“You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great!” – Zig Ziglar Have you ever heard someone say, “I’d like to exercise, but I’m just too unfit?” Or maybe this is something you say to yourself. As a fitness professional, this is a concern that I hear a lot! Fear of what people might think, fear of injury or being embarrassed of not being able to … [Read more...]
Lacrosse Casts Wide Net in Lake Nona
Kids in Lake Nona are picking up lacrosse sticks and joining one of the fastest-growing team sports in the country. Although interest in lacrosse is surging today, it’s a sport played with a ball and stick that has existed since the 17th century. Originally played by men, it’s been modified through the years with greater numbers of women and girls becoming lacrosse … [Read more...]
Four Things to Avoid If You Have a Family History of Heart Disease
Have members of your family suffered from cardiovascular disease or other heart conditions? If so, you are at greater risk for cardiovascular disease. Family history is a key component when it comes to heart health. But your family genes don’t equal imminent doom. There are things you can control to lessen your risk of heart conditions. Here are four things to avoid, … [Read more...]
Camp Gladiator Trainer Talk: Exercising in the Heat
There is no doubt that summer is here! The weather is hot and humid, and for some of us, this may be a good enough excuse for completely bailing on exercising. I believe that, for Floridians, this is probably the number one reason for exercise dropout, especially for outdoor fitness programs, runners, and people who like to take their fitness outside. In order to help … [Read more...]
Camp Gladiator Trainer Talk: Should I Exercise When I’m Sore?
One of the most common excuses for missing a consecutive workout is simply being “too sore” from a previous exercise session. This is a somewhat debatable topic as rest and recovery are very important in developing lean body mass. However, using this excuse frequently can interrupt a workout routine and result in days, weeks, or even months of missed workouts. Next time you … [Read more...]