Apr
21
As a personal trainer, one of my biggest jobs is to motivate my clients. How do I do this? It is not through yelling or being mean (that never works in the long run). In fact, it is just the opposite.
The best way to keep my clients motivated is to learn the answer to one question: What motivates YOU to exercise?
Every one of us exercise for a different reason. Some do it because it makes them feel good, others do it because it makes them look good. Some may do it to fit into a bathing suit, or wedding dress. Still others do it purely for health reasons.
So I ask you: What motivates you to exercise?
How do you think Homer Simpson would answer that question? Watch the clip below to find out.
Enjoy…
Apr
15
Putting across Scotland
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As someone who swam the Mississippi River and biked around the perimeter of the US, I am always on the lookout for people who do unusual endurance events. How about Putting across Scotland? Enjoy…
Apr
14
CBS had a great story about the personal training industry. The reporter went online, took a test from a company in India and was certified as a personal trainer. Scary.
I talked about this issue in a previous post titled: What to look for in a personal trainer.
Look for national certifications from one of three organizations: 1) NSCA – The National Strength and Conditioning Association. 2) ACSM – The American College of Sports Medicine or 3) ACE – American Council on Exercise.
Enjoy,
Apr
11
Trailer for the Documentary Film — Swim Lessons: The Nick Irons Story
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Take a look at the new trailer for the upcoming documentary Swim Lessons: The Nick Irons Story. The documentary is being produced by Alex Houston of Fiat Lux productions and is the true story of my 1550-mile swim down the Mississippi River.
Apr
10
The hottest, fastest growing trend in human & k9 fitness is coming to DC! You don’t have to worry about squeezing in your workout time and sacrificing time with your pup, now you can do both at the same time!
Camps are filling up fast and are limited to 10 participants, ensuring that campers get the most out of this exciting fitness program. Now you can get, and stay in shape with your furry buddy while giving him the time and attention he deserves!
To find out more visit www.dogtagbootcamp.com Or Register Now! Boot Camp’s just $299/ month! Saturday Boot Camps are free for the Month of May ... but you must be pre-registered.