Check out the workout we did a few saturdays ago with in Fit Chick Express! The only equipment we needed was a mat!
The girls said they couldn't believe how good of a workout they could get without using any equipment! Hope you enjoy!
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Burn Fat Over the Holidays..
Quick, effective, de-stressing and energy producing....what does this describe? A body weight workout!!
Check out the workout we did a few saturdays ago with in Fit Chick Express! The only equipment we needed was a mat!
Check out the workout we did a few saturdays ago with in Fit Chick Express! The only equipment we needed was a mat!
Monday, December 13, 2010
Why Stretching Is So Important
Some of my favorite stretches....
As a massage therapist, I often ask clients about their stretching routine. More times than not I find that people don't fit much stretching into their schedules. Having a regular regimen of stretching is an important part of maintaining correct balance in the body, and omitting these stretches deprive you of a valuable self-healing technique.
Stretching your muscles on a regular basis can improve range of motion and flexibility. Keeping muscles at a proper length takes unnecessary tension off tendons, which lessens the chance of any damage. Stretching also allows for more muscle tone; muscle will be larger in volume without becoming bulky.
Top Five Reasons to Stretch
Athlete Performance: From die-hard runners to the recreational golfer- regular stretching exercises will increase flexibility and range of motion. This lessens the chance of damage to muscles, ligaments and tendons. Stretching muscles also increases muscle tone without creating bulk.
Body Building: Think of a goldfish in a fishbowl. That little fish will stay the same size unless it's given a chance to expand in a larger tank. Muscles work on the same principal. Stretching a muscle gives it more room to expand and add mass.
Posture Improvement: Individuals who work at a computer desk or drive long distances regularly seem to have a permanent slouched position, and will often have upper back pain. Chest muscles become short while upper back and neck muscles become taunt and tense. By stretching the muscles in the front portion of your body allows the shoulders to fall into proper position, letting the upper back muscles relax and letting you balance your spine properly over your hips.
Elderly: Muscles that stay in a tight shortened state have a more likely chance of getting injured. An easy stretching routine can restoring muscle flexibility and endurance help regain balance and strength, and lessen the likelihood of an injury from a fall or sudden movement.
Weight Loss: Frequently stretching will increase the amount of lean muscle in your body. This in turn raises your metabolic rate, which increases the amount of calories burnt. Adding stretches to an exercise routine can assist in faster results.
Most people fit into one or more of these categories. No matter whom you are, you are probably looking for a simple way to improve your body, whether it's speed and endurance, dropping a few pounds, developing good posture, or improving your flexibility. It's easy to develop an effective stretching routine; most can be done in your home without assistance.
Jaime's Recommended Reads:
Stretching, by Bob Anderson
Active Isolated Stretching: The Mattes Method, by Aaron L. Mattes
As a massage therapist, I often ask clients about their stretching routine. More times than not I find that people don't fit much stretching into their schedules. Having a regular regimen of stretching is an important part of maintaining correct balance in the body, and omitting these stretches deprive you of a valuable self-healing technique.
Stretching your muscles on a regular basis can improve range of motion and flexibility. Keeping muscles at a proper length takes unnecessary tension off tendons, which lessens the chance of any damage. Stretching also allows for more muscle tone; muscle will be larger in volume without becoming bulky.
Top Five Reasons to Stretch
Athlete Performance: From die-hard runners to the recreational golfer- regular stretching exercises will increase flexibility and range of motion. This lessens the chance of damage to muscles, ligaments and tendons. Stretching muscles also increases muscle tone without creating bulk.
Body Building: Think of a goldfish in a fishbowl. That little fish will stay the same size unless it's given a chance to expand in a larger tank. Muscles work on the same principal. Stretching a muscle gives it more room to expand and add mass.
Posture Improvement: Individuals who work at a computer desk or drive long distances regularly seem to have a permanent slouched position, and will often have upper back pain. Chest muscles become short while upper back and neck muscles become taunt and tense. By stretching the muscles in the front portion of your body allows the shoulders to fall into proper position, letting the upper back muscles relax and letting you balance your spine properly over your hips.
Elderly: Muscles that stay in a tight shortened state have a more likely chance of getting injured. An easy stretching routine can restoring muscle flexibility and endurance help regain balance and strength, and lessen the likelihood of an injury from a fall or sudden movement.
Weight Loss: Frequently stretching will increase the amount of lean muscle in your body. This in turn raises your metabolic rate, which increases the amount of calories burnt. Adding stretches to an exercise routine can assist in faster results.
