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Fun Friday Circuit …Make it happen! No regrets! WARM-UP Jogging in place: 1 minute Butt Kicks: 1 minute – 30 seconds (slow tempo), 30 seconds (fast tempo) High Knee Touch, Diagonal: 1 minute – 30 seconds each side Ice Skaters: 1 minute Regression: Perform side steps or curtsy lunge Progression: Add hop with back foot
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San Francisco Bay Area friends, classmates/colleagues, and blog followers, the 7-year old daughter of a former trainer at my gym in San Rafael was recently diagnosed with brain cancer. The cancer is inoperable, and the adorable little girl is currently undergoing alternative therapies. Body Kinetics has graciously agreed to host a fundraiser, and raise money to support
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Have you ever bent over to pick up an item off of the floor and… ouch!… injured your low back? I will teach you core strengthening exercises designed to increase your mind-body connection, firm your midsection, and prevent injury. The core musculature is your body’s foundation, similar to the foundation of a house. All (arm and leg) movement needs
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It is almost Friday, and it’s time for Happy Hour! Do you want a healthy, guilt-free cocktail? Sparkling Lime Apple Cider Ingredients 1/2 – 1 c. Sparkling Water 1/4 c. Apple Cider Vinegar 1/4 – 1/2 c. Limeade or Fresh Squeezed Lime 2 – 4 drops of Liquid Stevia (optional) *Exact quantities of each ingredient may vary
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Turmeric Milk Benefits Decreases inflammation, which can relieve heartburn and indigestion Decreases risk of heart attacks, due to the effects of curcumin Slows progression of Type 2 Diabetes Fights cancer Protects the brain, due to the effects of turmerone Decreases joint pain, such as arthritis Improves sleep *Caution: Turmeric may slow blood clotting, thereby individuals
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Does your morning smoothie need a fix? Are your taste buds tired of berries? Do you want a change? Apple Delight Ingredients 1/2 – 1 Fuji Apple, or apple variety of choice (chopped) 1/2 – 1 Banana (sliced) 1/2 – 1 c. Spinach, or leafy green of choice 1 – 2 tbsp. Unsalted Peanut Butter, or nut butter
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Reduce risk of Coronary Heart Disease and Stroke Lower Blood Pressure (BP) Lower Blood Sugar Levels (glucose) Reduce risk of Osteoporosis Reduce risk of Breast and Colon Cancer Reduce risk of Type II Diabetes (non-insulin dependent) Improve Mental Well-Being! Ways to Fit Walking into A Busy Day Park your car in the spot farthest from the
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Do you spend long, countless hours sitting each day? S T O P S T A N D U P W A L K New research indicates that a quick, 2-minute walk might largely reduce the detrimental effects of sitting for extended periods of time. Do you exercise before work, before hitting the chair for the rest of the
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Walking Warrior Challenge #1 Time: 30 minutes Do you only have time for 5 – 10 minutes of exercise? It’s okay! Perform any of the circuits below (hill climb, endurance, or intervals) for the duration that fits your busy schedule. Just be sure to warm-up and cool-down for at least 2 – 3 minutes to prevent injury.
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