own pace, doing the workouts THEY want to do. More often than not, these people usually have years of experience in the gym and know what they’re doing. For the rest of the crowd, […]
Fit Body’s Fitness and Health FAQ (Part 2)
We’re back with part 2 of our FAQ series! If you missed the first part of our FAQ, you’re going to want to check out Fit Body Boot Camp provides a simple structure that allows you to work at your own pace. Most of our workouts are based on time, not repetitions, so you won’t feel […]
Fit Body’s Fitness & Health FAQ (Part 1)
“I really want to work out, but…” [Fill in the blank] I’m sure you’ve heard that phrase from someone you know. Maybe it was that co-worker who made a New Year’s resolution to lose weight, but has only been to the gym three times all year. It could be your spouse that’s had the same […]
Why Stretching is the Most Important Part of Your Workout
Today’s post is a guest post from one of our very own Fit Body Boot Camp owners—Kelly Sullens! Kelly is the owner of Arrowhead Fit Body Boot Camp in Glendale, Arizona, and she’s going to tell you all about the importance of stretching. Has anyone ever reminded you that before and after working out, you […]
Coping with Muscle Soreness
One of the biggest fears people have when it comes to working out is the muscle soreness that comes with it. No one likes waking up feeling like their arms and legs weigh as much as an elephant. But, this delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is actually a good thing. In order for your muscles […]
When Should You Step Up the Intensity of Your Workouts?
A friend of yours starts going to the gym for a few weeks. She starts complaining that she’s not seeing results, despite spending most of her afterhours working out. So you decide to tag along for one of her evening workouts. Once you watch her workout, her problem is crystal clear. She isn’t pushing herself hard […]
The Art of Warming Up Before You Work Out
It’s an age-old adage you’ve probably heard a thousand times: stretch before you work out. Yet so many people at gyms and with personal trainers ignore this step completely. They hop right onto the treadmill or pick up weights before any of their muscles are primed to perform. Or, they’ll do the stereotypical arm-across-the-chest stretch, […]
How to Squeeze Exercise into Your Busy Schedule
Take a look at your schedule. Go ahead, take a long look. Chances are, most of your days are filled to the brim with things to do. You might work a 9-5 job, or you might be a stay-at-home mom trying to keep up with your hyper-energetic kids. Most people understand the importance of exercise. […]
How Group Fitness Can Increase Your Self-Confidence
This is a guest post by David Dewar, a clinical hypnotherapist who specializes in unlocking human potential. Exercise is one of the biggest self-confidence boosters out there. It helps you feel and look better through losing weight, strengthening and toning your body, reducing stress, and giving you a sense of achievement. However, getting started on […]