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Polar GX at Results Fitness

One of the things we hear a lot at Results Fitness is "you guys are always adding new things to make the gym better." That's true but what we are really doing is adding new things that will make our clients "better." What we mean is that we add these new things because we believe they will increase our clients results, help them to reach their health and fitness goals more successfully and improve their overall experience at the gym. Much time and research goes into the decisions we make concerning these improvements. The question we ask whenever we are considering adding something new is "How will this increase our clients success in the gym?" We will never add something simply because it is the current fitness trend.

The new Polar GX system that we are using in our group classes is an example of a tool we know will help increase the results of our clients. This system allows our clients to actually see their heart rates up on a screen while they are working out. Why is this important? Well for one, clients and coaches are able to accurately measure the intensity of the workouts. And two, the visual feedback provides an incredible amount of motivation and, often times, healthy competition.

Our mission statement at Results Fitness is "Changing the Way Fitness is Done!" And, one of our core values is "Keep Leading." What this means is that we strive to be pioneers in our industry, constantly researching and applying new and effective methods to help our clients achieve the best results possible. We are doing just that with the Polar GX system.

Other gyms using the Polar GX system use it primarily for aerobic training, or long steady state cardio. This is fine and Polar GX is tremendous in this regard but as many of you know at Results Fitness we do not do aerobics, or long steady state cardio for fat loss. Because of this we are changing the way Polar GX is done by developing a new method of what is called Zone Training. What our team has done is develop group programs specifically for doing HIIT, high intensity interval training, using the Polar GX system. This is a more true form of interval training that not only focuses on workout intensity but also recovery. Essentially what we are looking for are bouts of maximum intensity work (HR 90% and above) followed immediately by appropriate recovery (HR 70% and below) followed by maximum intensity work and so on. Why do it this way? Why not just do aerobics? One might ask. The answer is simple: Because you will lose more fat!

In August these new group programs will be introduced into the schedule and will be marked so everyone knows to wear heart rate monitors in the class. If you do not have a either a heart rate monitor or the GX strap which is used in the classes they are available at the front desk. A GX strap is only $20 and it is yours. All you need to do is pick up the monitor at the front desk before class (and return it after class), snap it on to your strap, check in on the computer in the class and you are ready to go. If you want any more details please feel free to ask anyone on the Results Fitness team and we will get you started.

Come in and give the Polar GX Zone Classes a shot. We know you will love them!

Results Fitness: Cutting Edge Solutions! Get Tuned Up!

Ever taken your car in for a tune-up? It’s always a good idea to be on a regular “tune up” schedule with both your car and your body to avoid a breakdown. Results Fitness tune up classes, designed and delivered by our Physical Therapist Amy Wunsch, will “release the brakes” to speed up your progress in your fitness and body composition goals. 


The “brakes,” so to speak, on your progress, can be a number of factors that will all be addressed, including areas that are tight or have knots, or stabilizer muscles that need to be switched on. She has created a workout that will stretch what needs to be stretched, strengthen what needs to be strengthened to “tune you up” to get your body working optimally. 


These Tune-Up sessions can be done before or after one of the other classes or workout sessions or on a day off. You’ll walk out feeling taller, looser, with less tension and renewed overall to attack your next workout. Fit a “tune up” into your schedule 1-2 times a week. You’ll be so glad you did!

New Rules Of Lifting For Life!!

It's here! The fourth addition to the New Rules of Lifting series "The New Rules of Lifting for Life" by Lou Schuller and our own Alwyn Cosgrove, released today!

To celebrate the release of this incredible book Results Fitness would like to extend an offer: Click here to go to Amazon to purchase this "The New Rules of Lifting for Life" today. Bring your receipt into Results Fitness by end of day (9pm) today April 26th 2012 and get any shake on the house! That's right get a delicious shake for free!

Even if you can't come get the shake click the link and buy "The New Rules of Lifting for Life" today!

10% Splurge! 90% Compliance!

Have you ever started a diet or nutrition program where you made certain foods off limits?  While following this program, did you find yourself frequently craving these off limits foods?  In many cases, we get to the point where we give in to this food, and then continue to eat it past the point of fullness, even when the food doesn't make us feel good.  This is exactly why it's important to allow yourself the weekly 10% of non-compliant foods.  When you have access to the foods that were once off limits on a regular basis, they become much less appealing.  When you can actually sit down and eat a bowl of ice cream, instead of sneaking in the "I'm not really eating this" spoon fulls every time you open the freezer, you may start to find that the ice cream will lose its appeal.  So allow yourself the occasional, guilt-free splurge, and you will likely find your 90% easier to stick with.

