Category: Evan Ferwerda, Owner; Alloy Personal Training
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Twelve weeks to a better you
This month we’re kicking off a 12-week program. Why 12? Well, we’ve found this is the sweet spot in a best-case training paradigm. At 12 weeks, the body has become properly adapted to the...
Read ArticleLinking physical and mental health
For those who are putting together an action plan to age gracefully, the pursuit of happiness should be tops on the to-do list. The link between physical health and mental health is significant...
Read ArticleFitness for graceful aging
The inevitable loss of muscle mass as we age, also known as sarcopenia, means you will lose muscle at the rate of three to five percent per decade starting as early as your 30s. Muscle loss is...
Read ArticleReversing osteoporosis
Osteoporosis affects almost 20 percent of women and five percent of men, an estimated 44 million Americans. One of the risk factors for osteoporosis is physical inactivity. Called a “silent...
Read ArticleWhen should you hydrate?
As the temps start to climb this month, it’s a smart idea to pay attention to your water intake. The body itself is about 60 percent water, so if you’re not getting enough, that affects your...
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