When the going gets tough, the tough get rowing

by | Dec 17, 2016 | IFC

An overlooked but important muscle group are the traps. If properly exercised they can adjust posture, improve upper body strength, enhance sports and function, and improve other upper body movements such as pullups and pushups. TRAPEZIUS EXERCISES Cable shrug One-arm...

There’s no climb like the present

by | Nov 21, 2016 | IFC

Although I prefer outdoor exercise over treadmill, if only able to use a treadmill is available and a change is needed to spark progress, try some these ideas. These exercises can increase heart rate and limit the overuse that occurs with typical treadmill use while...

The zen is mightier than the core

by | Aug 26, 2016 | IFC

The key to health and fitness is the mind. Positive thinking, intention, dedication and consistency all form the basis of a sound fitness regime. One part of that regime is yoga and its many diverse disciplines. Here’s a brief description of the branches of and the...

God LIFTS those who LIFT themselves

by | May 26, 2016 | IFC

‘Lift’ has many meanings. Here is a great workout that focuses on get-ups, a wonderful exercise of getting from a lying positon to a standing without using your arms or support. We call it the VPT Get Up Workout! GET UP! VPT WORKOUT Get ups – 1×5...

Tenacity is the Mother of Invention

by | Apr 22, 2016 | IFC

CRAZY CARDIO CIRCUIT VPT WORKOUT Great workout to start the day! Excerpt from https://www.createspace.com/4991325 Stair running (jog in place), 2 minutes Crunch Reverse crunch Bench reverse crunch V sit up Teaser Wood chop – 6×30 Corkscrew Side plank hip lift V...

Easy Come, Easy Row

by | Mar 27, 2016 | IFC

Here are some of the Lat Exercises (Upper Back, Rear shoulder) that VirtuFit recommends. Try these and others for strong back and good posture. Assisted pull up machine Bent over row Dumbbell pullover Lat pulldown Machine pullover One arm row Pull up or chin up Seated...