The most requested body part to train is the Abs. It doesn’t matter how many times I say definition in the abs is a result of diet combined with exercise to create muscle tone and structure., everyone still wants to train their abs!

Most people dread leg day but I have always loved it. I specifically train my legs and glute twice a week. On Sundays I love to do heavier weight and lower repetitions. It usually takes me 90 minutes so I know on Sunday Morning I have extra time to get the whole workout in. My second leg workout of the week is usually on Wednesday or Thursday depending on my schedule.

By Craig, Certified Personal Trainer

“How can I get a flat stomach?”

It’s one of the most commonly asked questions, yet most misunderstood concepts, of exercise Whether it’s shedding excess weight off one’s midsection or trying to obtain the Holy Grail of fitness (the vaunted six-pack), many people spend countless hours in the gym trying to perfect this one area more than any other. What makes it so difficult to achieve is not a lack of effort but a lack of understanding. I’ll illustrate some of the reasons why getting a tighter tummy has eluded so many, despite great effort..

Are your quads struggling to get in those skinny jeans or are your calves too tight for tall boots?  This is a common complaint I hear from my female clients all too often and I can relate.  In early 2016 I switched my workouts to prepare for a 3 day 300 mile bike ride for Make-A-Wish.  In doing so I noticed a shift in my body and mostly my legs.  

While we work on getting back into our routines after the holidays have come and gone, healthy lifestyles regularly top the list of New Year's priorities. One activity that often gets overlooked is stretching. As all of my massage and training clients know, I am a huge advocate of daily stretching. 

Don't let traveling get you off your fitness routine.  It is easy to skip workouts while traveling but your body will thank you later if you find just 30 minutes to fit a short jog or a few push ups in.  I use trips as an excuse to scout the competition and see what other cities are offering in the fitness industry. 

I am raising money for Make A Wish Foundation by biking 300 miles over 3 days.  Many of you probably think this will be easy for me but I beg to differ.  The studio is only 5 miles one way so biking 100 miles a day is going to be a big challenge, but there are children suffering every day with diseases and it is for these children that I choose to ride.

The days are getting shorter and that means summer is half over! Take advantage of the beautiful weather and shake up your workout by challenging yourself outside.  Forget the dumbbells, bands and bars since all you need for this workout is a picnic table or park bench!  

The snow has melted and the spring flowers are starting to peak up through the soil.  I can finally trade the treadmill in for the trails and get out side to run.  Running outside in the winter is fun for some but I can’t seem to figure out a way to keep my feet warm and hands from going numb!