The 5 Do’s And Don’ts To Becoming A Model

The 5 Do’s And Don’ts To Becoming A Model

NW Fitness Magazine The 5 Do’s And Don’ts To Becoming A Model by Traci Perry (Fitness Model with 20+ years experience in Commercial Print, Runway, Mannequin, Promotional, Lingerie, Fit Modeling, Commercials, Movies, and Theatre) 1. DO Find an agency that is right for YOU. If you are a bodybuilder, find a fitness agency that works within the fitness industry, as most other commercial agencies would find that type of body “too muscular.” If you are…

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Cross Training Buzz

Cross Training Buzz

NW Fitness Magazine Cross Training Buzz Move over cookie cutter gyms and stale workout routines! There’s a new craze sweeping the fitness community. CROSSFIT! It’s not anything new. Close your eyes and imagine the Rocky IV training montage. Stripped down workouts that take out the high tech and leave a brutal yet oddly beautiful workout. It goes beyond any gym by not just transforming your body, but your mind. Leave all your preconceived notions at…

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Spirit, Mind and Body

Spirit, Mind and Body

NW FitnessMagazine Spirit, Mind and Body by Ken Ralston Hey NW fitness athletes. So glad to be here in NW Fitness Mag bringing you what will hopefully be motivational articles in Spirit, Mind and Body. This month I want to focus on a very important subject especially this time of year – What do you do when you “fail” in your goals? First off I want to suggest we redefine how we view failure. I…

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The Importance of Family Fitness.

The Importance of Family Fitness.

NW Fitness Magazine The Importance of Family Fitness. Raymond Bailie, M.D. Pediatric and Adult Anesthesiologist Working in a busy practice and finding time for myself to exercise can be a challenge. Add time to spend with family and something has to give. Or does it? A novel solution to this problem is to work out with your family! The old saying is that families that eat together stay together. Could the same thing be said…

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Mount Si Trail-Hike of the month

Mount Si Trail-Hike of the month

NW Fitness Magazine Mount Si Trail-Hike of the Month by-Daniel Lupastean Located in North Bend, Mt. Si is about a 45-min drive from Seattle. As popular as Mt. Si has become with local Washingtonians, some sources estimate that between 30-100k people hike this mountain annually. This 4-mile hike steady climbs to 4,167, with Haystack scramble being its highest peak. Upon arrival to an overly crowed parking lot, especially with a beautiful snowy afternoon, people still…

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Maximize Potential by Treating Injuries

Maximize Potential by Treating Injuries

NW Fitness Magazine Maximize Potential by Treating Injuries Dr Anthony Arreola, DC NASM, CPT, FNS Many bodybuilders have found it difficult to find a doctor who truly understands their sport and the sacrifices needed to achieve success. The physical needs of a bodybuilder are significantly higher than those of the average population. Disc herniations, muscle tears, sprains, and strains can be game enders. Preventative maintenance and regularly scheduled checkups are crucial when you push your…

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OutdoorExpert-Advice

OutdoorExpert-Advice

NWFitness (March 20120 Tim Molenar Outdoor Expert Advice and Product Review Tim Molenaar, Outdoor Recreation Product Expert. Tents Venting Ever thought you had a leak in your tent? Don’t rush back and return your brand new tent because condensation has built up on the inside. This condensation is due to a lack of venting in the tent. To prevent condensation, make sure you have one of the windows or upper vents open. Zippers Pulling too…

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Nathan Detracy-Supplements-Nutrition

Nathan Detracy-Supplements-Nutrition

NW Fitness Magazine (March-2012) Nathan DeTracy No Bashing …. Just Asking…. Do you know? For those that don’t know me, my name is Nathan DeTracy and I will be competing at this May’s New York Pro show in the 212 class for my pro debut. My bodybuilding journey began back in 2002 when a devastating family tragedy at 21 years old pushed me into the sport of bodybuilding. I have grown up on stage over…

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MMA with Reese Andy

MMA with Reese Andy

MMA with Reese Andy Q&A Q1. For those that may not know, what is MMA and why is it so popular? MMA stands for Mixed Martial Arts. Most of the world has competed in some sort of combat sport. People really like the rewards of one on one sports such as tai kuan do, wrestling, boxing, and kickboxing. MMA allows the average sized person to currently use the skills of a sport they once did….

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