Most people fit into one or more of these categories. No matter whom you are, you are probably looking for a simple way to improve your body, whether it's speed and endurance, dropping a few pounds, developing good posture, or improving your flexibility. It's easy to develop an effective stretching routine; most can be done in your home without assistance.
Jaime's Recommended Reads:
Stretching, by Bob Anderson
Active Isolated Stretching: The Mattes Method, by Aaron L. Mattes
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Jaime Savarese is a Licensed Massage Therapist with DREAM Wellness and is widely considered the foremost expert in Massage Therapy in Suffolk County, New York. If you'd like more tips such as these feel free to visit Jaime at http://www.livetherdreameveryday.com and be sure to join our mailing list.
Jaime Savarese is a Licensed Massage Therapist with DREAM Wellness and is widely considered the foremost expert in Massage Therapy in Suffolk County, New York. If you'd like more tips such as these feel free to visit Jaime at http://www.livetherdreameveryday.com and be sure to join our mailing list.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Holiday Protein Balls
The holiday season is upon and this usually means all kinds of sweets! Well here is my version of healthy holiday protein balls.
I tried this this past weekend and they are very good. I would like to try adding maybe some mini dark chocolate chunks or some dried fruit next time.
Ingredients:
1/4 c ground oats
1/2 cup honey ( I only used about 1 TBSP but it could use a bit more)
1/2 cup natural peanut butter (next time I plan to use almond butter)
1/2 cup sunflower kernels
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa ( I used chocolate protein powder instead)
1 tsp vanilla
**Mix all together and roll into balls. Then roll in coconut or ground almonds! Refrigerate!
I tried this this past weekend and they are very good. I would like to try adding maybe some mini dark chocolate chunks or some dried fruit next time.
Ingredients:
1/4 c ground oats
1/2 cup honey ( I only used about 1 TBSP but it could use a bit more)
1/2 cup natural peanut butter (next time I plan to use almond butter)
1/2 cup sunflower kernels
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa ( I used chocolate protein powder instead)
1 tsp vanilla
**Mix all together and roll into balls. Then roll in coconut or ground almonds! Refrigerate!
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
December Events with Fit Chick Express!
Fit Chick Express
Toy Drive and Wellness Fair
Saturday, December 4th from 1-4pm
505 Main Street, Longmont - Longmont Free University Building
30 Minute Seminars on the Following Topics:1:00 pm - *Mindful Eating
1:30 pm - *Mental Skills: Come learn how to set goals and stay motivated using special mental skills
2:00 pm- *Anti-Aging Cosmetic Acupuncture
2:30 pm- *Anti-inflammatory diets: Avoiding pain and getting healthy
3:00 pm- * What is Biofeedback ~ How can it change my life with Nutrition, Stress and Detoxification
3:30 pm- *The Arbonne Difference - What is left Out
Health and Wellness Booths from the Following:
Max Muscle (Free Nutritional Consults starting at 1pm)
Fit Chick Express
Quantum Biofeedback
Arbonne
Timbre Integrated Health
Acupuncture
It Works! Body Wraps
Fit Chick Express
Quantum Biofeedback
Arbonne
Timbre Integrated Health
Acupuncture
It Works! Body Wraps
Bring a toy donation to be entered to win one of the following prizes!
**1 FREE Month to Fit Chick Express ($129 Value)
**1 FREE Month of Fat Burning Yoga with Fit Chick Express ($80 value)
**1 It Works! Body Wrap - Phoenix Sagan
**1 On 1 Health Coaching - 6 Sessions - ($250 value) Bobbie Covert
**Vitamin D Supplement + Complimentary Initial Consultation - Dr. Courtney Conley - Timbre Integrated Health
**"Check Your Nutrition" Biofeedback Session + Detoxifying Ionic Foot Bath - Alanna Day
**1 Acupuncture Treatment - Theresa Ugalde
**One Month Supply of Liquid Vitamins (Vit Acell) and a High Five protein ($89 value)- Max Muscle
**1 on 1 personal skin care consultation including a $25 gift certificate from Arbonne - Carla Burchell
To RSVP please send email to angie@fitchickexpress.com
or call 303-746-1432
The last Free trial of 2010! Why not get a jumpstart on your 2011 with 2 weeks of Fit Chick Express Unlimited classes! Yoga and Extreme classes are included in this!
Classes are from December 4th to the 20th!! Special offer to those who join the trial! :)
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