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Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer

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Toby Garza graduated from Fresno Pacific University with a Bachelor’s degree in Pre- Physical Therapy, and also holds a California Teaching Credential in Physical Education. He also competed for Fresno in track and field in the hammer throw, shot put, and discus. He is also a certified personal trainer, through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). He has been personal training for over 4 years and enjoys working out and actively living his life for Christ.

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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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    Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    Will balance training help me improve my athletic performance?
    Absolutely! Most athletic endeavors demand some sort of balancing act, I mean walking is a...  Full Post
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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

  • Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer
    Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    How should I start a strength training program?

    One of the main tips that I would give any person that is starting a strength training program is to find someone that can perform a postural assessment for them. A postural assessment like the overhead squat assessment would be a great starting point to help someone start a strength program off right.

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    Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    Is a recumbent bike or a stationary bike more effective for fat loss?

    Yes and No. A stationary bike can be very effective tool in losing weight. Not to mention bikes are a great alternative if you have joint issues. The amount of weight loss that you will experience all depends what you do while on the bike. I would suggest tiring to do intervals, which when done c

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  • Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer
    Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    What are some strength training tips?

    One of the main tips that I would give any person that is starting a strength training program is to find someone that can perform a postural assessment for them. A postural assessment like the overhead squat assessment would be a great starting point to help someone start a strength program off right.

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  • Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer
    Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer approved the following answer:
    What is a good strength exercise for kicking?
    If you are talking about kicking a football or soccer ball then definitely pay attention to your plant leg. The most important aspect of kicking, is being able to trust that your plant leg can reduce force in a very efficient manor allowing max force production of your kicking leg to the point of...Full Post
  • Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer
    Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer answered:
    What is an ideal exercise program for fat loss?

    There are many ways to lose weight/fat, but the best program that you can be a part of is one that will both build muscle and get your heart rate up. Building more muscle will help burn more calories, and so will having you heart rate elevated. Personally I believe that doing circuit training will

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  • Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer
    Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer has posted a blog entry: Perform Better
    Here are some definitions that will help navigating this post. There are three planes of motion that our body moves in: sagittal, frontal and transverse.  Frontal is side to side movement, transverse is any type of rotating movement and sagittal is forward and back movements. Here is a picture which...Full Post
  • Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer
    Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer posted on Celeste Vaughan’s wall:
    Hey Celeste, I hope all is going well and if you have any questions ask away.
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    Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer posted on Robin L. Andrews’s wall:
    I had an amazing weekend, thank you. If you need any help, just shoot me a message. :)
  • Robin L. Andrews
    Robin L. Andrews posted on Toby Garza , NASM Elite Trainer’s wall:
    Hi Toby nice to see you on the site to. Have a great weekend