Posts Tagged "personal trainer"
Saghi: Focus on Form
“Core, core, core, think core, Saghi!” I must have heard this every single session I have had with Jess this past week. We’re working on my balance and building a stronger core. You must be wondering how we’re doing this – how does doing a plank on a bosu and stability ball sound? It sounded absurd to me, and thought Jess had lost her mind in wanting me to do this. The first time was difficult, I felt discouraged as I wobbled continuously. But it got a little better each time after that. Jess always says that it gets easier after the first set, and she’s right. It really does. She kicked my ass on Wednesday night. Resting in between...
Read MoreSaghi: I Used to Say No To Tight Dresses…
For the past 2 years, I have dreaded getting dressed for parties or events. I always found myself buying something new because whatever I had in the closet didn’t fit me the way it did when I first bought it. I refused to buy fitted dresses because of the way my midsection and sides would look in them. This year things were different. My mom had purchased this dress for me and told me to try it on; it was one of those fitted dresses I never thought would look good on me. I put it on and immediately felt great in it! I went to a family Christmas party and everyone had recognized the difference in my shape, it’s so motivating when others see the difference! Over...
Read MoreAsk the Trainer
This week, I received the following question, and decided to answer it on my blog, since it is a common one: Question re: sweating. Hot topic, i know. I’ve been working out (cardio and free weights) 4-5 days (1 hour) per week now for about 6 months and I have stopped sweating during most of my cardio workouts ( running, stepper, bike, row). Does this mean that my workout has become too easy? Obviously it is a sign of my increased fitness level, however, can effectivity of a workout be measured by how much one sweats? It doesn’t really feel like much of a workout anymore without sweat… and I feel less satisfied. -Colette Answer: Well, this question is...
Read MoreNEW VIDEO: Beginner Strength Circuit
I’ve spoken to quite a few people this week who just can’t get into a routine, and more importantly don’t know where to start when it comes to shaping and strengthening their bodies. This video is a short circuit that should take about 20 minutes. Execute it 2-3 times / week to start seeing some results after 3-4 weeks. It’s a great platform that will elevate your level of fitness, and certainly bring many other exercises available to you after a bit of practice.
Read MoreNEW VIDEO: Row for a Sculpted Back
With so many of us always sitting rounded over computers and desks so much of the time in this technology-driven age, anatomies are really suffering the consequences. We have to train accordingly, to press our posture back into place. Not only that, but what is sexier than a strong back, on a man OR a woman? Here are your principles for doing the most classic upper back exercise: the row. Note – the biceps, delts and core also get fantastic toning with this one.
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