Straight Talk
Can the Fitness Industry Survive?
“Economic crisis, global credit crunch, financial catastrophe, potentially the worst recession of our lifetime, market meltdown”. These are just some of the phrases used during the GFC by the media and “experts” to describe the state of economy. Whilst we should treat this situation seriously, and tackle it head on, unfortunately headlines like these instill unnecessary fear in the minds … (More...)
Junk Foods – What our kids are missing out on!
Today I was talking to a Vision Personal Training client about the state of her pantry. She suggested that she had to have junk foods in her cupboard so her kids wouldn't "miss out". That comment stopped me in my tracks. The only thing I thought her kids were missing out on is the opportunity to feel healthy and energetic, as a result of eating healthy foods. After the meeting, I paused for a few … (More...)
Is FaceBook turning you into a thief?
Everytime I hear about the expansion of FaceBook, thoughts of specticism flood my mind. I immediately wonder when people are using it. Is it during work hours or is it in their own time? After discussions with many people about this, I found that people frequently use FaceBook for personal reasons (not professional) during work hours. In my belief, this is a form of theft as they are being paid to … (More...)
Food
Junk Foods – What our kids are missing out on!
Today I was talking to a Vision Personal Training client about the state of her pantry. She suggested that she had to have junk foods in her cupboard so her kids wouldn't "miss out". That comment stopped me in my tracks. The only thing I thought her kids were missing out on is the opportunity to feel healthy and energetic, as a result of eating healthy foods. After the meeting, I paused for a few … (More...)
Is that food really worth eating?
For many years now, I have been educating people about the impact that eating has on maintaining a healthy body shape. Society has become so time poor, impatient and inactive that I have witnessed people actually beeping their horns in McDonalds drive through ques. I have also witnessed many very active people absolutely flog themselves in exercise but remain out of shape. At Vision Personal … (More...)
6 Tips to Take Control of your Eating Habits Forever
Completing an Eating and Exercise Diary is the best way to quickly understand your eating habits and what causes you to eat in such a way. Following are 6 ways to ensure that you use a diary effectively. … (More...)
Fitness
Maximise your workout time
I often hear people talk about how many hours they spend in the gym - almost boasting about it. My immediate reaction is: You must either have alot of time on your hands or you must be doing the wrong exercises. As people are becoming increasingly time poor, it is important that they are given the opportunity to gain maximum bite for the buck or get maximum results in minimal time. Further as most … (More...)
Is FaceBook turning you into a thief?
Everytime I hear about the expansion of FaceBook, thoughts of specticism flood my mind. I immediately wonder when people are using it. Is it during work hours or is it in their own time? After discussions with many people about this, I found that people frequently use FaceBook for personal reasons (not professional) during work hours. In my belief, this is a form of theft as they are being paid to … (More...)
10 Best Weights Training Exercises for Fast Results
I often get very frustrated when I see Personal Trainers give deconditioned people complex exercises. I believe they do this because they are bored and don't have their clients best interests at heart. I understand that trainers often train 8-10 clients per day and may want variety, however that excuse is simply unacceptable. The best weight training exercise for overall strength, toning and weight … (More...)
