Team Training 2013

Where Resolutions Become Reality

That second serving of dessert, the endless drinks, the leftovers that seem to last forever. The holiday season is a time where many indulge with great food and times spent with loved ones. Then January 1 comes and you are going to eat healthy and lose all the weight you feel you have gained. Sound familiar? Every New Year, one-third of all resolutions made are to lose weight and get in shape. Close to 95% of those people will give up on their resolution in the first 30 days.   Why is it so hard to stick to something you want so bad? There are two main reasons: 1. People set unrealistic goals and have unrealistic expectations. 2. People go about achieving their resolutions wrong with an overly restrictive diet and an over aggressive work …

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Five Tips on Protein Intake

Anne Buttner of Curves in North Andover weighs in on the importance of protein.

Polyunsaturated fats, good cholesterol, bad cholesterol, triglycerides, HDLs, LDLs, monounsaturated fats… the list of jargon goes on and on. There are so many things to keep track of when trying to monitor your diet. Today we will clear up one subject: protein. Anne Buttner, co-owner of Curves in North Andover, offers some tips on finding the right proteins and the right amounts. 1. Vegetarians can get their proteins. Vegetarians need to be especially careful that they are consuming enough protein. Depending on what kind of vegetarian you are, there are many different sources for protein. Milk and eggs are great sources if consuming certain animal products are an option. If all animal products are off limits, beans, nuts, and tofu are good…

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Five Local Fitness Opportunities

Check out these local gyms and their varying membership options.

People get gym memberships for many reasons. The holidays are now over, new years resolutions have been made, and the weather is soon to get warmer. The reason is not important. What matters is, you want to get out and get fit! Patch is here today to give you the scoop on local fitness opportunities. Below you will find five local workout facilities and their options for membership. Have a nice workout! 1. Fitness For You Gym Fitness For You Gym, off 114, has the wonderful option of all inclusive classes. The only extra fees you will pay are for tanning or personal trainer services. There are two membership options here. Your first choice is to pay a $99 registration fee for a no commitment membership. The monthly fee for the no commitment…

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Tracey Zysk

7:55 am on Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Happy New Year! Female Kickboxing is back! 6 weeks 2 days, Wed night(7-7:45pm) and Sat morning (8:15-9:00am) $60. Next session begins this Wednesday Jan 4th, @7pm 200 Sutton St (rear building)   more ›

New Years Resolution - Get FIT! Here's how...

Be one of the 5% that stick to their New Years Resolution to get in shape!

That second serving of dessert, the endless drinks, the leftovers that seem to last forever. The holiday season is a time where many indulge with great food and times spent with loved ones. Then January 1 comes and you are going to eat healthy and lose all the weight you feel you have gained. Sound familiar? Every New Year, one-third of all resolutions made are to lose weight and get in shape. Close to 95% of those people will give up on their resolution in the first 30 days. Why is it so hard to stick to something you want so bad? There are two main reasons: 1. People set unrealistic goals and have unrealistic expectations. 2. People go about achieving their resolutions wrong with an overly restrictive diet and an over aggressive work …

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Keep Your New Years Resolution This Year!

Receive Eight Weeks of Guidance and Motivation to Make Your Health and Fitness Goals a Reality

Fitness For You is dedicated to helping its members and the local community achieve their New Year's fitness goals with the 3rd annual TEAM TRAINING. Team Training is an eight-week motivational weight loss program designed to help current members and people from the local community keep their New Year's resolutions and maintain a healthy and active lifestyle year-round. The program will begin January 23. Participants in the program will receive a welcome pack, team t-shirt, weekly newsletters filled with useful information and exercise tips, and a fitness blog online for participants to stay motivated and have some fun sharing stories when outside of the club. As part of the program, Fitness For You will launch the Les Mills new releases …

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Fitness Matters

Navigating the Supermarket

A healthy lifestyle requires good nutrition… and good nutrition starts with smart choices at the grocery store.

The first step to a healthier lifestyle begins at the grocery store. With thousands of foods to choose from, navigating the supermarket can be challenging when trying to stay true to a healthy eating plan. However, with a little forethought, you will soon be on your way to making choices that will save you time, money and extra calories. Three things to remember before you go to the grocery store: 1) Make a List and Check it Twice. Think about what recipes you will prepare for the week and what food you will need. No matter how good your intentions, cooking healthy meals is a challenge if you don’t have the right ingredients in the kitchen. Also, with a list in hand, you’re less likely to wander the junk food aisles and make impulse …

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The Champion Factory Offers Fun and Fitness for Kids

Gymnastics, Circus Arts, Juggling, Crafts and more.

If ever there was a time to encourage our children to be fit; it is now. Between computers, television and video games, our children are electronically maxed out and physically stagnant. Finding fun and physical ways for kids to get and stay active is critical in this age where childhood obesity is increasing at an alarming rate. The Champion Factory, owned and operated by Teena and Brian Veth, has created a fun, energetic and motivating environment for children aged 18 months to 13 to get moving and have a good time doing it. Their unique offering of classes is not limited to gymnastics alone. In addition to the many classes that teach safe and proper gymnastic skills, The Champion Factory also incorporates juggling, crafts, circus arts …

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Fitness For You – Strength and Conditioning Facility

Fitness For You is one place residents can go to shed the holiday excesses.

It is that time of year again, and people everywhere are reassessing their lifestyles and fitness goals. Holding yourself accountable isn’t always easy; however with a friendly support system of professionals and peers around you, your goals are far more attainable. That's the philosophy of Fitness For You, a gym that offers a full range of equipment, classes and amenities to help people get into shape as well as a team of instructors and trainers to support that goal. Founded by Elaine Schwager in 2005, Fitness For You has a weight-training and cardio room with a wide variety of top-of-the-line equipment including Cybex, Hammer Strength and LifeFitness and an ample selection of free weights. Trainers give advice, support or one-to-one …

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