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Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer

Bio

Being a formerly obese individual, Rich has a unique understanding of what it means to be overweight. Inspired by his own transformation, he began in fitness over 10 years ago and has built a solid reputation as a trainer and educator. He hopes to help others understand that small changes in lifestyle can lead to dramatic improvements in fitness. Rich trains clients one-on-one in Orange County, CA.

Additional Institutional Affiliations:

NASM: Instructor, CPT, PES, CES, Subject Matter Expert (business development, performance domains, exam writing)


Moorpark College (Ventura County, CA): Advisory Board Member-Curriculum and Program Development for the Personal Trainer Certificate and Degree Programs


 

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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Fitness:
    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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    Sharecare News posted a story about Fitness:
    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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    Sharecare News posted a story about Fitness:
    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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    Sharecare News posted a story about Fitness:
    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

  • Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer
    Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer approved the following answer:
    Is interval training good for weight loss?
    Yes, interval training is good for weight loss because its benefits are found not only in the amount of calories burned during the exercise itself, but also in the amount of calories burned after the exercise session. Interval training is a type of training that involves high-intensity bursts...Full Post
  • Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer
    Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer approved the following answer:
    Who should do stretching exercises?

    Everyone should include stretching exercises into  their daily routine. Stretching improves flexibility, joint range of motion, strength and decreases injury risk. Those who perform repetitive motion or stay in static postures for long periods of time should really focus on stretching. Some studies have

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  • Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer
    Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer approved the following answer:
    In order to lose weight, what are some things I should not do?

    Psychologically it's important to not get stuck in the numbers. This is not to suggest that you shouldn't have a long term weight loss goal but try and have a range, for example, 20-30lbs. Being stuck on one number can be challenging 1. because it may not be totally realistic for you based on a variety of

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  • Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer
    Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer approved the following answer:
    What are some of the best nutritional supplements?

    Dr. Oz lists the top 5 supplements everyone should take.

    • Baby Aspirin. Though not technically a supplement, a new study shows aspirin lowers your risk for almost every type of cancer. Dr. Oz recommends taking 2 baby aspirin a day.
    • Vitamin D. This vitamin plays a key role in preventing colon
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  • Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer
    Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer approved the following answer:
    What can I do about my kneecap hurting when I run?

    Kneecap pain while running is often caused by tightness in the rectus femoris, which is the main thigh muscle, and your biceps femoris, which is the outside back of your thigh muscle (the outer hamstring). Tightness of these two muscles, increases the pressure on the kneecap (patella). There is usually

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  • Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer
    Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer approved the following answer:
    Every time I run the outside of my knee begins to hurt, why is this?

    Knee pain while running can be caused by:

    1. Shoes that do not absorb shock properly.

    2. Muscles around the hip that are too tight.

    3. Muscles around the hip that are too weak.

    During running, when your foot hits the ground, it is approximately 3 to 5 times your body weight. That is a lot of force

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  • Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer
    Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer approved the following answer:
    What can cause knee swelling?

    Swelling in the knee can be an indicator of injury or disease process. When swelling comes on suddenly, and with pain, the most likely cause is injury. The injury may be to the meniscus, or cartilage, a ligament, the bone, or the cartilage covering the bone.

    Injury is more likely to occur with activity.

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  • Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer
    Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer has posted a blog entry: Save your knees!

    I've been getting asked a lot lately by client and trainer alike about knee discomfort for exercisers. You know, the knee discomfort that appears usually as the subtle tugging feeling or tightness felt at the inside, outer side or front of the knees. And can at times escalate to pain.

    Let's talk

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  • Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer
    Rich Fahmy , NASM Elite Trainer posted on Sharelle Wyatt’s wall:
    Welcome to sharecare, Sharelle! Best of luck to you on your journey. Please feel free to rely on all the great experts on this site!