What exactly is a home circuit workout? The circuit part of the workout is the concept that you do several exercises in a row, without rest, as a sequence and then repeat that sequence. That’s different than doing all of one type of exercise and then going to another. By doing several exercises in a […]
You need warm up exercises to get your muscles warmed up and ready for a tough workout. These are low effort movements that you can do before you start your regular exercise program. Many are dynamic stretches, which gently warm the muscles. Dynamic stretches keep your body moving and unlike toe touching, aren’t held for […]
Losing weight isn’t about eating less, but more about eating healthier. That’s why consuming sugar may be ruining your potential for weight loss. It’s more than just empty calories, although it is that. It’s addictive and makes you crave even more sugar. Eating sugar causes the body to release dopamine, since it binds to the […]
At LIV Fitness in Dublin, CA, we encourage people to set smart goals, since it’s the best way to achieve them. Fitness goals need to be realistic. SMART is an acronym that stands for specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and time-based. Start with a specific goal. Vague goals, such as I want to lose weight or […]
Eating whole grains can help you reach your weight loss goal, since they offer nutrients, plus loads of fiber. While white, refined grains contain only the endosperm, which is loaded with carbs and offer no nutrition, whole grains contain bran and germ, in addition to the endosperm. Germ contains nutrients that are important to the […]
You see them everywhere, protein powders and shakes. They were at one time strictly in supplement and health food stores, but now are on grocery shelves, discount stores and pharmacies. To make it more confusing, there are protein drinks and powders of all kinds. There are ones for seniors, ones for bodybuilders and ones for […]
It’s a crazy world and there’s been a lot of anger, fear and despair. One thing that hasn’t helped is the lack of exercise. That’s right! When you workout, it helps relax you and clear your mind. In other words, fitness helps with mental health. Working out boosts your cognitive functioning and raise your spirits […]
At LIV Fitness, in Dublin, CA, we help you make time for workouts by offering 24/7 service, but people still find it hard to find the time to add a workout to their schedule. The US Department of Health and Human Services advises adults to get at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity a […]
If you’re working out with a workout buddy, you’ll get at least one of the benefits you get with a trainer. You make a commitment to that person that you’re going to workout that day, just as you do with a trainer. You’re held accountable by the person you’re supposed to meet and that means […]
Intermittent fasting—IF— has become quite a hot topic in Dublin, CA. Some people think it’s a diet or think that they have to give up food for long periods, but that’s just not true. Intermittent fasting is one method of losing weight and improving health that doesn’t require any specific diet, but of course, healthy […]