How to go from Weak to Strong

How To Go From Weak to Strong by Denise Druce   Going from weak to strong requires you to focus on building muscles. Go from weak to strong with help from one of the leading health and fitness professionals in the state of Utah in this free video clip. Featured on Livestrong.com   Clip of Denise Druce     Denise Druce is widely considered one of the leading health and fitness professionals in the state of Utah. She is the producer in a series of 28 home workout DVDs, she teaches and trains athletes at the University of Utah, and she is a Master Trainer for YogaFit, Schwinn and 24 Hour Fitness. Druce was featured as a trainer in SELF magazine, inspiring over 500,000 women to participate in the SELF Fitness Challenge. Find out more at www.denisedruce.com  Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/video/1004479-weak-strong/#ixzz2Zk6z5gFl   Here at Unite Fitness Retreat, we are lucky to have Denise Druce as a guest speaker.  She is very inspiring and full of fitness wisdom.  You can follow her at www.denisedruce.com SPECIALS:  BUY 2  WEEKS , GET ONE WEEK FREE! Reserve by July 30th We would "love" to hear from you. Take a look at our program details, success stories, and more online atwww.unitefitnessretreat.com.   Share: Follow:  Unite Fitness Retreat PO Box 522195 Salt Lake CIty, Utah 84152 United States (866) 589-5615

5 Do-Anywhere Exercises

5 Do-Anywhere Exercises

Burn 200 Calories in Under 3 Minutes!!!

Possible to Burn 200 Calories in under 3min?

If you find it hard to lose weight with your busy schedule, the news keeps getting better.

First, just 20 minutes of exercise was proven to help increase your metabolism.

Now, a study has found that working out intensely for just 2.5 minutes can spur calorie burn throughout the day — an extra 200 calories' worth.

In the latest study, five healthy men performed sprint interval training on a stationary bicycle (five 30-second intense intervals with four minutes of easy cycling in between). Although the men were sedentary the rest of the day, they ended up burning 200 more calories during the days they did the short bout of exercise than the days they didn't exercise at all.

Even though this was a small study, the encouraging results are reason enough to add intense intervals into your workout routine. It's also good news for those of you who can never seem to fit a full workout into your day. Read on for ideas on intense exercises you can do anywhere for 2.5 minutes so you too can reap the afterburn benefits.

Perform these at maximum intensity; you can break them into 30-second or one-minute intervals to make it more manageable.

---

Jumping Jacks:  Not just to stay awake on the side of the road!  These do-anywhere moves pump up your heart rate in no time.

Mountain climbers: This cardio move helps strengthen leg and core muscles as well. Start in a traditional push-up starting position — shoulders over hands and weight on just your toes. Bring your right foot forward, bending the knee and putting weight on the ball of your foot. Switch legs bringing the left knee forward while moving the right leg back. It feels a little like running in place in a plank position. Fit's Tips: Make sure to keep the head in line with the body and the stomach muscles contracted throughout the entire range of motion. Start by moving consistently for 30 seconds without stopping. Pick up your pace as you get used to the movement.

Burpees: Everyone's favorite right?  Swiftly moving from standing to squatting to push-up position challenges all your muscles  Not sure how to do this classic move? Get instructions on how to do a burpee here.

Running up stairs: Run up and down the stairs at home or at your office — you'll get the added bonus of a toned backside.

Walking lunges: These lunges help you develop balance while strengthening your core and lower body. Do these briskly, but make sure your form stays correct to prevent knee or ankle strain. Here'show to do a perfect walking lunge.

In just 3 minutes you can burn 200 calories . . . 

"now thats a bang for your buck" or butt!  

My Typical Day at Unite

This is what a day in the life at Unite Fitness Retreat looks like…I must say, I like losing over two pounds a day!!!

