Erik's Weekly Fitness Tip | Winter Goals

Now Is The Time

Wintertime is coming and now is the time to take advantage of it.  Most people hunker down and go into survival mode, the days are short on light, temperatures drop, and motivation usually falls off. Being from the midwest I totally understand.  

Set An Attainable Goal

But this is your chance, an opportunity to make some real gains with your strength and overall health.  It is time to set a goal that you can reach in the next 3 months, a goal that will not come without busting your butt to get it.  

What Sets You Apart

When most people are in their warm houses sipping coffee in the morning, you are out running your morning loop.  When most people head home after work because it is dark and they're tired, you head to the gym to get your squats and deadlifts in.  And finally when you are at one of your seemingly endless line of holiday parties, you limit your cookie and booze intake when all the other people are complaining about the extra weight they’ve put on, yet continue to eat and drink.   Get after it!

I can help you stay on track this season 310.251.7420

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Erik's Weekly Fitness Tip | Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

Joyeux Noël

Buon Natale

Frohe Weihnachten

Glædelig Jul

Mele Kalikimaka

As the holidays are here and 2016 is nipping at our noses, I’d like to take the time to say thank you for an outstanding 2015! I have enjoyed working with all my clients, near and far, and am proud of the progress you have made and the remarkable gains in your strength.

I look forward to next year and all the possibilities it holds.

To health and wellness!

See ya in January!

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide

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Are you looking for clever health & fitness gifts for your favorite peeps that will actually get used and not returned this year? Here is my 2015 Holiday Gift Guide to help you!

December is here, and like it or not, the holidays are dashing our way. Can you hear Santa's reindeer click clacking on the roof? If you are a procrastinator {like me} and haven’t done any shopping yet, don’t panic!  I’ve made a list of some of the gifts I love and would want to see under the tree come December 25th.

1. The Fitbit Charge is used by half of my clients - it will give you instant feedback: how many steps you've taken, distance traveled, calories burned, stairs climbed, etc.  The charge comes in multiple colors and sizes, for the fashion minded.  If your loved one is a fan of numbers, gadgets and gizmos then this is the gift for them.  $99.95-129.95

2. Zensah makes smart running gloves with a touch screen feature so you can keep your fingers toasty while switching up your holiday tunes while putting in the miles.  I love them because they are lightweight and breathable. A special bonus feature - a suede thumb that you can use to wipe your nose, sounds gross, but runners will appreciate this handy dandy component.  $27.99-35.00

3. Jaybird X2’s Bluetooth Headphones - these wireless headphones are great for running or hitting the gym as their patented ear fins securely fit into your ears.   The Jaybird’s headphones come with different sized ear tips for the perfect fit and optimal high performance audio.  $169.95

4. Balega socks - these make a great stocking stuffer and are a personal favorite in our household.  Balega has many models to pick from and the comfort and durability of these babies can’t be beat.  They are not quitters either. You never have to worry about them slipping down into your shoes while working out. $8.00-15.00

5. Gift certificates - I know it’s not as personal!  But if someone on your list likes to weight train, do pilates or take yoga then a few one-on-one sessions with a personal trainer or instructor can really benefit them with programing, perfecting their technique and eliminating any guess work with how an exercise is done.  Or if they are new to the fitness world, this could give them the jumpstart they need to get on a more healthy path in 2016 to energize their mind and body!

Image credit: Gifted Hero by JD Hancock

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