If you’ve ever ridden the emotional roller coaster of obsessing over the scale, you’re not alone!
After nearly 15 years in the fitness industry, our Boston personal training team can assure you that this is a common source of stress for a lot of people.
Here’s the truth about the scale and how you can use non-scale victories to focus on what matters most!
Read MoreIf you’re short on time and looking for a quick ab workout that you can do anywhere, these AUMazing exercises will challenge and strengthen your core in unique ways.
Read MoreSick of restrictive diets or intense workout programs that you follow for a week or two before becoming frustrated and quitting?
You deserve more than fighting to reach your goals only to fall back into the old habits that keep you feeling stuck.
Even if you've' struggled 1,000 times to reach your goals, by taking THIS approach, you’ll be on your way to building healthy habits for life (and achieving things you've always wanted to do).
Read MoreWhether you’re working toward achieving your first pushup or you’re an advanced lifter looking to hone your technique, this checklist (and video tutorial) will help improve your pushup game.
Read MoreWhether you want to lose weight, build muscle, or stay healthy and strong as you get older, providing your body with the protein it needs is essential. As the building block for making everything from your hair, skin, bones, muscles, and cartilage, protein is vital to repairing and creating new cells. Consuming too little protein can adversely affect how you look and feel.
In this article, you’ll learn 5 warning signs that you may not be eating enough protein (and what you can do about it).
Read MoreNo weights? No gym? No problem!
This AUMazing abs and legs workout can be done in the comfort of your own home using the best piece of equipment every invented…your body.
Read MoreWhether you are just beginning an exercise regimen or you’ve been strength training for years, incorporating resistance bands into your workouts is a smart move.
Besides being lightweight, portable, and convenient to use when working out at home or while traveling, resistance bands build strength and challenge your body in unique ways.
In this blog, you’ll learn about the many benefits of resistance band training, and how they will make a great addition to your exercise routine, whether you want to lose weight, get stronger, move better, or all the above.
Plus, we’ll share four of our favorite band exercises that you can do anywhere for an AUMazing full body workout!
Read MoreRight now, immune health is on everyone’s mind.
Everywhere you look, there is advice, but what is actually true?
My Boston personal trainer team and I have done extensive research in order to arm you with the best preventative strategies for building an AUMazing immune system.
Following these tips will go a long way toward strengthening your immunity all year long!
Read MoreYou’ve probably used a foam roller at some point to relieve muscle tension, but have you ever incorporated one into your regular workouts?
If not, you’re missing out on a versatile piece of fitness equipment that, due to it’s round, unstable design, can challenge and strengthen your body in unique ways.
My Boston personal trainer team and I recommend that all of our personal training clients invest in a foam roller so that, when they aren’t working out at our fitness center, they can not only roll out tight spots, but also exercise in the comfort of their own home.
We’ve rounded up four of our favorite foam roller strength moves for you to begin adding to your fitness routine.
Let’s get rolling . . .
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Did you know that your digestive tract is home to around 100 trillion bacteria—more than all the stars in the Milky Way galaxy?
Collectively known as your microbiome, your gut bacteria impact virtually every aspect of your health, including your appetite, immune system, moods, and your ability to lose weight.
Read MoreIf you’d like stronger, more defined arms, you’ll love this AUMazing bodyweight move called the TRX Tricep Extension. What’s great about this exercise (which uses the TRX Suspension Trainer) is that there’s an added element of instability, providing an extra challenge for your core.
Read MoreOne of the most common concerns my Boston personal training team and I hear when first meeting someone new to our center is, “how do I reach my weight loss and fitness goals while still having a social life?”
It’s a legitimate question as many of our society’s rituals for bonding and connecting with family and friends often revolve around food and drink.
Read MoreWhen done intelligently, high intensity interval training can deliver impressive results. Many of our clients have lost multiple pant sizes and reached their weight loss goals by following our holistic nutrition plan and AUMazing Body strength workouts while strategically doing high intensity interval training.
However, what many people fail to realize is that, when done excessively, HIIT training can have detrimental effects on your health.
Read MoreWe all have days when we could use an extra boost of energy to handle the demands of our busy schedules.
While it may be tempting to indulge in that salted caramel latte for a quick jolt of energy, it’s important to know that excessive caffeine intake can cause an increase in stress hormones, like cortisol, and adversely affect your sleep, waistline, and more.
The good news is that there are a variety of all-natural energy sources that provide long-lasting stamina without overstimulating your body.
Here are our top 10 AUMazing foods for keeping you energized, focused, and productive, along with Coach Chris’ Tips on how to incorporate them into your day.
Read MoreOne of the most common challenges we encounter with the busy professionals we coach at our personal training center in Boston is lack of sleep.
Nights spent tossing and turning can be incredibly frustrating and lead to impaired attention and productivity the next day, increased sugar cravings, decreased immunity, and even depressed feelings.
Read MoreIf you’re like most people, you’ve probably followed the suggestions and advice of “experts” and “gurus” and experimented with various eating approaches.
It seems like nearly everyday, a new diet or method of eating is being promoted and touted as the “best” and/or “healthiest”.
As a result, you may feel extremely confused about which approach works best as you attempt to sort through the overwhelming amount of information.
Read MoreDo you have a sweet tooth and often find yourself reaching for candy or sugary snacks?
Are sugary-drinks your go-to when you feel tired or bored?
The good news is that many strategies can help you manage your sweet tooth and conquer cravings without making extreme changes.
Here are 5 science-based tips that my Boston personal trainer team and I have used successfully with our clients:
Read MoreAlthough chin-ups can be challenging to master, once you conquer this skill, you’ll experience a sense of accomplishment that is incredibly empowering. Being able to pull your own bodyweight over the bar is an AUMazing feeling!
Read MoreI’ve been training clients and working on my own body for nearly 15 years. During this time, I’ve researched every fat-loss method imaginable and studied everything from ancient nutrition methods to underground fitness strategies to get results.
Read MoreAre you afraid that lifting weights will make your body bulky? Are you convinced that cardio is the best way to lose weight? If you’re confused by all the conflicting info on how to reach your fitness and weight loss goals, you’re not alone. We’re going to dive into three myths about strength training for women.
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