Ninja Warrior Training: A Q&A With Brian Kretsch of Traverse Fitness
We recently interviewed Brian Kretsch, trainer and manager at Traverse Fitness, a Ninja Warrior gym in Richmond, California. You’ll find the same daunting (and iconic) obstacles inside Traverse that you’d find on the American Ninja Warrior TV show, from the Warped Wall to the Salmon Ladder. Brian knows them all very well. He is one of only two ninjas to compete…
Your Guide to Taking Quality Photos for Fitness
In business, first impressions are incredibly important and high-quality original photographs make a powerful impact on consumers. Way back in 2011, a survey done by BrightLocal found that 60% of consumers give more consideration to local search results that have images. This preference has only…
Celebrating International Yoga Day Differently
International Yoga Day will be a little different this year for yogis and yoga instructors alike. While you may not be able to go to your beloved studio for a hot yoga session to stretch the stress away, that doesn’t mean this year’s holiday is cancelled! Celebrate International Yoga Day the virtual way with live stream classes or take it to the outdoors with friends so you won’t have to miss out on the festivities!
How to Stay Active When There’s Too Much Snow
If you’re like most of the country, you’re still digging out from March’s late winter wallop. With four nor’easters back-to-back-to-back, many parts of the country dealt with a foot plus of snow with each storm as well as power outages, high winds, downed power lines,…
Beauty Preservation for the Girl Who Lives in the Gym
Header Image Source: @chevanon / Twenty20 Being a gymaholic has its upsides: you probably have defined biceps, washboard abs, a toned butt, and energy to boot. But spending a lot of time in the gym can also pose challenges for the gal who also wants…
Staying Fit with Chronic Pain
Header Image: rawpixel / Unsplash One of the common recommendations made to people with chronic pain to stay healthy is to exercise. Unfortunately, it can be hard to maintain your fitness goals. It’s important to find ways to manage your pain and stay fit so…
Cheat Day the Right Way According to Fitness Trainers
Most people like to think winter is the season when cravings for yummy comfort foods are strongest. But, if you’re currently on a fitness journey, you know all too well that fall time can be just as tempting. There’s an old principle that we should…
Out with HIIT, In with LIIT
For several years, high-intensity interval training, widely referred to as HIIT, has been the workout of choice used by fitness professionals who want to help their clients burn fat and get lean. But could there be a lower-impact alternative that offers similar results? Enter LIIT,…
What to Look for in a Fitness Retreat
Are you itching to get away? You’re not alone. Summer 2018 provides the perfect opportunity to take a break from work, visit a picture-perfect locale, and… focus on your health. To some, there’s no better vacay than one that offers incredible views, delicious whole food,…
What Is Brown Fat and Why It Matters
Burning fat is a goal that many people aspire to when they hit the gym, but not all fat is bad. There’s unsaturated fats such as monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids. These safeguard you from heart disease and keep your cholesterol levels under control when…
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