Carl's Blog
Recumbent bikes are an excellent low-impact option for cardio.
Check out these tips to make sure you're using the correct form to get the most out of your biking!
This month we are highlighting Sonja Stock! We wanted to recognize Sonja for her consistency, results, and for making great strides in her nutrition.
Sonja rarely misses a session. When it does happen, she’s always right on the ball ensuring it gets made up to keep her on track. Along with that c...
Introducing Collin Ferguson!
Collin grew up in Lewiston, MN, and is going to Winona State for Physical Education and Health Education, and he has his Personal Trainer’s Certificate.
Collin enjoys playing basketball, golfing with friends, lifting weights, fishing, camping, and reading! He likes le...
Salmon and Spud Salad
Serves 4
Ingredients
1 pound fingerling potatoes
1/2 pound fresh green beans
1/2 pound fresh asparagus
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon plus 1/3 cup red wine vinaigrette, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach
2 cups cherry toma...
Always be looking for new ways to improve yourself, physically and mentally. The journey never ends, it just changes!
Ingredients
1 ½ teaspoons canola oil
2 ½ tablespoons lower-sodium taco seasoning, divided
1 cup thinly sliced multicolored baby peppers
1 cup multicolored cherry tomatoes
½ cup thinly sliced scallions, whites and greens separated
4 (6 inch) whole-wheat flour tortillas
¾ cup finely shredded pepper Jack chee...
Spin bikes are great quipment to use when trying to increase endurance capabilities. However, there are few commons error involved when using a spin bike.
First error is seat height. The seat can either be too low where we would be reaching upwards to reach the handles or the seat can be too high ...
No matter how fast or slow your progress is, keep at it. As long as you're staying consistent and taking the right actions, you'll always be improving!
It's summertime, and in Wisconsin that means grilling season!
While we all know how delicious grilled food is, did you know it also has multiple health benefits that can't be found in other methods of cooking?
First, it's actually lower in fat and calories. When you grill, all you are using is foo...
Rowing machines are excellent tools for building stamina and strength. However, compared to bikes or treadmills, there is some more technique involved that is important to have correct for safety and efficacy.
As another general tip, pace is key. You'll do much better if you slow down the movement ...
Monday motivation to start the week! Our challenge for you this week is to set a goal that makes you want to jump out of bed in the morning. No matter how big or how small the goal is, set a goal that you are excited about and make it happen this week!
Check out this tasty and healthy chicken caesar wrap with high protein content!
Ingredients:
- 12- oz. cooked chicken breast cubed or shredded – about 3 cups
- 1/2 cup lite caesar salad dressing 120g
- 1/2 cup salad croutons cut in half (28g)
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 Tbsp lemon...