Frequently Asked Questions

---

The time of day that one should workout depends on what matches individuals fitness goals and whatever works for them and their body. When working out, the body is going  to generate energy so , if one needs to get some sleep in the evenings, then mornings or afternoon workouts would probably be the best time. Working out in the A.M.  when your stomach is empty makes way from the body to use stored body fat. The hormonal makeup of the body in the morning is said to be conducive to weight loss goals.

Making regular physical activity apart of your daily routine can assist in preventing metabolic problems. It is know that your health and longevity can be adversely affected by sitting to much. It is suggested that getting in at least a half an hour of light to medium exercise daily. Whether your fitness goal is loosing body fat, gaining lean muscle mass, or a sports specific goal,  you probably need to exercise more. At any rate , one is more than likely to keep the gains that they have made by less sitting through  out the day.

The Department of Health and Human services recommends getting at  least two and a half hours of moderate aerobic activity or a hour and fifteen minutes of intense aerobic activity a week. At least two times a week is recommend for strength training all the muscle groups.

The proverbial  six pack will appear on those who have exercised the rectus abdomens and have obtained a relatively low body fat percentage. This muscle grants repped/chiseled abs their standout look.

Your rear end is composed of a group of muscles called glutes, which are the largest group of muscles in your body. They assist us in sitting, walking, running, and jumping. Similar to the majority of other body parts glutes come in different  shapes, sizes and tone. So, if you are not a fan of the size of your glutes then exercise by way of resistance training is in order to have bigger glutes.

Integrated training encompasses all types of training. It is core, cardio, resistance, balance; reactive , flexibility, or performance training. Everyone can benefit from it  because proper exercise is key to good health. Limiting our selves to one or two types  of training just because we like them or they make us feel good only deprives us of the maximum potential of good health. 

That depends on the activity you are going to be engaged in. Are you trying to increase rage of motion but loose stability? It is not necessary for one to stretch even thought that is what we have been taught over the years. But after revisiting what we already know, it is safe to say that  specifically static  stretching (stretching the muscles as far as it can stretch and holding for 20 to 30 seconds) is not necessary. Now let me be clear, there is no harm in Static stretching as long as it doesn't hurt and if you do stretch, Dynamic stretching is recommended before you workout.