Spot Reduction Definition: noun 1. the usually futile effort to exercise one part of the body, as the thighs, in hopes of reducing the amount of fat stored in that area. (Dictionary.com) “If I want to lose my belly fat, I have to do more sit-ups.” Oh, how much easier my life would be if…
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Fad Diets – False Promises and Magic Bullets Many people turn to fad diets either in desperation or looking for a quick-fix to their weight loss problems. In this article I’ll show you why the only “diet” you need is a lifestyle change and why fad diets in general are counter-productive. Take a look! Why…
DetailsMotivated to Get Stronger, Joan Calhoun – Testimonial
I started at Vertex in March 2015. I see a big increase in strength and the motivation to stay on a healthy path. Dwayne is extremely knowledgable and encouraging.
Joan Calhoun
Devon, PA
The Importance of Progression Imagine being in the middle of a lake, why you are there and how you got there are not important (but I assume that it would be a great story). You have two options. One is to tread water, keep your head above the water and stay alive. The second option…
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Diet Shakes: Sipping to Slimness Diet shakes are called meal replacements by dietitians because, in theory, drinking one shake is intended to replace one whole meal. Other types of meal replacements are nutritional bars and pre-packaged entrees. But do meal replacements work? Are they for you? As a dietitian, I believe that a healthy, reduced…
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Changed My Life Vertex has changed my life for the better! I came to Vertex at the urging my wife at a time when I was discouraged about many things. Three years later, I feel so much stronger and more confident in my life in general. Each week, I look forward to the challenge in…
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Attention to Detail The book, Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff . . . and it’s all small stuff by Richard Carlson is a nice little book that tells you how not to let all of the little things in life make you crazy and how to stay calm in a stress-filled life. Good book, good premise,…
DetailsAvid Exerciser Increases Strength While Staying Injury Free Very efficient weight training in a clean and pleasant environment. The varied combination of weights and machines has given me increasing and proportional strength while maintaining flexibility. What amazes me is that in the two and a half years I have been going there, I have never…
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Fuel Your Fitness: Pre and Post Workout Nutrition So you’ve committed to an exercise program! Good for you! But did you know that you can boost your results and energy level with just a few simple changes in your diet? I recommend fueling up within two to four hours of a workout. And it’s the…
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“WHAT IS GOING ON HERE?”, John Gelety – Testimonial “WHAT IS GOING ON HERE?” That is what I yelled/asked myself a few weeks ago when I realized the confidence in my strength and appearance was sliding. Sure, I work out every day but that’s just “working out.” I wasn’t training myself the way my body…
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