by Carla Sassano | Mar 14, 2017 | Uncategorized
I was inspired by my current quote on my gym’s motivational board by Jack Dixon, “If you focus on results you will never change. If you focus on change you will get results”. Change is hard! Without it, however, we cannot expect to see lasting results no matter... by Carla Sassano | Mar 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
We’re 2 months down in the New Year! How’s the workouts going? While our gym is doing a Better Body Challenge (our version of The Biggest Loser), I’m hearing some frustrations from time to time from individuals who I know are working out super intense and claiming... by Carla Sassano | Feb 24, 2017 | Fitness Tips, Health Tips
We’ve all read or heard that regular exercise makes you happier. Exercising releases chemicals called endorphins triggering a positive feeling in your body while also decreasing the feeling of pain. It would make sense that because of this “positive feeling”,... by Carla Sassano | Feb 15, 2017 | Uncategorized
In the last article, I discussed the 5 components of fitness, flexibility being one of them. Time and time again I hear, “I know I need to stretch”, “I really should try yoga”. Well, saying it or thinking it is not going to benefit you! What will it take to get you... by Carla Sassano | Feb 1, 2017 | Fitness Tips, Health Tips
What is so important about having a “balanced” workout regimen? And, what would that entail? Planning a well-balanced workout routine would include activity specific to the 5 components of physical fitness. The 5 components of physical fitness Muscular Strength:...