Fitness, Health


by Lori

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August 17, 2010


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Interval Training Builds Fitness Fast

Interval training has been the basis for athletic training routines for years. The first forms of interval training, called “fartlek” involved alternating short, fast bursts of intensive exercise with slow, easy activity. Fartlek was casual, unstructured training that perfectly fit its English translation: “speed play.”

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Fitness, Workouts


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August Workout of the Month

Warm – up : walking lunge with DB shoulder rows

SUPERSET THE FOLLOWING TWICE EACH PAIR….1min rest in between pairs

Jammer - single side squat to push R x 15 L x 15

Hoist Bar jump assist pull ups…x25 as fast as possible

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On-The-Go Breakfast Sandwich

Ingredients needed:

1 whole grain english muffin

1 egg

1 slice low fat american cheese

1 slice canadian bacon

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Fitness, Health


by Kari

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August 9, 2010


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Triathlon- GO LONG… GO DEEP!

A re-cap of my Chelan Man Try-A Tri race based on pictures my sister took of the day…

9:00 I’m posing for pictures with family and friends, loving on my daughter telling her how much I love her. She’s telling me how funny I look in my wet suit and cap but that I’m strong and I’m gonna win. We’re watching the younger age groups start and many are getting pulled from the water before making the first corner, the water is rough and on nerves. My nerves seemed to be calm, I’m happy to be finally at the starting line, ready and anxious to be out there giving it all I’ve got!

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Workouts


by Travis

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July 20, 2010


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Change Your Workout Plan: 10 Ways to Supercharge a Boring Gym Session

Start with Your Hamstrings

“Most men do the exercises they like first and save the ones they know they hate for last,” says Steve Lischin, NASM-C.P.T. “Toward the end of a workout, they either put little effort into these exercises or just skip them entirely.” Performing your workout in the opposite order can give muscles you tend to overlook (such as your hamstrings) the attention they deserve. And saving your favorites for last can help you recharge when your energy level is in decline.

Stretch Between Sets

“Don’t stretch only when your muscles feel tight,” says Jordan. Stretching the muscles you’re working not only helps them stay loose, but can also increase your range of motion, allowing you to work more muscle fibers with each additional set.

Click on the link below to read the rest of this great article!!

http://www.menshealth.com/men/fitness/workout-plans/change-your-workout-plan/article/38f64c5899a46010vgnvcm100000cfe793cd

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