by Pamela Hernandez | Feb 28, 2013 | Fitness, Fitness Book Club, Reviews
I do not like the Biggest Loser. I don’t watch it on a regular basis. It makes my job harder by setting unrealistic expectations and making people afraid I am going to yell at them or sit on their backs while they do pushups. So for a long time I didn’t like Jillian...
by Pamela Hernandez | Feb 25, 2013 | Fitness, Gym Etiquette
image by Anne Homyak The last rule of gym etiquette may be the most important one. It is the key to making the gym experience a pleasant one for yourself and others. It keeps everyone healthy and safe. Rule # 4 Clean up after yourself. Your mother doesn’t work...
by Pamela Hernandez | Feb 18, 2013 | Fitness, Fitness 101, Gym Etiquette
image by Olivia Alcock Our next tutorial on the rules of gym etiquette deals with distractions. Rule # 2 – Keep your clothes functional and appropriate for the venue. Most of us are at the gym to look better. Some may be at the gym to find that ideal fit mate. But we...
by Pamela Hernandez | Feb 15, 2013 | Fitness, Video, Video Blog
Personal Trainer Pamela Hernandez shares some fitness tips for college students. In this video is advice for: Thrive Personal Fitness was named one of eCollegeFinder.org’s Top Health and Fitness Blogs! Pamela’s fitness tips for college...
by Pamela Hernandez | Feb 14, 2013 | Fitness, General Health, Motivation, Nutrition
image by Temari 09 I am a personal trainer, not a marriage counselor. However I think I’ve learned a thing or two about balancing love and fitness in the 14 years Brian and I have been together. Based on my experiences (and mine alone) I would like to share A Fit...
by Pamela Hernandez | Feb 11, 2013 | Fitness, Fitness 101, Gym Etiquette
image by W Brian Duncan It’s February. The January rush has died down (sadly – I want people moving!). But there are still a few newbies hanging on. Good for them! If you’re one of those rookies looking to get it right then it’s time we talk about gym etiquette. If...