Welcome to the Prescription Fitness Workout Advice and Fitness Tips blog, your go-to resource for expert guidance on achieving your health and fitness goals. Whether you’re new to working out or a seasoned fitness enthusiast, our blog offers practical advice, from effective strength training routines to essential recovery techniques. We dive into topics like the benefits of resistance training for aging, how to prevent injuries while training, and the importance of a balanced diet to complement your exercise regimen. Our mission is to provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to succeed, helping you transform your fitness journey with tailored insights and actionable tips. Explore our blog, ask questions, and discover how you can elevate your workout routine and lead a healthier life.
Overcoming Childhood Obesity
Written By Beth Funari Sims Cert. Personal Trainer Prescription Fitness Childhood Obesity affects 1 in 6 school-age children, and adolescents in the United States. As of January 2017 the CDC (Center for Disease Control & Prevention) reported that the percentage of children in the US has more than tripled [...]
Step Up Exercise: Ultimate Guide to Strength, Balance, and Cardio
The step-up exercise is a powerful, full-body movement that has stood the test of time. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned athlete, this low-impact yet highly effective workout can be modified to match your fitness level. This updated guide will cover: The benefits of step-ups How to perform them [...]
Allergy Awareness
Written by Danielle Gymorie Cert. Personal Trainer Prescription Fitness At the start of every Spring/Summer, I know that also means the start of allergy season. While I love seeing the seasons change and everything blooming, my seasonal allergies make me pay the price. I know I am not alone [...]
INDEPENDENCE DAY SURVIVAL GUIDE
Written By Elsie Velazquez Cert. Personal Trainer Prescription Fitness Let’s face it, while holidays are for celebrating and are meant to be enjoyed with family and friends, we can sometimes get carried away with food and drinks. What starts off as a good time can end up making us [...]
Heat Stroke Prevention
Written By Danielle Gymorie Cert, Personal Trainer Prescription Fitness Summer is one of my favorite seasons. I love hot weather, cookouts, beach trips and soaking up the sun. When I know I’m going to be out in hot weather, I try to plan accordingly and bring extra water, sunscreen, [...]
Hit the Trail Workouts
Written By Beth Funari Sims Cert. Personal Trainer Prescription Fitness The warmer months are an ideal time to take your workouts, and yourself outside! Fresh air workouts can do wonders for both the body and mind. Research shows that exercising outdoors is proven to boost moods - in part [...]
The Full-Body Workout Program for Dad – How to Put It Together
Written by Elsie Velazquez, Certified Personal Trainer - Prescription Fitness; Edited by Jessica Gibson The Impact of a Dad's Health on Their Children Being a dad comes with many responsibilities, and one of the most important is setting a healthy example for your kids. Not only does maintaining your health [...]
MOUNTAIN CLIMBERS ROCK!
Written By Elise Velazquez Personal Trainer Prescription Fitness A mountain climber is a body weight exercise that burns calories, builds stamina and strengthens the core. Not only do mountain climbers make use of all of the body’s major muscle groups so it’s almost like getting a total body workout [...]