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The truth about Boot Camp
On the fence So you're undecided about joining boot camp? You're probably wondering if the sound of an alarm going off at 5am, five days a week is worth it. Despite what you're thinking, your buddy, by now is pretty much a convert on the new fitness boot camp he/she joined. The conversation may go something like: You: "5:30 in the morning, five days a week?!!!!" Buddy: "It's well worth it. You get used to it after the first week." You: "I don't know. That's early." Buddy: ... Read more →
Make a fitness a lifestyle with JCF Boot Camp
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Fitness 101: Metabolism
Intro to Metabolism Metabolism is the amount of energy (calories) your body needs to burn in order to function. No matter the activity, your body is constantly burning calories in order to maintain itself. Metabolism can also vary depending on the activity and when its being performed. Difference in Metabolism Metabolism is affected largely by your body composition and your level of activity. Your body composition is the amount of muscle versus the amount of fat in y0ur body. Muscle require more ... Read more →
Avoiding the exercise plateau
When working out, it's very easy to fall into a routine and continue to do repetitive exercises. Although the "routine" exercise is better than nothing you could be limiting the effectiveness of the workout. Why? you ask...muscle memory...yep, simple as that. Just like us, the more we do something, the better we become at it. It's the same thing with our muscles. Over time your muscles will get used to the routine and not respond as much causing results to ... Read more →
What body type are you?
Mesomorph, Smesomorph. I know you're probably thinking what the heck is that? but this post is meant to enlighten. Some of you (like me) may wonder why certain people can eat, eat, eat, and eat some more but never gain a pound...I'm hear to tell you my friend that part (actually a good bit) of the answer lies in this here post. The reason those people can eat like that and not gain a pound is simply genetics-their body ... Read more →
Sacrificing a little sleep?….well worth it
It's said that early (early) morning cardio/workouts are the most beneficial. Working out in the early (early) morning before eating has 3 major advantages: 1) LowDepleted glycogen (carbohydrates) and blood sugar levels-because the body is depleted of carbs, which is the body's main source for energy, the body starts to burn second source of energy- body fat. 2) Post workout burn-after an intense cardio workout in the morning, your metabolism is at a high rate following the early (early) morning workout 3) ... Read more →
