Train for Life

Author: rrluthi

  • Indoor Cycling: The “How To’s”

    Are you tired of your exercise routine? Are you ready for a change? Are you in search of new and different ways to get fit? Try a Spin Class ! Format (*Recommended:  New riders arrive 15 minutes early) Bike Set-up – 10 minutes Class Instructions – 5 minutes Spin Class – 50 minutes (first 5 – 10 minutes…

  • 10 Fitness Tips to Kick-Off Your Week

    It is a new week filled with new beginnings – What new healthy habit(s) will you begin? Maintain an equal balance between work-life, exercise-recovery, and healthy meal-cheat meal, and live in the now! Be Active!  Be Healthy! Be YOU!

  • Thirsty Thursday, Metabolism-Boosting Cocktail

    A cocktail to fire up your metabolism and make you feel healthy all day! Tastes great, too! But remember, just a dash of cayenne pepper – a little goes a long way! Eat Well!  Be Active!  Be Healthy!  Be YOU! Reference: http://fearlessfoodandfitness.wordpress.com/2013/09/18/good-morning-metabolism-cocktail/

  • More Reasons Why Positive Emotions Boost Your Health

    Either through personal experiences, reading research articles, or simply in conversation, we are all aware that positive thoughts are good for our health.   Here are 7 ways (one for each day of the week) positive emotions benefit our hearts, specifically. This week, do something active with a loved one! Go for a walk, jog, hike, or…

  • 5 Tips for a Healthy Halloween

    Pumpkin patches, black cats, scary costumes, spooking haunted houses, fun parties, and yes, the oh-so-tempting candy bowl! While it is okay to indulge in 1 – 2 pieces of candy today,                                        moderation is key! So, how will you moderate your candy consumption?  …

  • 1… 2… 3… Three Steps to Get Fit!

    Another week… Another opportunity to Get Fit! Follow these 3 simple steps this week, and you will find yourself on the path to a more lean, healthy, and happy YOU! It’s that easy! Eat Well!  Be Active!  Be Healthy!  Be YOU!

  • Quick Mid-Week Work Out Surge!

    A quick heart-pumping workout to help you make it through the week! No BOSU ball?  A non-skid floor mat will suffice! No Plyobox?  A stable bench will do! No dumbbells?  Use  your body weight! There are No Excuses! Be Active!  Be Healthy!  Be YOU!

  • 10 Tips to a Healthier Lifestyle and Happier You!

    It is a new week! Here are ten (10) simple events to add to your daily routine, contributing to a healthier, fitter YOU! Follow these guidelines to achieve optimal health and well-being. Eat Well!  Be Active!  Be Healthy!   Be YOU!

  • This Week Do One Thing For Yourself Each Day!

    Choose one activity for you! No matter how big or small, it brings you joy and happiness! Your body and mind will thank you, and you will do better service for others. Examples include: Try a new group exercise class at the gym Go for a walk during your lunch break Practice yoga Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure Read an inspiring…

  • Wake Up Your Core and Improve Joint Mobility!

    Here is a martial-arts-infused warm-up circuit meeting all 5 kinetic checkpoints from head to toe! Increase your circulation, dynamic flexibility, and range of motion Connect your body and mind Head and Cervical Spine Place your hands at your hips and move your head 2 – 3 repetitions in each plane of motion:  forward/backward (sagittal plane),…