Grip Fitness

08/01/2022

Grip Fitness just launched a new website: www.gripfitness.com
The site will introduce weekly blogs addressing all aspects of physical health: strength, injury, recovery, rest, nutrition, and tips for getting the most out of your workouts. I’ll also offer insights into the life of a trainer and the rewards that come with helping people live pain-free, powerful lives. Check out the first and second blog posts here:
https://gripfitness.com/exercise-tips-from-a-violinist
https://gripfitness.com/shoulder-joint

02/24/2021

It has been a brutal year for so many business, and the fitness industry is no exception. The nation’s gyms and fitness facilities face higher closure rates than other hard-hit industries, like restaurants and bars, according to Yelp. The gym industry has a closure rate nearly five times the restaurant industry. Gyms were among one of the first businesses to close when the pandemic hit, and half of them still haven’t reopened. Data shows that existing federal relief programs have failed to help small gyms and fitness studios, and owners are saying without federal relief they will be out of business for good. Check out this video segment and please support the Gyms Act!

https://nbcnews.to/3pKh7pu
https://bit.ly/3sn7VJb

Exercise is vital! IHRSA is fighting to promote that message—and keep health clubs open around the globe.

02/01/2020

December was a busy month, but its important to make time for the things that propel you forward. I was honored to earn a certification from Kettlebell Athletics. Jason Brown is one of the most inspiring masters of this discipline. Watching him move like a dancer elevates building strength to an art form!

05/18/2019

11/22/2018

https://read.bi/2qDAe8z

Researchers think that belly fat may be a sign of health problems because it could indicate that you have more visceral fat. Visceral fat accumulates around internal organs, impairing their functions and raising stress levels.

11/22/2018

https://bit.ly/2qR0Vqh

Dr Wael Jaber, co-author of the study, called the results surprising

11/13/2018

Here we go again…holiday season. The time of year when coworkers bring sugary treats to work and your calendar explodes with social events. Follow these 5-Guidelines to stay on track though the New Year:

1. Don't run on empty: An hour before an event, have a high-protein snack. You'll be less tempted by party food.

2. Know your trigger: We all have a holiday food that’s hard to resist. Do not even eat one bit. You’ll stay in control if you only indulge in those foods you can enjoy without overdoing it.

3: Drink smart: Two drinks is a safe limit. Good intentions go out the window if you have more than that.

4. Work the room: Remember that you're not at a party for the food - you’re there to see friends. Be selective as the hors d'oeuvres come around. Don't eat the doughy ones, instead to try a small helping of something with lean proteins like chicken or shrimp.

5. Work it off: Ever noticed how the gym empties out at the holidays? Big mistake. In fact you should add a workout to your week. Your metabolic rate is elevated for about 18 hours after exercise and you're more likely to resist fattening foods.

04/09/2018

A study in the journal of Cell Metabolism showed that HIIT (high-intensity interval training) helps reduce the signs of aging at the cellular level. Adults saw a 49%-69% boost in total mitochondrial respiratory capacity, which generates cellular energy. Time to pick up those kettlebells.

07/17/2017

07/02/2017

One of my favorite ways to be creative in the gym is to combine different training tools. The construction of the GRIPBELL makes it possible to attach cables or bands. Here we are using the GRIPBELL in a supine lat row, while isometrically challenging the pecs with cables. Keeping the feet up adds a core element. A progression to unilateral supine lat row with isometric pec activation and contralateral raised leg would additionally target the obliques.

08/04/2016

Great wisdom from Coach Martin Rooney:

"Today, although most people would state that their main fitness goals are still to lose fat or build muscle and strength, we have begun to value how “intense” or “extreme” a program is more than the results it can produce. In addition to that, safety and injury prevention are rarely addressed and commonly sacrificed for intensity.

Metabolic aka High Intensity Training aka “Beast Mode” is one of the hottest fitness trends. Unfortunately, the only way most people measure the effectiveness of this style is in either pain or fatigue. With millions of people experimenting with intense and extreme styles of training, it is time to make sure some rules are in place."