Your Best FitBy Jennifer Frudaker- Nationally Certified Personal Trainer- Les Mills Certified Group Fitness Instructor- TRX Certified Instructor- All Natural Figure Competitor- Facebook - Jennifer Frudaker- Instagram - @jfrudaker
What type of exercise works best for you and your body? In this issue, Fitness Pro Jennifer Frudaker highlights various workout routines around town and tells you what you need to know.
STRENGTH CIRCUITS: Most people would consider this the most physically challenging because it combines resistance training and a cardio element which conditions both skeletal and cardiovascular muscles. Just because the movements are athletic doesn’t mean you have to be. Orange Theory, Crossfit Rebellion, Forge Fitness, Iron Tribe, Torque Performance Training, Wheelhouse Academy
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YOGA/PILATES: Mobility, mobility, mobility! Yoga and Pilates are proven to be the truest way to avoid injury, achieve mental clarity, and succeed in longevity. Your mind and body will thank you! Aero Joe Pilates, Club Pilates, MPower Pilates + Cycle, P2 Platinum, Steel City Yoga, Yoga Circle_______________________________________________________
LOW IMPACT: Low impact does not mean low intensity. Low impact is typically best for people who are beginning their fitness journey, have prior injuries that restricts movements, recovering from injury, surgery or are pregnant. Battle Republic, Hotworx, Three15, Pure Barre, TriFusion Method, Tru40, Ignite Cycle
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ALL IN ONE: The classic gyms and training styles that include weights, cardio equipment; personal trainers, and offer group fitness classes. Resolute Running, however, is the most comprehensive running solution and coaching in Birmingham. JCC (Jewish Levite Community Center), Lifetime Fitness, YMCA, 24e, Gold’s Gym, Resolute Running
DEBUNKING FITNESS MYTHS
MYTH 1: THE ‘CORRECT’ AMOUNT OF PROTEIN
If you Google ‘how much protein do I need a day?’, you’re likely to see old science that was probably propagated by protein manufactures. The most widely accepted myth is we need 1g of protein per 1lb of body weight. MYTH! For growth and maintenance, on average, you need 0.8g of protein for 1lb of lean body mass (aka muscle).
MYTH 2: “I’LL SLEEP WHEN I’M DEAD.”
The people who say this are killing themselves. 7-8 hours of sleep is needed to maintain metabolic efficiency, decrease inflammation, and water retention. Sleep deprived side affects include low energy, moodiness, and decreased mental clarity. Can you avoid the pitfalls for a while, especially when you’re younger? Sure. Just know that no one is immune and the side effects will catch up with you.
MYTH 3: STAYING CONSISTENT IS PURELY MENTAL.
While it’s true your mind is half the battle, the other half is doing something you enjoy. When you enjoy something, you want to do it! Disregard trendiness and try classes until you find a workout that challenges you, and also makes you want to come back. When you find that, sign up.
