Being Prepared For Boot Camp, Client Testimonial – Robert O’Connor Just wanted to let you know that vertex has helped me out a ton at boot camp and the academy. This morning we had half an hour to workout, and all my fellow cadets were complaining about about how they couldn’t get a full workout…
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Manual Resistance Training vs. Conventional Strength Training You may have heard the term “manual resistance training” (or MRT) on the web or around the gym. Manual resistance training is a form of exercise that doesn’t incorporate any equipment at all. Instead you use your own body and gravity, or the body of a partner or…
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How to Up Your Game with Golf Sports Conditioning August is National Golf Month, and we want to bring your game to the next level. Last month, we talked about how it’s a good idea to get your body used to physical activity before you go all-out on a strenuous sport. This is to lower…
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How to Avoid the Effects of Detraining Life happens, things come up, sickness strikes, or an injury may sideline us. These are just a few of the most common reasons why people fall off of their training regimen. Chances are that at some point or another you’ve found yourself in one of the scenarios listed…
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Busy Professional Loves Her Efficient Workouts – Client Testimonial, Karen Huller I love efficiency – maximum results in minimal time at Vertex Fitness efficient workouts. Once I understood the science of muscle overload, Dwayne’s approach made so much sense to me. It was amazing how he could tell if I was isolating by a minor…
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Experienced Trainers That Guide You – Client Testimonial, Susan Opengart Experienced trainers who guide and communicate with you through your entire experience. After 3 months my nerve and knee pain have diminished after a year of agony. Thanks Dwayne and team!! Susan Opengart Gladwyne, PA Request a complimentary first session at Vertex Fitness, Voted the…
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The Effects of Carbohydrates on Your Workout We’ve talked quite a bit about the effect of protein on your workout. We’ve discussed how protein affects your performance, protein and your metabolism, and how to enhance your training regimen with a protein supplement. But protein is only one of the three macronutrients. We still have to…
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How to Enhance your Resistance Training Regimen with a Protein Supplement Over the past few weeks, we’ve been really drilling down and taking a look at how a protein supplement can enhance your workout and aid your muscles in recovery to give you better results. We’ve recently added a protein supplement option to the bottled…
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Strength Training Can Give You More Time Outdoors This Summer July is National Parks and Recreation Month—and I don’t mean the TV show. (Sorry, Andy.) The United States National Park Service has over 417 designated parks (including memorials, recreation areas, and scenic trails,) and there are parks in every state. No matter what your level…
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Exercise Addiction Exercise addiction is similar to many other types of addictions. Granted exercise is good for you, but in moderation. Exercise addiction can cause people to over-train on a constant basis while never giving the body time to recuperate which can deny the addict the results they crave. As with other addictions, there are…
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