Personal Trainer in Harlingen | Rio Grande Valley

Rebounding (and as seen on TV)

Rebounders or mini-tramps have been around for many years. The models sold today are a bit bigger and more sturdy then those of days gone by (from what I’ve seen), and the DVD’s that come with it supply a lot of variety (and imagination ala ‘hip...

Ab Wheel for Core Strength

The ab wheel is an effective piece of equipment for core strengthening. However, do not let the fact it’s lightweight, and appears easy to learn, fool you.  A little movement goes a long way. Most of you will feel it work immediately starting slow and easy, and...

Stair Stepper Exercises

Most of you see stair steppers in gyms being used for ‘step’ and aerobic classes. My stepper is primarily used for muscle conditioning and occasional cardio intervals. Today I will demonstrate just a few of my favorite muscle toning uses for a stepper...

Stability Ball – Abs and Your Neck

As mentioned in previous posts, I like the stability ball for many exercises. I am partial to the brand “FitBall” for its durability and feel. I’m holding it in gray, yet it comes in white and other colors. It also comes in two sizes; I prefer the...

Instant Low Back Pain Relief

I realize many of you experience pain in your lower back on occasion (or more then on occasion) and I have addressed treating your own back in a previous blog entry. Today I’m giving you a visual of the basic relief exercises to do if the book I recommended...

Which “Cardio” is Best? Treadmill, Stairmaster, Lifecycle

Stationary Bike & Treadmill and Stairmaster This is an easy answer without going into all the detail of the different mechanics of each one, OR the calories each burns, OR which is best depending on your state of injuries or lack thereof. The simple answer to...