NMFAC BLOG
We have reached that oh so familiar time on the calendar again. The new year is here, and this is the year you’ll FINALLY stick to your New Year’s resolution of getting into the gym and losing all that weight you promised yourself you would lose. It’s FINALLY the year you’ll get into the gym…
Pools and lakes are most commonly used for beginner swimmers learning new skills andexperienced swimmers perfecting their strokes. However, it can be used for more therapeuticpurposes as well. The warmth of the water allows for stretching and loosening of the body inpreparation for exercise. Exercise, which in turn, allows for strengthening of muscles around adamaged,…
Personal Trainers create training plans that are personalized to your specific fitness goals. When it comes to athletes, weight training and cross training can reduce your risk of injury, improve total fitness, and help you get the results you are looking for. A Personal Trainer can teach you the combination of exercises most advantageous for…
It’s that time of year again. I especially love this time, when I can close my eyes and bask in the sun at the water’s edge while listening to the delightful sounds of children’s voices and splashes from waves hitting the shore or kids jumping into the water and conversations coming from all around me.…
We’ve all heard about the benefits of getting regular exercise (at least 150 hours a month of moderateaerobic physical activity) for our heart health. But did you also know you are enhancing your cognitivefitness with every step you take? Exercise improves memory, cognitive skills, reduces stress, enhances your mood and can help to preventdementia. It…
Feel like you’ve hit a plateau in your running? Many runners run the same pace all the time, whether running with friends or running a race. The best way to improve your running times and stay injury free is to vary your pace. Today we’ll walk you through different types of runs and workouts that…
If you don’t make time for fitness, you will be forced to make time for illness. Yes, you heard that right. Changing Your Perspective about Your Investment in Your Health Have you ever said to yourself: “Wow, you charge that much for a membership?” “I can’t afford personal training…it’s too expensive.” “It’s a waste of…
If you’ve been following along with our Personal Trainer series here at New Milford Fitness & Aquatics Club, you probably have noticed that trainers often have different areas that they specialize in. Personal Trainer Justin Sharp focuses on those who are coming off an injury. Physical therapy can help you through the healing process; a…
A Personal Trainer can be a great resource whether you are looking to get back into shape, are a seasoned fitness enthusiast, or have a specific event you are training for. They create training plans specific to your needs, help you set realistic goals, keep you accountable, and make sure you are doing exercises correctly…
Personal Trainers create training plans that are personalized to your needs and allow you to reach your goals without pushing yourself so far that you are prone to injuries. Most Personal Trainers have areas they specialize in…finding the right fit will help you succeed in reaching your goals! Over the next couple of months, we…