At Thrive, we utilize the Concept2 rowing machine because it provides a great total body cardiovascular workout with very little wear and tear on your joints. With good rowing technique, you can burn a ton of calories each workout and lose those stubborn inches around your waistline. There is one downside to rowing though; it …
It has been a while since I explained the “whys” of our exercise program, so this is a review to explain our format and what we are trying to accomplish. An exercise program should exist to make you feel better, move better, and look better. It should not be so insanely tough that you feel …
When I see people dealing with nagging aches and pains – often times lower back pain – I often think of the definition of insanity: doing the same thing over and over again, expecting different results. Keep in mind that MOST cases of lower back pain are caused by doing something repetitive in nature or keeping …
After reading a recent study about strength training and whether you need to lift heavy weights to build muscle, I got to thinking about my clients and how they strength train. The study showed some evidence that rather than worrying about lifting real heavy weights, we should consider simply lifting the weight until we reach …
Muscle fatigue/effort level instead of counting reps Read More »
This is a letter I wrote to some prospects I contacted this week. It reflects my current thoughts about our program and how good I feel about the work we are doing at Thrive Fitness. Dear Future Thrive Client: Thrive Fitness is an exercise and wellness program that is much like personal training, but in …
Most fitness programs are designed with the goal of helping you to lose weight and body fat, to make you look better. The majority of people certainly want this in their fitness program, but it also doesn’t make sense to ignore the importance of being able to move freely, without pain. Beating up your body …
Placing a higher priority on Mobility in your workouts Read More »