A Healthy Breakfast

A healthy breakfast is the cornerstone of a great nutrition plan.  Given the busy lifestyle that most of us maintain these days, finding 10-20 minutes in the morning can be daunting. I say getting up a little earlier is a small investment of time that will pay off huge down the road as far as energy levels and overall health.  So while we work towards making time to eat a healthy breakfast daily there will inevitably be those times when there is no time. Luckily there are some creative ways to still get a healthy breakfast in the middle of a time crunch. One way only takes five minutes.  Fix yourself a bowl of old fashioned oats, not the instant kind thats loaded with added sugar,  in the microwave which takes five minutes.  When its done throw in a scoop of either chocolate or vanilla protein powder.  This is a suitable combination of complex carbs and easily digestible protein that will stick with you for 2-3 hours until your morning snack. Another way is to hard boil and peel some eggs the night before.  Put the peeled eggs in a tupperware and stick them in the fridge so they are ready to go in the morning. While you are getting ready for the day you can grab a couple eggs and a piece of fruit for a complete breakfast.  By having the right items in your fridge you can be prepared to eat well in almost any situation.  Remember food is fuel and the last thing we want to do is start the day on an empty tank.

Is your desk trying to kill you?

By Amy Wunsch MSPT

There are 11 factors to consider when setting up your desk to be the most ergonomically healthy work space. One of these factors is the "finish" on the surface. If your desk has a glossy or reflective surface, you could be at risk for spinal degeneration and even paralysis. Let me explain.

A "shiny" desk reflects the glare form your computer screen, desk lamp and indoor and outdoor (window) lighting. The additional glare from these sources causes eye strain and fatigue, forcing you to squint and thrust your head forward to better see your computer monitor. This forward head position compresses all 7 cervical vertebra. Compression like this can be the cause of headaches, neck pain, shoulder pain, spinal degeneration and like I said before, even lead to paralysis.

So the question is... Is it time for a new desk?

I'd like to share with you the remaining 10 Factors to Consider When Setting Up your Desk as well as The 11 Factors to Consider When Setting Up Your Chair and The 11 Factors to Consider When Setting Up Your Work Station.

Join me tomorrow at Results Fitness in Newhall, Saturday the 18th of February at 1:30 pm for the first of a FREE 3 part seminar series designed to make you feel better behind the desk immediately! Space is limited, so call 661-799-7900 or respond directly to this email to reserve your spot.

See you there!

BLT's!

BLT's! Bites, licks, and tastes, can derail even the best nutrition plans.  When journaling your meals, be aware of any BLT's you are having.  A few BLT's throughout the day can really add up.

Imagine if every time you pass by the candy dish at work you have just a few M&M's; if you walk by that dish just 4 times a day, every day for a week, having just two or three M&M's each time you pass, that would add up to an extra 200 calories each week, amounting to an extra 5 pounds of weight gain per year.  So, when you are feeding your kids, cooking dinner, or walking by the candy dish at work, stay focused on your goals and eliminate those BLT's from your day.

An Emergency Kit... For Your Grumbly Tummy!

By Cody Bartosh

Sometimes it's tough to get in all the right nutrition in a day. Especially if time and/or money is short. This is what leads us to "lazy cheats" or finding the easy way out by running through McDonald's or Taco Bell. Or by skipping a meal entirely and forgoing any nutrition what so ever!

Just like you prepare an earthquake kit at home, or a first aid kit and extra set of clothes for the car (you do do that right...?) you can save yourself from a lazy cheat, mid-day fatigue and sabotaged goals by preparing this simple and inexpensive emergency nutrition kit.

All you need is 10 minutes, and a few choice items.

Here's the list;

- A bag of raw, unsalted nuts (almonds, walnuts and pistachios are great!)
- Some low sodium Jerky (turkey jerky rocks!)
- A bag of dried fruit (No sugar added)
- 2 bottles of water

And while you're at, it toss a couple of multi-vitamins in there as well, just in case you miss them in the morning.

Put 3 kits together. One for home (to grab in a hurry), one for the car and one for the office. You can pack them in little coolers, a big zip-lock bag or just a plain grocery bag.

The big secret to nutritional success is being prepared, especially in an emergency!

Cheers!

Why Stretch?

Stretching is key to bringing oxygen, blood flow, mobility and flexibility to muscles.  It helps to metabolize by-products for quicker recovery.  If you lack focus, neglect or just go through the motions while stretching, over time you run the risk of injury, bad posture, rounded shoulders, forward chin, tighter hamstrings and tight hip rotators. So, put some time and focus into your stretching and warm-up program.