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How Can Weight Training Help Me Lose Fat?

January 23, 2009 By Biggi View Comments

In the past everybody thought cardio was the way to go for a lean body. Then we ended up with a bunch of "skinny fat" people with lots of endurance (and oftentimes overuse injuries) and no muscle to be toned and shaped. Do you want to look like a marathon runner or a Hollywood starlet? Yup, their Personal Trainer doesn't just stand there while they are running on a treadmill. Far from it! They lift weights and do body weight exercises like squats and pushups. Lot's of them. Weight training will enable you to increase your metabolism in two ways and thereby accelerate your fat burning. When you … [Read more...]

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Give The Gift Of Health – Special Fitness Boot Camp Offer

November 21, 2008 By Biggi View Comments

Why not help someone you love with their New Year's Resolution this year? I've put together a special offer for my January fitness boot camp for women held at the Berkeley Marina in Berkeley, CA. This class will start on January 5, 2009 and be held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7AM for 4 weeks (12 classes). Plus, there's an additional class every Saturday at 8AM that is optional. (If you don't want to wait for the New Year, you may also purchase these certificates for the month of December! If you are ready now, there's no reason to wait!) Every class is one hour in length and consists … [Read more...]

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Boot Camps For Women Are Back!

October 27, 2008 By Biggi View Comments

Ladies, we are back with our fun-filled boot camp designed for women of all ages and all fitness levels, held at the Berkeley Marina. If you: Have gotten bored with your current training routine, Lack the motivation to work out regularly, Have not seen the results you wanted, Are unable to push yourself, Or wonder what exercises you should do to achieve maximum weight loss, then you owe it to yourself to check out my boot camp. Let me help you get your sexy back. I guarantee you will feel energized and look and feel younger after just the first two weeks. For all the details and to register click … [Read more...]

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You Asked For It… Personal Training You Really Can Afford

October 24, 2008 By Biggi View Comments

Do you ever say to yourself "I know I could succeed if only I had a Personal Trainer, a Nutritionist, and an accountability and support system."? Well, you don't have to be a movie star nor do you have to be wealthy to get all of the above and get the results the rich and famous are getting. As a thank you for being a loyal reader of my blog you can claim a 30 day trial membership to my new online personal training, nutrition, and support system - Fitness Promoter. With Fitness Promoter you'll receive: Workouts, customized according to your fitness level and goals, as well as available … [Read more...]

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Why Do I Need To Lift Weights?

August 27, 2008 By Biggi View Comments

Weight lifting, or resistance training, has benefits that no other sport or activity can replace. You may not like it, but you will love the results and benefits it can provide. If you want to be healthier and have a stronger and more beautiful body, then the best thing to do is get started on a resistance training program! What Is Resistance Training? Resistance training involves activities that use weights, machines or your own body weight, and in which muscles have to contract against an opposing force or resistance. It is also known as strength training or weight training. The goal of … [Read more...]

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Ten Reasons To Train With Coach Biggi

April 23, 2008 By Biggi View Comments

I bring with me over 22 years of experience in fitness and nutrition. I have been a Certified Personal Trainer for over 17 years now, holding a total of 4 certifications including one German and two national certifications. With that comes continuing education every year keeping me abreast of the most current developments in the field of health, fitness, and nutrition. I incorporate all aspects of health into your workout with an emphasis on good posture and proper execution of each exercise, making them safe and effective for you. Workouts include resistance training, cardiovascular training, … [Read more...]

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How To Get In Shape While Reading

December 29, 2007 By Biggi View Comments

Have you ever gotten off the phone with customer service and repeatedly said "wow" with tears in your eyes? Well, I just did! I called Audible.com because I was interested in renewing at a lower rate plan, while keeping all my credits and most of my benefits. It was incredible! Audible gave me exactly what I wanted! I believe that there was no benefit to them, at least not of the financial kind. But, they made me really happy, and here I am now telling you all about my experience. Finally, a business that still recognizes the value of great customer service! What does all this … [Read more...]

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Improve Your Posture – Simple Neck Exercise

July 10, 2007 By Biggi View Comments

The many hours spent on a daily basis in front of the computer can be detrimental to our posture, not to mention cause muscle pain and headaches. The typical head-forward position we assume when looking closely at the monitor causes the neck flexor muscles to be continuously stretched. A muscle that is in a stretched position for a long time will get weak over time. Here is a very simple exercise to strengthen the neck flexors and improve your posture that you can do anytime when driving your car. While keeping your chin tucked under, press the back of your head into the head rest of your seat. … [Read more...]

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