I’m a fitness pro, I’ve been training clients almost daily since 1997. I’ve learned a few things along the way and I try to pass them on to you. I had a big epiphany moment recently when I realized how much I’ve learned from my clients … here are some secrets I’ve learned …

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Cardio exercise, the act of raising your heart rate up beyond it’s usual pace is the cornerstone to any fitness plan. But what, exactly, do you need to do for a healthy cardio routine? I get asked this question all the time and below are my answers … it’s a culmination of the research I’ve read over the years and just working with my clients every day.

Ah, the joys of hiking … scenic views, beautiful mountain air, communing with nature, and a great form of exercise. But beware the pitfalls; swarms of bugs, dehydration, uncomfortable chafing, twisted ankles and did I mention bear attacks? Don’t worry we’ve got your covered with the do’s and don’ts of hiking.

The Gruve is a little device that clips onto your waist and keeps track of your movements throughout the day. You download the days activities into a computer program and it shows you how many calories you burned during the days and which times of day had the most activity.

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It’s Monday here in Fitness land and we fitness professionals are watching you guys walk, ho hum, through our doors ready for the same old, same old. Time to spice it up … here are some ideas for switching up your workout.

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