Rick Richey - NASM Expert | New York | NY | Fitness

Bio

As a Master Instructor for the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), the owner of R2Fitness (www.R2Fitness.com), a personal trainer, a licensed massage therapist, and adjunct faculty for CalU of PA's Exercise Science and Sports Studies Department, Rick Richey has taught fitness workshops and lectures both nationally and internationally. His passion for fitness, along with humor and Southern charm, enhance his clients' and students' experience while he makes complex concepts more accessible. Rick has worked with film, TV, and music industry personalities along with professional athletes. However, he also works with entry level clients for weight loss, pre- and post-injury habilitation, strength and muscular development, and performance enhancement goals.

Education:
• MS in Exercise Science, California University of Pennsylvania
• BA in Communications and Theater,University of North Alabama: Minors in Biology and Business Administration
• Swedish Institute of Health Sciences: Massage Therapy: AS in Occupational Studies

Certifications:
• NASM CPT, PES, CES
• NSCA- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Specialties:

fitness
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Location:

New York, NY
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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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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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On Aug 30
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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
On Aug 14
Rick Richey - NASM Expert answered:

Can weight lifting be considered cardio training?

Oh Yeah! Your heart does not know if you run stairs, jump rope, or do a resistance training circuit. Your body may react in different ways to each different modality, but your heart acts the same by pumping blood and all the goodies within to the tissues in need. Depending on how you weight traing
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On Jan 02, 2012
Rick Richey - NASM Expert answered:

Which is better to do first, cardio or resistance training?

Don't limit your resistance and cardio with just doing one for the first half and then the other for the second half. Mix them up throughout the entire workout! Do a timed cardio burst after each resistance set. Or, do a resistance exercise within your cardio circuit. Every training protocol depends on
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On Jan 02, 2012
Rick Richey - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:

Is strength training or cardio training more effective for weight loss?

The answer is, honestly, a beautiful combination of both. Doing cardiovascular training can burn more calories because there is very little rest, but resistance training helps to create tone, helps to put lines in your body, and also increases your caloric burn after your workout. Also, your body does not know... Full Post

On Dec 02, 2011
Rick Richey - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:

How much cardio should I do to lose weight?

I suggest this pretty interesting approach based on research by Dr. Lynn Kravitz from University of New Mexico. She suggests using a culmination of minutes within a week. I will say 180 to 200 minutes per week (3 hours to 3 hours and 20 minutes), which is a good place to start. It doesn’t matter
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On Dec 02, 2011
Rick Richey - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:

Can I exercise in extreme cold weather?

The first major concern with exercise in the extreme cold is hypothermia, which is when the body temperature drops below 98.6 degrees to levels that disrupt the ability for the body to function and self-regulate appropriately. The second is frostbite, which is damage to superficial tissue (generally
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On Dec 02, 2011
Rick Richey - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:

Should I always lift heavy weights to get big muscles?

I guess this depends on what you consider heavy weights. The most common intensity range used to increase muscle size (hypertrophy) is between 75%-85% of your 1 repetition maximum. This equates to being limited to lifting weights for a maximum of 6-12 repetitions. This may be considered heavy weights by some,
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On Dec 02, 2011
Rick Richey - NASM Expert of National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:

If I am trying to gain muscle, do I need to stretch after a workout?

According to the acute variables required for muscular hypertrophy (getting bigger), stretching is not on this list. Muscle gain is generally defined the combination of several variables which include intensity, repetitions, tempo, sets, rest, frequency, duration, and nutrition. Research and texts do
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On Dec 02, 2011