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Alternative to Personal Training

I’ve been working out for 20 years or more and always thought I knew what I was doing.   I didn’t need any help.  Okay, well that may have been true in my 20’s but now ...
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Why You Should be Working Out with a Personal Trainer

Starting a new workout routine is a daunting task. Whether you’re just getting back into shape, or have reached a plateau and need to change-up your workout to continue strengthening muscles and improving your heath, ...
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The Benefits of Personal Training Services

Getting into shape is a choice that many make once they feel like they have let other things get in the way of their personal health. Going to the gym can be the first step ...
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America’s Great Young Weightlifting Hope

So, this is CJ Cummings. He is 15 years old and he is currently the youngest competitor at the IWF Wold Championships being held in Houston this week.
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The Benefits of Getting Personal Training

Getting fit is a goal that many have, but not everyone achieves. Getting out there and going to the gym is only half the battle. If you have a specific weight-loss goal or want to ...
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Safe Strength Training for Seniors with Osteoporosis at Merritt Athletic Clubs

Walking by itself may not be enough to fight osteoporosis, but strength training at a qualified fitness center like Merritt Athletic Clubs can help you to protect your bones. Exercise intensity is key for seniors ...
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Fitness Centers See Rise in Kettlebell Use After New Study Highlights Benefits

In January 2015, The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research published an article that had many fitness center members reaching for the kettlebells. The article contained the results of a study proving that kettlebell training may be advantageous ...
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Personal Training Tip: Ahi Tuna Jerky is The Perfect Fuel for Runners

Before you step into those running shorts and tie up those athletic shoes our personal training experts would like you to take a minute and think about what’s fueling your body. Studies have shown that runners need ...
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Weight Loss Success Story: Before and After Results

It’s the first of the new year and many of us have set New Year’s resolutions for ourselves. All of us at Merritt Athletic Clubs are cheering for you and want to support you throughout ...
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5 Reasons Women Need to Squat More

Despite the snow last week, we still had intrepid ladies turn out for the Women and Weights upper body seminar. This week we hammered squat mechanics and practiced many progressions and variations of the squat. ...
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Women and Weights Week 2: Upper Body

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