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Must Haves For Your Home Exercise Space

Creating the perfect space for your in-home workouts can make a world of difference in your fitness journey. Thoughtful adjustments to your existing space can transform any area into an ideal exercise zone. With these helpful tips, you can design your own fitness setup that fits your living situation, keeps you motivated, and helps you …Read More

The Connection Between Hormones and Fitness

Hormones play a crucial role in how the body responds to and benefits from exercise. They influence everything from muscle growth and endurance, to energy utilization and recovery. Testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, insulin, and cortisol are a few of these hormones that are vital in shaping our physical performance and adaptation to different types of workouts. …Read More

Exercise and “The Stress Hormone” Cortisol

While we all know how exercise can release dopamine and make you feel a “runner’s high” after an intense workout, there are many other hormones that are released after a good workout. One of those hormones is cortisol. First Class Personal TrainingGera is the Founder and Head Trainer of First Class Personal Training with over …Read More

Personal Training and Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence and the meteoric rise of AI productivity tools like ChatGPT has many people coming up with creative uses for AI tools. The fitness industry is no exception to this as we see tech companies integrating AI into their products. The merging of AI and personal training represents a notable shift in how individuals …Read More

New Year Resolution Results with First Class Personal Training

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2024 is just around the corner and just like any other year, it’s time for new year resolutions again! This coming year, you might want to get into better shape, make some muscle gains or simply work toward becoming healthier because it’s no secret that during the holidays, we all indulge a little too much. …Read More

Top Reasons Why Personal Training is Worth It

Making a change and deciding to be more active can be challenging for some people, but the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle will definitely pay off. Investing in yourself by deciding to hire a personal trainer has many potential benefits that make it worthwhile. Here are some reasons why hiring a personal trainer is …Read More

How To Stay Active In Winter

The leaves are beginning to change, the sun is going down earlier, and there’s a crisp chill in the air. Now that the warm summers have gone away for the year, your motivation to keep up your fitness routine may dwindle. Don’t let the changing seasons change your goals, here is how to maintain your …Read More

Managing Stress To Help Meet Fitness Goals

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Stress is a natural emotional reaction to negative experiences and other stimuli. Although stress is seen as a negative emotion, there are many benefits that can come from our body’s natural fight or flight response. First Class Personal TrainingGera is the Founder and Head Trainer of First Class Personal Training with over 20 years of …Read More

Personal Training and Pregnancy

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Pregnancy is a beautiful thing, and bringing new life into the world is a special choice that isn’t taken lightly. The benefits of a healthy, active lifestyle take on a new light when pregnant, and working with a personal trainer can help you keep healthy during this new and wonderful time.   The following article …Read More