Hey there.

I hope you guys are all doing great!

One of my hero’s in Fitness is a guy buy the name of Peter Twist. He has coached a vast variety of sport professionals from the likes of Mark Messier to Hakeem Olajawon. He has produced numerous research articles, authored plenty of books and has created one of the best systems to fitness training I have ever seen.

Peter is a phenomenal fitness expert especially when it comes to sport specific training and functional training.

Now, Trainers On Site has some clients who are young aspiring athletes and some who are recreational weekend warriors. These clients love our expertise and tools we bring to help improve their game.

However the majority of our clients are everyday people looking to improve the quality of their lives through exercise, combating the battle of the bulge, trimming inches and trying to get into skinny jeans again.

Well, Peter gives the “Skinny” on Smart Muscle Training v.s. traditional bodybuilding exercises and how Smart Muscle Training can really help you (our clients at home) become much more functionally fit.

Take it away Peter. (By the way, all Trainers On Site trainers are becoming Twist Bronze level certified - min)

Hey guys. I’ve have a real cool video for you.

My Etobicoke Mobile Personal Trainer - Adam Toohey, knows some real great NLP skills to aid you in your weight loss and total wellness journey.

You know NLP right? Neuro Linguistic Programming - AKA Tony Robbins, Jillian Michaels and so on.

Well, using these 3 NLP secrets your fitness goals will become much more attainable.

Listen in on Adam as he spills the beans.

Leave a comment below to tell me what your best technique is for losing weight.

Everything…

Hey everyone.

I just got back from a week long vacation to the greatest place on earth - Walt Disney World!!!

We stayed in a resort just 10 min from Disney.

Don’t worry the resort had a decent gym with plenty of Dumbbells (I checked before booking).

Since I was on vacation I actually had some real amazing hour long workouts - Trainers On Site style.

While my wife and kiddies were asleep, I woke up (after sleeping in - my sleeping in is 7:15am) and snuck out down to the gym.

I completed 5 workouts while there. Although my specialty is in home personal training, going to the gym was kinda cool for a change.

The workouts went like this;

Day 1 Chest, Shoulders, Triceps.

Day 2 Back and Biceps.

Day 3 Shoulders and Legs.

Day 4 Chest and Triceps.

Day 5 Back and Biceps again.

What an amazing way to start the days.

And if you have ever been to Disney, you know there is a plenty of walking to do! (I almost had a desire to borrow a Segway - they were so cool)

Carrying a 35 lb child on your shoulders wrecks havic on one’s back.

I have to admit I did indulge into the odd cheeseburger and fries combo. (Ok, a couple of beers too)

What I can’t believe is some of the crazy conveniences people do while visiting Disney.

I am not so sure that everyone in one of those RENT A SCOOTER’s were actually handi-capped.

Being overweight and obese (A huge problem in North America) is really hard on the knees, legs and lower back.

What a great time it was. We had a blast!

I suggest everyone go at least once. And of course, walk the whole park!

Remember, vacation’s are not vacation’s for your body. This is probably the best time to get on the fitness wagon again.

Posting pictures soon.

Leave a comment and tell me about your favourite Disney Vacation workouts.

Hey guys,

On this post I want to discuss what type of equipment do you use with your resistance training.

Are you a believer of Bands?

Do you benefit from Barbells?

Or do dumbbells deliver?

Bands…

I like bands personally for many different reasons;

• They are portable
• They are affordable
• They provide varied resistance

With bands, when you start the exercise the load is easy but gradually becoming increasingly harder every inch into the movement.

Bands weigh virtually nothing but when expanded they can be a tough load on the desired muscle.

Barbells…

The reason why barbells are great is;

• You can lift very heavy weight
• Very sturdy
• You can perform power movements

Barbells usually require a great deal of space and are most often used in a gym setting. One would have to be an experienced exercise enthusiast to use barbells.

Dumbbells

Dumbbells rock because;

• They are portable
• You can recruit a great deal of stabilizer muscles with them
• The required resistance

Dumbbells give you the same resistance at the start of the movement all the way through until the end. If you are investing in dumbbells, invest in Bowflex select techs http://www.fitnesssource.ca

You surely don’t want to invest in 17 different sets of dumbbells and pay double the price?

Don’t forget to leave your comment on the blog on which you prefer, Bands , Barbells, or Dumbbells?

Here’s that video;

Choosing the correct Trainer for you can be a daunting task.

There are so many of us out there.

You have gym Trainers, Studio Trainers, BootCamp Trainers and like us - In Home Personal Trainers.

