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Fitness by Design · 1d ago

When is a papaya ripe?

I recently read an article in the latest Nutrition Action newsletter regarding papayas.  I love this fruit when I’m in Mexico, but have trouble selecting the best ones when I’m at my local grocer.   Here is a recap about papayas.  First of all, select papayas that are partly yellow (at least) on the
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Fitness by Design · 1W ago

Time to improve your self-image

There is a secret out there that leads to instantly having a better self-image. Before we let you in on this secret, consider that poor self-image is often related to what a person looks like, namely, overall body size. Where does this body-size-related self-image come from? Why is “thin in”? Male m
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Fitness by Design · 2W ago

This lady swings a kettlebell with precision.

I’m writing to recommend to all of you doing kettlebell swings to watch and learn from this gal,  Delaine Ross.  She has a “handle” on how the kettlebell swing should be performed.  It is helpful to hear different people instruct on this great tool.  Even if you have heard or watched a tutorial befo
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Fitness by Design · 2W ago

500 Minutes in May Challenge underway at FBD

The 500 Minutes in May Challenge at FBD is off to a fast start with many of you contributing 150 minutes and more over the weekend’s Indianapolis Mini Marathon.  Congratulations to all the finishers of this phenomenal race.  Christina Kehlet is our first week drawing winner.  She receives a manicure
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Fitness by Design · 1M ago

Why Can’t I Lose Weight?

Article shared with us by “Alicia and Carrie” of Complete Bootcamp Workouts If you can’t lose weight, there are specific reasons for this that you have more control over than you think. You’re not strength training. Often, people who can’t lose weight don’t do any strength training. The more lean, s
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Fitness by Design · 1M ago

Where have you been?

Life gets busy; jobs change, kids get older and more involved, and we all get pulled in many different directions.  Perhaps you have been trying out a new type of exercise that just isn’t doing it for you any more. Whatever the reason, we would love to see you in class again!  We would love [...]
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Fitness by Design · 1M ago

When can my child begin to lift weights or strength train?

Review and Opinion by Rob Hudson The purpose of this article is three-fold, 1) to review Mark Sisson’s information regarding growth plates in youth, 2) to give my brief opinion on strength training for young teens, and 3) to give my overall opinion if strength training helps the young athlete be mor
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Fitness by Design · 2M ago

Seven months post shoulder surgery

I’m almost seven months out from my shoulder reconstruction surgery.  I estimate that my shoulder and upper body are 90% recovered from what they ultimately will be.  My shoulder is actually much more stable and pain free of course than it was pre-surgery, and my lower body is  stronger than before
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Fitness by Design · 2M ago

Let’s talk about fun in the workout

~ contributed by Lisa Hudson FUN: 1. Something that provides mirth or amusement. 2. Enjoyment or playfulness. (Random House Webster’s College Dictionary) Losing a client because they just weren’t having fun in the workout gets me a little down and a little bit frustrated.  You will hear it from TV “
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Fitness by Design · 2M ago

Airdyne Challenge Ends and Saddens Many!

The Airdyne Challenge is officially over.  We had 10 participants total, which is a small start, but a start for sure!  The jury is out whether or not we will bring this one back next year.  The trainer consensus was that the airdyne is a bit tedious (okay boring) and mentally challenging.  Sometime
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