Susan Dawson-Cook When I speak to new prospective clients on the phone, they often worry that they will feel uncomfortable at the fitness centers. I understand these concerns because I’ve worked out in many facilities where everyone is wearing the most fashionable and form-fitting outfit; most of their bodies look fit enough for the Olympics;…
Tag: Fitness
Generals, October 2014
Did you know?
Gwen Lewis Eight daily habits and how they affect the life expectancy of the average American: 1. Smoking a pack of cigarettes a day takes seven to eight years off your life. 2. Having one drink a day actually increases your life expectancy by about a year. But every additional drink per day decreases it…
Clubs & Classes, September 2014
Firing up those muscles with Strength 45 and SilverSneakers
I have been going to Jazzercise here in SaddleBrooke for 10 years and love the cardio. And now they have added a class called Strength 45. This class is a 45 minute muscle-only, body toning and balance workout. With using weights and bands I feel stronger and healthier! And what is also great is that…
Clubs & Classes, September 2014
Spin sisters
Linda Wilberg and Vicki Gordon-Riddell Hi. We are Linda and Vicki and we are sisters who spin. I am Linda and I have been spinning since 1999. I love to torch calories to awesome music with a community of fun folks. In fact, I love it so much, that I became a spin leader about…
May 2014
Take your time and do it right
Susan Dawson-Cook I met model and actor John Antorino at a conference last December and recently interviewed him for an American Fitness celebrity feature. Antorino isn’t some macho man who rushes to the gym and moves as much metal as possible to look like a tough guy. He takes the time to execute every exercise…
May 2014
Lunch and learn fitness series
Keep fitness in your summer with HOA 2’s fitness departments Lunch and Learn series. Every month we are offering a chance to learn more about how to keep your body fit and well nourished. The Fitness staff and chef will discuss and demonstrate healthy food preparation and exercise techniques. Lunch and Learn Lectures include: June…