Rest and Recovery
The Importance of Rest and Recovery Most people understand the importance of rest so that their bodies and recover from their workouts. However, many still over-train and don’t get the adequate rest their bodies need. The body repairs and muscles strengthen with rest. Continuous training without adequate rest can actually weaken your body. Rest days […]
HOW TO TURN YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION INTO A LIFESTYLE!
Many people make a “resolution” to get healthy and active in the New Year. But, they don’t know how to start or, more importantly, how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. My 1st suggestion would be to NOT call it a “resolution”. How about simply saying “I’m going to lead a healthy and active lifestyle”. Commit […]
Why Stretch?
How important is it to stretch? How often do you stretch? Many people consider stretching to be a tedious & boring task. We know we “should” stretch, we hear it all the time! But, we put it on the back burner, thinking “I don’t have time, I’ll stretch next time I workout”. Maybe it’s because […]
Lakewood Personal Training: Learn about Exercise and Inflammation!
We all know that exercise is important, but did you know it can reduce inflamation? Here are few examples of how it can benefit: – American adults who engaged in frequent physical activity tended to have lower CRPs (C reactive Protein – read below) than adults who were more sedentary. – In type 2 diabetics, […]
Personal Training: Static Stretching
The Effects of Static Stretching on Performance Static stretching continues to be a touchy subject when it comes to effecting performance factors of strength, power, and speed. This makes for difficult decisions for fitness professionals to incorporate static stretching in their clients and athletes programs. Some research studies have shown a negative impact on performance, […]
Gyms Lakewood: Learning About Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis and Exercise Osteoporosis is a major cause of disability in older men and women. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation as many as 57 million Americans suffer from this ailment. Osteoporosis can result in fractures in the hip and spine, compression of discs and stooped posture. The good news is that you can help […]
Personal Training Lakewood : Yoga at Absolute!
Proud to announce Absolute Personal Fitness will have 12 Yoga classes each week starting July 1st Yoga Times Monday: 6am Tuesday: 6pm Wednesday: 6am, Noon Thursday: Noon, 6pm Friday: 6am, Noon Saturday: 7:30am Sunday: 12:00 We will keep this schedule updated under our classes Section. Warm welcome to Bill Baldry, our new Yoga instructor. Visit […]
Small Group Training
Small group training has been on the rise for several years now. It’s concept is simple and useful to many. It’s the same premise as personal training, but around half the cost. With the right trainer and regiment you can have the assistant you need towards your goals without having to pay the costs of […]