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Gary Edstrom, M.Ed., M.S. , NASM Elite Trainer

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    Fitness in Middle Age May Help Shield Men From Cancer Later

    THURSDAY, May 16 (HealthDay News) -- Men who are physically fit in middle age have a lower risk of developing and dying from certain cancers, new research indicates.

    "Fitness is a huge predictor of [cancer] risk," said Dr. Susan Lakoski, an assistant professor of internal medicine at the...Full Article

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    Yoga May Help Ease High Blood Pressure, Study Finds

    WEDNESDAY, May 15 (HealthDay News) -- People who follow the ancient practice of yoga may be getting an added health boost, with a new study suggesting it can fight high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension.

    "This study confirms many people's feelings that exercise may be useful in...Full Article

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    Money Motivates Weight Loss -- One Step at a Time

    WEDNESDAY, May 8 (HealthDay News) -- When a health insurer told obese people they could either pay 20 percent more for coverage or start exercising, most of them decided to get active, according to a new study.

    More than 6,500 obese people insured by Blue Care Network enrolled in a pedom...Full Article

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    More Evidence That Exercise in Middle Age Boosts Health

    MONDAY, Aug. 13 (HealthDay News) -- Keeping up a leisure-time physical activity regimen for a decade or more could help middle-aged adults improve their heart health, researchers report.

    Over time, routine activities -- such as brisk walking, biking, or even doing housework or gardening v...Full Article

  • Gary Edstrom, M.Ed., M.S. , NASM Elite Trainer
    Gary Edstrom, M.Ed., M.S. , NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    Is cross-training important when training for a half marathon?

    As a distance coach (and runner myself), I am a firm believer of cross training; regardless of the distance that you are training for. The repeated pounding of distance running on hard, paved surfaces beats you up. Cross training, be it on a bike, elliptical, or in a pool allows you to continue to

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    Gary Edstrom, M.Ed., M.S. , NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    Is cross-training important when training for a half marathon?

    As a distance coach (and runner myself), I am a firm believer of cross training; regardless of the distance that you are training for. The repeated pounding of distance running on hard, paved surfaces beats you up. Cross training, be it on a bike, elliptical, or in a pool allows you to continue to

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    Gary Edstrom, M.Ed., M.S. , NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    How can I get back into active sports again after my injury?

    Return to active sport is certainly possible depending upon the severity of the injury. First and foremost you should receive medical clearance from your primary health care provider to return to active sports. Once cleared, you will need to ease back into the activity to prevent re-injury. The use

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    Gary Edstrom, M.Ed., M.S. , NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    Will strength training decrease flexibility?

    Any well thought out and/or well planned strength training program will preceded by a warm up and followed up with a cool down. Both the warm up and cool down should consist of a light cardio warm-up and some flexibility work. If the program is designed well, you will not see a decrease in flexibility

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    Gary Edstrom, M.Ed., M.S. , NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    Can weight lifting be considered cardio training?

    Coming from an endurance sport background, it is difficult at times to admit this; but yes! If done in a circuit training format with the proper combination of sets, reps, and decreased rest in between, you can get a really sound cardio workout with weights. I often tell my runners that they either

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    Gary Edstrom, M.Ed., M.S. , NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    How do I become a certified personal fitness trainer?
    There are numerous certifying agencies out there, some better than others. After researching many options, I decided upon the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). The course work was challenging but it was one of the best choices I have ever made.  Full Post
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    Gary Edstrom, M.Ed., M.S. , NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    Can fear of failure be a barrier to improving fitness levels?

    Fear of failure can be a barrier to any aspect of our lives. What you must consider is that attaining fittness, or anything in life worth attaining, takes time. As the saying goes, Rome wasn't built in a day!

    When working on your fitness goals, keep the SMART principle in mind. Your goals shoudl be Sp

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