Alternative Fitness

So you want to get in shape, but you would rather get a root canal than go to the gym. You already ran the rat race all day at work and the last thing you want to do is feel like you are spinning a hamster wheel by jogging on the treadmill. If listening to Kenny G on repeat for five hours straight sounds more exciting than exercising for 20 minutes then you need to continue reading.

Gymnophobia

The gym (and its mirrors, spandex, and sweaty skin) can certainly be an intimidating place for those that are already self-conscious about their bodies. Nonetheless, you are paying the hefty monthly membership fee for a reason: to get fit. Don’t just shrink your wallet; get over your fear and embarrassment and start shrinking your waistline too.

Burn More Calories By “Sweating” The Small Stuff

by Matt Tucker
 
I like the big picture. At the end of the day, the big picture is most important. Still, I think the little things are what make it so great. I like people with an outstanding attention to detail. Maybe it is because I pride myself on paying close attention to the little things. [...]

Your Fitness Program’s Worst Enemy

Inconsistency is a fitness program’s worst enemy. If you are only working out once a week or once a month, my guess is that you are not very happy with the results. Even if you are hitting the gym a few times a week on average, you may be surprised to see the detrimental effects of skipping one or two workouts here and there.

Get Out of the Rut and Back Into Your Favorite Jeans

Get Out of the Rut and Back Into Your Favorite Jeans
One of the best ways to get in shape and stay motivated is to register and train for a race. Whether it is a 5k or 10k walk or run, half or full Marathon, century bike ride, or triathlon, completing a race is a thrilling fitness experience.

Lessons from the Bar

By Matt Tucker
No, I’m not talking about lawyers. I’m talking about your local watering hole.
There is a reason some bartender’s tip jars are overflowing with cash every night they are behind the bar. And it is rarely because they make the best tasting Mojitos. There is more to bar tending than pouring drinks. Anyone can [...]

New Years Resolutions Are a Waste of Time

By Matt Tucker
New Years Resolutions are a waste of time. I don’t like them. I don’t make them. Why? Because they don’t work. They fail. Don’t believe me? Go to your local gym and ask the guy behind the desk when their fitness center is the busiest. He will tell you that the first three [...]