My Journey to becoming a Fitness Professional: Setting Goals

Wednesday, 13 August 2014

Saw this clip tonight and thought it would be interesting for you to watch. I know it will come in handy for me when setting goals with my Personal Training clients.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sk8hNqkhXD8&feature=youtu.be

Joce

Tidbits I find interesting

Where does lost body fat go? It is breathed out as carbon dioxide!
Gentle exercise aids recovery faster than resting. Generating blood flow through exercise delivers nutrients to the muscles and removes waste products faster. - Runners World Autumn 14
Tip: Protein helps to repair muscles and can spur fat loss "Lauren Slayton - Dietitian". Aim for 10-20 grams post workout - Womens Health Magazine
As found in Women's Fitness Magazine - Up your sprint training as this will stimulate your growth hormone. This in turn helps to burn fat and build muscle. If you really want to fire up the metabolism, add strength training at least twice a week.
A study conducted by Chicago's Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine has found regular exposure to morning sunlight can lead to a lower BMI. The study indicates that the lack of early sunshine can throw off your internal body clock and mess with metabolism.
Start a gratitude diary. In a study, a group who wrote down 5 things they were grateful for each weekfelt better about their lives, reported less health issues and exercised an average of 90 minutes more than those who kept track of their hassles. An easy way to lift your outlook on life!

My Journey to becoming a Fitness Professional