I am a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and NASM Fitness Nutrition Specialist. I am extremely passionate about Health & Fitness and have been Personal Training since 1995.
Bio
- Garrett Shepherd , NASM Elite Trainer
- @InShapeTraining
Specialties:
- Fitness
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Affiliation:
- Sharecare
Location:
- Natick, MA
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Credentials
- Education
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BBA - Management, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA, 1994-1998
- Additional Certifications of Specialty Qualifications
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April 2010 - PresentJan 2011 - PresentJan 2011 - Present
- Professional Membership or Societies
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HFPN - Health & Fitness Provider Network, 2010 - Present
Activity
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Does location matter when choosing a health club or gym?
I would recommend joining a Gym or Health Club that is in close proximity to either your Home or place of Work. If it is too far away then there is a bigger chance of finding excuses to miss ...
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Is there such a thing as too much cardio?
Yes, you CAN do too much cardio! Anytime you do too much exercise in general, you will develop the side effects of overtraining and ultimately start seeing negative results. There is a fin...
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Is it better to lose fat or gain muscle if I want to tone up?
In order to "Tone Up" I would recommend a combination of both losing bodyfat and gaining muscle. People often underestimate the value of Resistance Training when it comes to losing bodyfat.&n...
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How can E. coli infections be prevented?
Make sure you are eating clean, well-cooked foods and wash your hands often.
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How can exercise help me attain happiness?
When your Exercise Program is in tune, often the rest of your life follows...Exercise is a great way to add both structure and happiness to your life!
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What is the most effective way to open up tight calf muscles?
I would recommend both Self Myofascial Release with a Foam Roller and Static Stretching. The combination of both should really help out. Tight calves can lead to a lot of problems and i...
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Which exercises quickly work the entire body?
Kettlebell Swings are a great exercise for the entire body. Not only are you increasing your strength and using several muscles at the same time, but you also elevate your Heart Rate substant...
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What role do nuts play in a healthy diet?
Nuts can be a healthy snack, just make sure they are not covered in sugar, honey roasted or highly salted! You want to choose a good healthy nut or variety of nuts and eat them in moderation. A goo...
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