Then you have almost as many certification companies as well - CanFitPro, CPTN, ISSA, CSCS and more…

Another question, is it completely necessary to hire a trainer who has a diploma or degree in the fitness field?

I have come across many great Trainers who are from all 3 fields - University, College, and a Certification company.

Whomever you choose make sure they fit your personality style, are motivating, have proper knowledge and get you results.

Here is your 12 point checklist - Lmk if you agree with most of these?

Wikipedia’s version of Cross Training;

Cross-training (also known as conditioning) refers to training in different ways to improve overall performance. It takes advantage of the particular effectiveness of each training method, while at the same time attempting to neglect the shortcomings of that method by combining it with other methods that address its weaknesses.

Check out mine.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjlfw2M_OGA

Leave a comment and lmk what you do for your cross training?

Boxing, Soccer, Jump Rope….?

Check this simple but effective formula on my video on how to achieve your fitness goals this year.

Many people make mistakes when trying to do it all over 3 months.

Trust me, you will like it.New Year, New You - Start fitness right.

Being a new year and everyone on the planet has a resolution to get fit, check out some solutions in this cool article;

http://www.prlog.org/10485558-diy-do-it-yourself-home-fitness.pdf”>DIY, Do it Yourself Home Fitness</a>

Write back on our blog with comments and tell me what home fitness things you do.

New Year’s Day has just passed, and you have a clean slate.

I don’t know if you are one to make New Year’s Resolutions or not, but either way you’re probably thinking about how you can become fitter, healthier and happier than you are right now.

These 27 Fitness and Fat Loss Tips will get you on the right track for this New Year:

1. Visualize the accomplishment of your goals each and every day. Experience the taste of success and feel that sweet satisfaction.
2. Push the intensity of your workouts. Don’t kill time, burn calories by maintaining a challenging intensity.
3. Use smaller plates at home. This effortlessly reduces calorie intake and promotes weight loss.
4. Build accountability into your workouts so that you resist the temptation to take days off. The best way to ensure accountability is to work with a personal trainer either one-on-one or in a group training setting.
5. Believe in yourself. Know with conviction that you CAN accomplish your goals.
6. Drink water throughout your day. Do this by carrying a water bottle and opting for water rather than calorie-filled beverages. This simple action is extremely beneficial.
7. Maintain your metabolism by eating a healthy snack or meal every three hours. This food should be unprocessed, low in fat and high in fiber.
8. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.
9. Incorporate High Intensity Interval Training into your cardio workouts by performing bursts of high intensity rather than exercising at a single steady pace.
10. It’s not about will-power, it’s about want-power. You have to want it.
11. Do not eat processed foods. These items are high in empty calories and contain a plethora of chemicals that are harmful to your health.
12. Stop talking about losing weight. Start doing it.
13. Fat contains twice the caloric density of carbohydrates and protein, so limit the amount that you consume. Fill your diet with lean protein and carbohydrates from plants and whole grains.
14. Be wary of products that are labeled as ‘health food’. Always read the nutrition labels.
15. Find a workout partner who is in better shape than you, or better yet work with a personal trainer to guarantee dramatic results.
16. Make a habit out of reading nutrition labels. Avoid items that are high in fat and carbohydrates.
17. Destroy negative self talk.
18. Avoid the trap of high-calorie beverages after your workouts.
19. Be consistent with your workouts. Exercise three to four times each week.
20. Expect more of yourself.
21. High fructose corn syrup should not be in your diet. It is high in calories and will quickly derail your weight loss efforts.
22. Challenge your body with each workout. Use different weights, do different exercises and break through plateaus.
23. Eat lots of whole plant foods. Vegetables, fruits and whole grains are filled with fiber and antioxidants, vital for your good health.
24. Do your cardiovascular exercise after weight training to ensure more fat burn. Your stored sugars will be depleted during the weight training then your body will rely on fat stores to get you through the cardio workout.
25. Set specific, measurable goals.
26. Start each day with a healthy breakfast. This important meal should be a balance of carbohydrates, protein and fat to get your metabolism going strong.
27. You deserve better…go get it.

After writing these tips, I realized how powerful and inspiring they are. Print this list and place it somewhere that you’ll see often – this will keep you motivated and pumped up to accomplish your goals.

If your New Year’s Resolution has to do with losing weight and getting into great shape (and whose isn’t?) then guarantee your success by working with a fitness expert who can guide you to success.

I’d love to team up with you - together we will transform your body in 2010!

Call or email us today to get started today.  1.888.269.1TOS(867)

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