WELCOME TO XPLORE FITNESS
A DIFFERENT GYM. A DIFFERENT KIND OF WORKOUT.
Most gyms are just, well, gyms.
While Xplore Fitness does have mirrors, weights,
cardio equipment and the works, our goals for
you go beyond our own walls. From our unique free
motion equipment, to our sport specific personal
training, everything we do is designed to get
you healthy, happy and ready take on nature’s
ultimate playground; the great outdoors. Whether
you enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking or rock-climbing
in the spectacular Pacific Northwest, we want
to help you get there.
Our mission is to provide each member with an
individualized training program specially designed
to enhance your ability to enjoy the activities
that inspire you. If all this sounds like your
kind of gym, then get in here and check out Xplore
Fitness. So you can get out there and play!
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STAY
FIT IN THE COLD
Get
reacquainted with your treadmill this month. What
better way to boost your mood while getting a
jump-start on spring training? While marathon-training
runs aren't well suited for treadmills, shorter
and more intense runs are. Some people are turned
off from treadmills because of the monotonous
lack of scenery. If this is you, mix it up by
adding abdominal circuits to your workout. Try
some of these training techniques next time you're
in the gym...
Beginners -
10 minutes at medium pace with 15 crunches after
run...x3
Intermediate -
15 minutes at medium pace with 25 crunches after
run...x3
Advanced -
15 minutes at fast pace with 30 crunches after
run...x3
PRACTICE PATIENCE
Remember above all that you exercise because it
is fun. If you are gearing up your quads for a
ski trip, or just getting in shape early for spring,
the point is to enhance your enjoyment once you
get there. That being said, don't get upset if
you are feeling the common aches and pains of
first time exercise after a long winters nap.
Set short-term goals in order to get back into
shape. Dwelling on how far you have slipped from
your ideal fighting shape is pointless and non-progressive.
You will be surprised at just how fast your body
responds to quick, repetitive workouts. Give yourself
2-3 weeks of regular gym workouts (3-5/week) and
you will see a noticeable difference in your fitness
level. This is also a great time to wean yourself
off of winter cookies and start introducing some
healthy alternatives to your diet.
There is no substitute for a motivated athlete
who approaches their season with an optimistic
outlook and a realistic plan for reaching their
goals. Make no mistake; a regular workout schedule
combined with 3rd party advice can be an invaluable
asset to your training, whatever your goals are.
Talk to one of your local trainers about what
you are trying to achieve and what suggestions
they may have for you.
A good trainer will want to help you succeed,
because ultimately your success is proof of their
success.
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