I saw the woman who works next to my South Windsor M.E.L.T. Studio wearing them today and I don’t get it. If leather is there for protection, shouldn’t your butt be covered too? I have a hard time with that question, weird I know. But something I do understand very well is Fitness, specifically obesity, [...]
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Have you ever seen a fat depiction of an immortal? We all know immortals are fictional (well those of us sane people) but any cartoon, movie, statute or book I’ve ever seen portray someone with lean physique. In fact, most portray “immortals” having larger than life physiques; six pack abs, sculpted arms, huge legs and [...]
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When it comes to fitness and business, there is one thing I always look for; “leverage.” Essentially this means accomplishing more by doing the same or by doing less. The TRX Rip Trainer was certainly designed with “leverage” in mind. Much like it’s older brother, the TRX Suspension Trainer, you can virtually set it up [...]
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As awareness of health and fitness increases, every food company seems to be selling you “healthy foods,” and the airport is no different. You will find: -Prepackaged sandwiches with “whole wheat ” bread – Prepackaged salads -Salty nuts (that’s what she said) – Prepackaged “power” shakes/ juices – Prepackaged “nutritional” bars Notice any patterns? Everything [...]
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Counter attack front kick – keep hands high at all times – twist on front foot, stepping away only changing position of back leg – counter attack fast with kick or knee Spinning elbow from middle kick attack -Stand firm twisting gently to left to absorb power of kick – step left leg across body [...]
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“How was vacation?” “Too short. Back to reality.” (The most common response) I don’t know about you, but instead of feeling anxious and depressed when you return from your vacation, I’d rather kick reality in the balls. One of the best ways to get on track is to focus on something. After a vacation of [...]
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NEW AGE FITNESS COACH AND ENTREPRENEUR JOE CARABASE’S M.E.L.T. FITNESS PROMISES “MORE ENERGY, LESS TIME” –AND AIMS TO EMPOWER 5,000 CONNECTICUT RESIDENTS BY 2015! By Jonathan Widran Combining his years of fitness training expertise with a lifelong entrepreneurial spirit, Joseph Carabase inched closer to his dream last year when he signed the lease on his [...]
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Vacations are in fact the worst time to take off from your workouts. As a fitness professional, I recommend that all of my clients take a week or so off, once every six months. This rest period actually allows your muscles to grow and recover. However, while on vacation, you’re probably going to be taking [...]
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