Donna Verive , NASM Elite Trainer

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Is walking good aerobic exercise?

It sure is!  Aerobic, by definition means, "activities requiring oxygen." Walking can be a... Full Answer

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Should I do resistance training to lose weight?

Absolutely!  Resistance training increases your muscle mass which helps to increase your... Full Answer

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Why should I have a personal trainer?

A personal trainer can help to hold you accountable, motivate you, and apply proper progression to... Full Answer

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Is fitness a habit?

It can be!  It's a healthy habit to form if you aren't presently active. If you treat

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Are all personal trainers the same?

That is like asking if all teachers/lawyers/doctors are the same. Not all trainers are the same.

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What qualifications should a personal trainer have?

Personal Trainers should be nationally certified/accredited;(NASM, ISSA, NPTI, ACE, AFFA, ACSM, a 4... Full Answer

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What is a personal trainer?

A Personal Trainer is an individual who helps create an individualized approach to fitness based

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Can nutrition be a barrier to improving fitness levels?

Simply, yes. Do you ever recall hearing, "You are what you eat?" Well there may be some credence

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Other than big muscles, are there health benefits to resistance training?

Resistance training has been shown to decrease osteoporosis. There are some on-going studies

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How do I add resistance training to my workout?

If you are new to resistance training begin by using your body and gravity as your training

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Will resistance training help me burn fat?

It will, over time if you are consistent. Building lean muscle helps to raise your resting

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What are some benefits of working with a personal trainer?

There are many benefits to working with a personal trainer. Being pushed within safe parameters,

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What is foam rolling -also known as self-myofascial release (SMR)?

It's like self-deep tissue massage, in many ways. Foam rolling is a technique to "sweep" through

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Aside from exercise routines, how can I benefit from a personal trainer?

A personal trainer has many purposes other than exercise routines. They ultimately hold you

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Does resistance training burn calories?

OH my goodness, yes it does. Not only will you actively be burning calories while you are lifting... Full Answer

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