What are meditation walks? They’re more than just walking. They’re mindful walking. Getting outside is part of the benefit. Slowing your mind and meditating is another part, just as the very act of walking helps relieve stress. Meditative walking is the act of being aware of all parts of your body as you walk and […]
If you workout in Stamford, CT, you know building stronger muscles is important. That takes adequate protein. Today, with prices rising, people often look to alternative plant sources that are less expensive. I get a lot of questions from people trying to find the best type of plant source. One reoccurring question is, “Which is […]
If you want exercises you can do anywhere, even if you’re on vacation or on the road for business? Calisthenics are a good option. Most exercise programs include them in one form or another. One of the most well-known and often used is the pushup. Not only can you do pushups anywhere and it doesn’t […]
At Revolution Training in Stamford, CT, we help people with all types of fitness problems. Occasionally, someone comes to our gym almost in despair. They’re not getting fitter, and they’ve boosted their workouts to several hours a day, seven days a week. We know the minute we learn their workout schedule, they’re exercising too much. […]
You may have heard about green juices/ If you haven’t, they’re a drink made from vegetable—green ones—that is healthy. The veggies include spinach, wheatgrass, kale, cucumbers and even herbs like parsley and mint. If you’ve ever consumed blended greens, you probably know they are a bit bitter and not too tasty. That’s why fruit is […]
At Revolution Training in Stamford, CT, we focus on individuals and each person’s goal. While a lot of people just want to lose weight and get into shape, some actually have a problem gaining weight that is just as frustrating. These people often eat junk food and avoid exercise in hopes of adding a few […]
If you’re eating a giant salad filled with lettuce, onions and other fresh veggies, you can eat all you want, but still pay attention to how much dressing you’re using, because for most dressings, portion sizes do matter. Eating healthy does mean you can consume a lot of raw veggies and still not worry about […]
What you eat and don’t eat or drink does make a difference. That’s one reason the potential for going dairy free has been more frequently discussed. Some clients at Revolution Training in Stamford, CT know they’re lactose intolerant or have milk allergies, so the decision is simple for them. They avoid dairy to prevent a […]
Everyone understands it’s time for celebration when you reach a major goal, but that success came with little achievements along the way. It’s why long term goals are broken down to short term goals. You can see success sooner and celebrate the small wins. That can keep your motivation running high and put you steps […]
More and more people are aware of fitness today, and some choose a more plant based diet to help them get fit. In order to do that and build lean muscle mass, a good source of protein is necessary. Animal protein is complete, meaning it contains all the 9 essential amino acids our bodies can’t […]