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Many, many people have asked a fitness coach if it is possible to lose fat “right here”. When they ask, they always point to a specific body part. It could be the abdomen or perhaps the legs, while others point to the area underneath the arm, or some point to the neck. All are asking if “spot reduction” works; i.e., can you choose exactly where you lose fat? The answer: No, you cannot specify which fat you lose.  Doing exercises spec

Many people who are thinking about exercising want to know how fast you can gain fitness and  current fitness enthusiasts often want to know how fast you lose fitness if you stop training. Here are some answers! Gaining Fitness: It Only Takes Weeks We have great news for you: If you have not been working out, you can measurably improve fitness in weeks.  If you are currently working out, the answer will be different because progress slows o

Can you build strength after 40? Absolutely! We know we can become weaker as we age and it is true, we will experience physical decline as we age, but strength can be improved at any age, and older adults who train regularly can become incredibly strong. With continued training, they can hold much of that strength very late in life affording them the opportunity for an independent life. Think of it like this: If you do not use it, you will los

It’s summer, and the sun is beating down—but you want to keep moving and stay fit. So how do you keep working toward your training goals as the temperature soars? Here are some tips—but first, why is it tougher to train when the temperatures reach HOT.  Heat adds more stress to the body. With warmer weather, your body’s core temperature increases, and it has to work harder to regulate it. Your heart has to pump faster to deal wi

Why should someone add muscle to their body? The short answer: It’s great for your health. Keep in mind that we aren’t talking about huge amounts of muscle. Sometimes people think of  bodybuilders when they hear the word “muscle,” but this article will address smaller amounts of muscle added to people who want to be generally healthy and active. The media discusses the obesity epidemic, but “sarcopenia” is never discussed. S

In times of stress, the best thing we can do for each other is to listen with our ears and our hearts and to be assured that our questions are just as important as our answers. Fred Rogers #alphacares