5:45am	Rise and shine, enjoyed a cup of coffee and fruit.
6:30am	Boot camp with Leah, I burned about 300 calories already!
7:30am	Egg white omelette with feta and tomatoes, set daily goals with Bre. Ready to meet my goals and increase my stamina today.
8:30am	Fat Burn Blast- this class literally melts the fat off my body... Insane workout!
9:45am	Personal training session, today was leg (and butt) day... Can you say squats?
10:45am	Break and protein shake, yum... I need to rest my body in the meditation room for a few.
11:00am	Water aerobics, amazing... I just burned another 350 calories and I actually feel refreshed.
12:30pm	Veggie Burger and Salad, the best veggie burger I've ever had. Nutritional Lesson with Leah, today we learned about portion control and plate size.
1:45pm	Today I met with Shanna (my counselor) we talked a lot about emotional eating and negative thinking... Tomorrow I get my weekly massage, I can't wait!!!
3:00pm	Snowshoeing in Park City... Seriously fun and the best workout so far!
6:00pm	Grilled sun dried tomato chicken with zucchini and polenta and a huge salad, delicious!
7:00pm	Foam roller stretch, this feels amazing, my body needed to stretch.
8:00pm	Hot tub and relaxation, early to bed for me!

10 Ways to Beat the Holiday Bulge

1. Eat a healthy snack prior to attending social events so you’re not ravenous when you see temptations everywhere, never go to a party hungry.
2. Look at the holiday as a day, not a week or a month. Allow yourself to splurge on one day-not for two months.
3. Exercise. You will most likely eat more calories around the holidays due to the parties, large family meals, and gifts of chocolate and cookies! Therefore continuing to exercise throughout the holidays speeds up your metabolism to burn the extra calories faster.
4. Drink 3 liters or 96-ounces of water daily, it aids in digestion and will keep you feeling full longer.
5. Get outside, even if it’s chilly, bundle up.  Take a walk the fresh air will do you some good.
6. Make time to relax; this is a stressful time of year for most of us.  Make sure you pencil in some YOU time, read a book, get a massage, take a bath, whatever gives you a much needed break.
7. Avoid the mentality that, “It’s the holidays so I can eat whatever want and splurge just because.  Stick to the 80-20 philosophy (80% of our food should be nutrient rich, while 20% can be less nutrient rich).  Oh, and limit your alcohol, just because it’s the holidays doesn’t mean you need those empty calories.
8. Get out there and shop!  Park further away at the department stores, walk the mall with a friend and get gift ideas.  Move your body!
9. Remember what the holidays are all about. Focus less on the food and drinks and more on celebrating the special season and the company of the people you love — your family and friends.
10. Give yourself the gift of health this holiday season.  It’s never to early to start your “New Years Resolutions”.  Make this the year to really get your health back on track.  Maybe you’d like to lose the last 10 pounds, or maybe you need to get a handle on your weight and health once and for all.  Wherever you may be, recognize that this is your chance to turn it all around.  If you are ready for a change, give Unite Fitness Retreat a call today and let us show you how our personalized fitness and weight loss program can transform your life forever. 866-589-5615

Happy Holidays from your friends at Unite Fitness Retreat!

Yesterday You Said Tomorrow

Does this sound like you?

4 Fun Fall Exercises

The kids are back in school, the weather is cooling to a perfect crisp temperature, the leaves are changing color.  It’s the perfect time to get outside. Here are five fun fall exercises:

A Fall Hike

The best way to enjoy the changing colors, is to get our there and be in the middle of it. The time spent out in nature will do as much good for your mind as for your body. Pack a water bottle and head up the nearest trail, don’t forget your camera.  One of our favorite hikes at Unite Fitness Retreat is straight up Millcreek Canyon, it’s seriously amazing.

Mountain Biking

Nothing feels better than the breeze blowing through your hair as you ride your bike down a sidewalk.  The leaves crunching under your tires.  Explore parks in your area, they usually have great bike trails.

Raking Leaves

Get your kids involved and jump in a  pile of leaves!  You’ll burn tons of calories and get your yard cleaned up as well. Raking leaves is a great upper body workout and it’s sure to get you energized.

Kicking the Soccer Ball

Boredom is the number one killer of good health and fitness regimens. Exercising with a friend puts the fun back into your workout. Grab a soccer ball and kick it around, you may surprise yourself at your new skills.  If soccer isn’t your thing, try basketball or tennis.