February Workout of the Month
The Minimalist Workout For Fat Loss and Muscle Last month, we focused on getting stronger using some basic movements. I hope you were able to make some great gains by utilizing the January Workout of...
View ArticleMarch 2013 Workout of the Month
Race Against The Clock Hey everyone! Thanks for checking out the March 2013 Workout of the Month at the Coaches’ Corner blog! My first question to you is, are you busy? Silly question, right? We all...
View ArticleCould. Should. Must.
If I asked you a set of questions regarding your life/health/nutrition, would you be able to ADMIT that you could improve? Some of you will openly reply saying you could improve, but the majority of...
View ArticleApril Workout of the Month
The weather is warming up here in Michigan. Soon many of us will be outside running around, hiking, biking and possibly have a little less clothing on. It always makes for a better Spring and Summer,...
View ArticleMay Workout of The Month: Time To Get Outdoors!
The theme for this month is to get outdoors! With the sun finally shining though in Michigan, we can now catch some Vitamin D, while we workout. Most people think of only running, walking, biking, and...
View ArticleStrength Training Programming Made Simple: A Complete 6-week Workout Routine
The more I learn, the more I feel like I don’t know anything about exercise. Or, could it be that exercise hasn’t really changed that much. Most sports have pretty much stayed the same over the years....
View ArticleThe Concept 2 Rower: Damper Explored
What is a Damper Setting? That thing. That thing on the side of the rower’s fan. That thing on the side of the rower’s fan that moves up and down. What is it? That thing on the side of the rower’s fan...
View ArticleSquatting on Pillows
The cat is (and has been) out of the bag, I love shoes. Breaking it down into specifics, I could wear a different pair of shoes for a whole month without ever repeating a pair. Is it a problem, yes....
View ArticleJune Workout of the Month – The Litvinov Workout
This month I am going to introduce to you a very underrated and underused method of strength and conditioning: The Litvinov Workout. This workout method is nothing fancy or new. In fact, it has been...
View ArticlePaleo, Grain-Free, Amazing Banana Bread
I love bananas. I feel like I have stock in them. There are always some in the fruit basket and some in the freezer at my apartment. Bananas are so versatile too; they add into a lot of recipes for...
View ArticleJuly Workout of the Month
Summer Countdown Workouts The month of July is here and summer is now in full gear. In Michigan, we tend to count the days of summer that are left, since they come and go so fast. As the days of...
View ArticleAugust Workout Of The Month
Building Your Aerobic Base I am sure that most of you have heard of HIIT (high intensity interval training). For the past few years, it has been the “cardio craze” in the industry. From CrossFit to...
View ArticleSeptember Workout(s) of the Month
Minimum Time Does Not Mean Minimum Results! 1-Hour a Week is All You Need To Start Out With! The end of summer is here and September has came upon us fast. Labor Day has come and gone, that Michigan...
View ArticleReal “Cardio”– Where Do You Measure Up?
Go ahead! Grab a water bottle, the newest celebrity insider magazine and claim yourself an elliptical. Go at a pace that is borderline considered sleeping and tell all your friends about your...
View ArticleOctober Workout of the Month
I have been writing the Workout of the Month for State of Fitness for quite some time now. I must admit that I get stumped from time to time coming up with something fresh and exciting. I am a pretty...
View ArticleIt’s Not Work if You Love What You Do!
Ever wonder what makes the State of Fitness trainers tick? How did they get so hooked on fitness? That’s exactly what we asked them and here’s what they had to say: Kyle Schoenmaker Training has to be...
View ArticleTop 5 Healthiest Gas Station Snacks
You’re heading out on a couple hour trip and soon realize you need fuel in the car and fuel in your belly. ASAP. Fast food is not an option for you because you’d rather not sabotage your clean eating...
View ArticleNovember Workout of the Month
Muscle in Minutes Many of us are people of routine. It doesn’t matter if you are determined to stick to your current workout routine, or never want to miss you Semi-private training session,...
View ArticleDecember Workout Of The Month
December Workout Of The Month Cardio For The Non-Cardio There is no doubt about it; cardiovascular (cardio) training is a very important part of any fitness regimen. From our first days as a...
View ArticleQuick and Easy Mexican Bowl
Here’s a quick and easy meal jam packed with protein. These ingredients are usually on-hand and are great for a quick weeknight or weekend meal. Ingredients 1 pound ground meat (venison, beef,...
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