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Common Excuses for Not Getting in Shape

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Common Excuses for Not Getting in Shape

NW FITNESS MAGAZINE Common Excuses for Not Getting in Shape By: Tiare Vincent When was the last time you told yourself you would go to the gym, and then that turned into “I’ll go to the gym tomorrow” then eventually you forgot your gym existed? Much too often people see the gym as something to fear or dread, whether they are too tired from so many hours working or in school, or the kids schedules…

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ELEVATION TRAINING Elevation Mask Training By Ali Crosbie

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ELEVATION TRAINING Elevation Mask Training By Ali Crosbie

ELEVATION TRAINING – Elevation Mask Training By Ali Crosbie NW FITNESS MAGAZINE Training and living in environments over 8000 ft above sea level can increase ones red blood cell production. In turn increasing endurance at normal altitudes. Elite and professional athletes alike have known this training trick for years. Unfortunately reaping these benefits means uprooting and moving away for months on end. A feat most of us cannot do. However, advancements in technology has brought the same benefits of High Altitude Training down to sea level. It’s…

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Standup Paddle Board Yoga – by Elizabeth Kovar M.A.

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Standup Paddle Board Yoga – by Elizabeth Kovar M.A.

Standup Paddle Board Yoga – The New Mind-Body Exercise by Elizabeth Kovar M.A. Every year in fitness, there are new inventions or class ideas to bring a fresh perspective to one’s workout. In the last several years, Standup Paddle Board Yoga is one of those “fresh inventions” to where the board is your mat, and nature is your focal point. Plus, the combination of paddling to and from the practice location produces a full-body workout…

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Plyometrics Written By: Justin Hickman

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Plyometrics Written By: Justin Hickman

NW FITNESS MAGAZINE Plyometrics Written By: Justin Hickman As a personal trainer I’ve used and heard of many different training systems and techniques, one system that has always delivered results in terms of performance, challenge and satisfaction for the athlete is Plyometric training. Plyometrics, or Plyos, has been sweeping through the fitness industry for years now. This training style has been making a buzz again because of its fun, explosive, and result driven nature. The athletic and explosive training is a great way to burn calories, sculpt muscle, and most importantly increase performance. Plyometric workouts can include anything…

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Turk’s Training Principals BY TURK FICKLING

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Turk’s Training Principals BY TURK FICKLING

Turk’s Training Principals BY TURK FICKLING Socrates and Schwarzenegger had one thing in common: philosophy. The Greek pondered heavy thoughts, the Austrian lifted heavy things. However, the 7-time Mr. Olympia incorporated his own training philosophy into a regimen that developed a physique worthy of comparison to an ancient Greek sculpture. I’ve never been to Greece, and I’ve never been the governor of California. However, I am both passionate and philosophical about my training methods! I’d…

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Profile Scott Kluth

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Profile Scott Kluth

NW Fitness Magazine March Profile (2012) Scott Kluth Occupation: Student height: 5’9″ competition weight: 185-188lbs offseason weight:220-225lbs favorite cheat food: French Dip or Pizza training program: I used a modified version of Layne Norton’s P.H.A.T. (Power Hypertrophy Adaptive Training). The principles I take from that program is hitting a muscle with a really heavy day of training in the 6-8 rep range and then about 3-4 days later hitting it again with a higher rep…

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The Importance of Family Fitness.

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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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This Killer Workout Sculpts muscles & sheds pounds

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This Killer Workout Sculpts muscles & sheds pounds

This Killer Workout Sculpts muscles & sheds pounds We caught up with Soli and Shelsea at Bellevues Amped Crossfit as they prepare for the 2012 Emerald Cup. These competitors know what it takes to get in the best shape possible. You may not be preparing to walk the stage in front of thousands, but you can get their workout. Soli & Shelsea back and leg should be parallel to the floor Standing leg lift Works…

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