Fighting The Weight of the Nation

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Losing the Weight of the Nation with Vision Fitness and WellnessThe choices we make for ourselves and our children today will have a monumental impact on our health and wellbeing tomorrow. The Weight of the Nation is a scary look at how the steadily increasing size of the American waistline is affecting the health of families in all 50 states.

Today, more than 2/3 or Americans are overweight or obese. This number has doubled since the 1980s. And, sadly, more than 18% of our children are considered obese. The statistics are grim, but there is hope for fighting obesity and lowering your risk factors for diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease.

According to the documentary, even a 5 or 10% weight loss can improve your health. It is recommended that in addition to exercise, you incorporate lean meats, fruits, vegetables and whole grains into your diet.

You can change!  There are things we should and could be doing to improve our health, but we’re not taking action. Sometimes it just takes a friend – someone to support you in making change – to improve your entire life. I am that person. I know the word “change” can be scary, but as a certified personal trainer and wellness coach, I can help you make modifications – large and small – so that you can see a dramatic change in the way you feel.

“Most of us have two lives. The life we live, and the unlived life within us. Between the two stands resistance.” – Steven Pressfield. Think of all the freedom that you would have if you were able to achieve the goal you wanted and stayed there life long!

Let’s chat about your health goals!

RUN CLUB

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Join fellow health enthusiasts who are looking to continue to    stay fit, healthy and happy. Have you always wanted to run your first 5k? Partnering your love for staying fit, healthy and happy along with your goal of running your first 5k can be one of the most enjoyable things you do on your journey towards continual wellness!

  • Walkers, runners, run/walkers welcome! No experience & experienced 5k’ers come on down!


Contact us today to get started! 

Ask a Trainer – What Time of Day Should I Workout?

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Do you like to get up at the crack of dawn and go for a run or hit the gym? Or, maybe you prefer your workouts in the afternoon, when you can unwind from a long day. No matter what time of day you get your blood pumping, give yourself a pat on the back for sticking to your fitness routine (don’t worry – I’ll wait!). Whether you’re a morning or afternoon go-getter, there are perks to working out any time of the day.

Rise and Sweat

  • Without a full day of excuses behind them, people who workout in the morning tend to be better at sticking to the routine.
  • If you decide that mornings are your favorite time for fitness, give yourself extra time to warm up and stretch after a long night of sleep.
  • If you’re pressed for time at the end of the day, the evening should be spent winding down a preparing your body for a good night’s sleep. Morning workouts will give you the extra time you need for a great nighttime routine.

Afternoon Delight

  • Lunch breaks are a good time to fit in a walk or head to the gym before the crowds pack in. You’ll feel accomplished by maximizing your time and you’ll be able to power through the 2PM meltdown.
  • If you’re working out during your lunch beak, schedule your meal after your workout to give yourself time to digest.

Even in the Evening

  • Let’s face it, some of us are not morning people and we might not have time during lunch. Making time in the evening makes perfect sense!
  • On your way home from work, make it part of your routine to schedule your workouts. Once the lure of the TV calls, it can be hard to get up and get motivated again.

Not sure what time works best for you? Try a few different times over the course of a month (dedicating one week to each) and see how you feel. Pay attention to your sleep, your digestion and your overall mood to determine what works best for your body clock.

I’m available to help you early or late, so if you’re looking to start a fitness routine that works for your schedule, get in contact with me!

Ask A Personal Trainer – How Often Should I Work Out?

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Los Angeles Personal Trainer Natania Goldburg on Exercise FrequencyYou’re motivated. You’re inspired. You’re working out like a mad man (or woman) every single day. You might even be training on an intense two-a-day schedule.

Then, suddenly, you hit the wall.

You no longer feel physically or mentally inspired to continue. Your body and mind hurt and you’re just not feeling your best. But, how can this be? When it comes to working out, isn’t more always more?

Not exactly.

According to a great article on Q by Equinox, “Sustaining high-intensity workouts most days not only can over tax the body, it saps ambition and enjoyment of exercise and can keep you from your ideal physique.” But avoiding workout overload does not mean avoiding exercise altogether.

Here’s what I suggest to my Los Angeles personal training clients to keep them in shape and on track:

  • Do high intensity training 2-3 times each week.
  • On “off” days focus on easy to moderate exercises to help recover and prepare for your next training session.
  • Mix up your routine to keep things interesting. Cycling through different styles of training, as well as length of training and rest periods, will work different energy systems and make the changes you are looking for to reach your goals.

A manageable and realistic routine will keep you engaged and motivated. When you over do it, you feel tired (and probably painful) and let’s face it – that’s not fun at all! Your body needs time to heal and regenerate itself so that each intense workout can build on the accomplishments of the last. Over do it too soon and you risk hitting a plateau and never reaching your goals.

If you’re looking for someone to get your workouts on track, or get you motivated to start a great, manageable fitness regimen, get in contact with me today!