By Denise Johnson, Wellness Director - The Mission Possible Weight Loss Challenge is a program created for TCC members who have 20 or more pounds to lose. The intent of Mission Possible is to provide space, time and tools for individuals with the same end goal… WEIGHT LOSS. We believe members with the same end… Continue reading Mission Possible: Weight Loss Challenge
By Sean Connor, Master Trainer - With all the different weight machines and free weight exercises to choose from, how do you know if you are getting the most out of your workouts in the gym? Are you unintentionally overworking one muscle group and neglecting another? Can you be utilizing your time better in the… Continue reading How To Structure A Workout
By Tracy Granberry, RD and Hannah Nua, LLU Dietetic Intern - It is a well-known fact that the more we move, the more calories we burn. Traditionally, when we think about weight loss and needing to expend more energy, our minds automatically veer towards exercise—weight lifting, running, sports, and any other planned bouts of physical… Continue reading Lose Weight and Combat Chronic Diseases? NEAT!
By Micaela Green, Master Trainer - Now that summer is officially here, most gyms are filled with individuals trying to lose weight and achieve that “summer bod”. If this is your goal for being in the gym, more power to you! However, summer is only three months, so you’ll need some motivation to continue to… Continue reading 5 Reasons to Exercise Other Than to Lose Weight
Michael Boyd, Master Trainer - Although it is difficult to quantify the impact of accountability on fitness outcomes, I choose the topic of accountability as my point of discussion because I find that when we involve others in our fitness goals we gain an added boost towards accomplishment and sustainability. Yet, before we venture outside… Continue reading Accountability
Julie Boultwood, Personal Trainer - Osteoporosis, osteopenia… these are scary words, especially for women. What do they mean and how can we avoid these conditions? Osteopenia is a condition in which bone mineral density is lower than normal. It is considered by many doctors to be a precursor to Osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a condition in… Continue reading Keeping Your Bones Strong
Jojo Livolsi, MS, Master Trainer - The latest craze to hit the fitness world is fasting cardio. It’s essentially working out on an empty stomach, typically in the morning. This strategy was popularized by Bill Phillips in his book “Body for Life”. Proponents argue that exercising after an overnight fast “forces” the body to rely… Continue reading Should You Do Cardio On An Empty Stomach?
Cassie Mason, Dietetic Intern, LLU - In our fast paced culture, it can be hard not to find ourselves stressed out. Stress can cause many negative health effects on nearly every major system of your body. Additionally, some of us are all too familiar with emotional eating. We turn to food for comfort, some consciously… Continue reading Combat Emotional Eating
Denise Johnson, Wellness Director - Many females do not understand the importance of muscular hypertrophy and are afraid they will “bulk” up when training in the Weight Room. I can assure you this is not only a myth but a belief that is counterproductive to women. As we age our muscles atrophy (smaller). Muscles are… Continue reading Women, Get Your Hypertrophy On…
Joey Romero, Personal Trainer - Recently, I was shown a video on the news of a 100 year old and a 102 year old doing sprints. I was deeply intrigued and genuinely happy for them that they were making the most out of their age. It is a common belief that once you are past… Continue reading Functional Training for Older Adults
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