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Real Talk in San Diego with Jeff Discher

Today I had the Pleasure of Talking Heatlh and Fitness on ESPN Radio with my realtor Jeff Discher. It was my first time working with the media in awhile so I was a little nervous at first but once I started talking about what I love to

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Concept 2 Rowing Technique

The Benefits and Practice of Indoor Rowing By San Diego Personal Trainer Chris Keith Indoor rowing is a highly valuable instrument for athletic development and a staple in Chris Keith Personal Training. Rowing is safe, effective, and appropriate for the de-conditioned or the elite athlete of any

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Should I Exercise During Pregnancy?

A woman recently joined my gym and then found out a few days later that she was pregnant. She asked me if she should cancel her membership and, thus, this essay was born (pun intended). Exercise during pregnancy has great benefits! First of all, it can help

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What are the Benefits of Hiring a Personal Trainer?

  Alright, let’s get real, how many times have you set a new fitness goal or goals for yourself, only to fall off the wagon in a couple of weeks? Sometimes we all could you use a little help. For this reason you can capitalize on the

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What to Look for in a Personal Trainer

What to Look for in a Personal Trainer

With thousands of personal trainers in the San Diego area alone, how does one even begin to choose? The most important thing is to find a trainer who makes you feel comfortable especially when some of your biggest flaws (at least in the gym) may be exposed.

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Exercise Recovery Tips

Exercise Recovery Tips

After a good workout, there is no doubt that you are feeling sore and possibly a little fatigued. This is a normal response to beginning a workout routine. During this time, it is important to take care of yourself both physically and mentally. It is easy to

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Functional Training Plan

1. 5 Rounds Concept 2 300 Meter Ski Erg 400 Meter Run 500 Meter Row 2. 20 Minute AMRAP: 5 Pull ups 10 Push ups 15 Squats 25 Minutes Stairmaster 3. 3 Rounds 800 1000 Meter Row 25 Minutes Stairmaster 4. 5 Rounds 400 Meter Run 15

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Breathing and Bracing for Strength Training

Breathing and Bracing for Strength Training

The Power of Deep Breathing Breathing is pretty much the basis for life. Without respiration the organism would be deprived of oxygen and would eventually perish. We often take breathing for granted since it’s a second nature thing we do. The truth is regular unconscious chest breathing

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Eating for Success Series – Nuts!

Eating for Success Series - Nuts!

Nuts are an essential (snack) food; fundamental to a heart healthy diet. Nuts are packed with protein, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids. Monounsaturated fatty acids (MUF) found in nuts include oleic and palmitoleic acids, which increase HDL levels or good cholesterol, while simultaneously lowering LDL levels

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Eating for Success Series – Blueberries!

We hope that you had a productive week and are gearing up for a great weekend ahead. As the weather warms up I always turn my attention to beautiful sun-kissed fruits. Most fruits are at their peak of freshness during the summer time, and are, therefore, perfect

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