7/15/2006 Carter Fitness Newsletter
Hey all, I have a couple of heat related stories for you, and at the end the moral to the stories.  I know you hate stories with morals - just shut up and read.  They are short and I will use small words :) Drip Dry: I have a client with whom I work out on chest and back days.  I occasionally train with my clients to let them see what it is like to roll with the big dogs (that is a joke).  His name is Scot and his testimonial is down and to the right.  He tends to bitch a lot, but he puts in 100% every time (well, maybe 98%) and he has the results to prove it.  Anyway, this time of year my gym is very hot.  It is an old building and the air conditioner blows (and not in a good way), so it can get fairly brutal in there.  That does not stop us from training, of course.  So as the workout went on we were both sweating buckets.  It was his turn on the bench press, so I got in position to spot him.  He was putting up 225 lbs for about 10 reps that day, and on about rep 8 it happened.  A giant drip of sweat fell from my face and nailed him in his.  To his credit he finished the set, then rapidly grabbed his towel and scrubbed his face like he had been dowsed with toxic waste.  A flurry of expletives was heard emanating from under the towel.  He was not mad at me though, just grossed out.  I apologized profusely as he shook it off and we continued with our training. Smell Ya, Shouldn't Have To Tell Ya There are several unpleasant duties involved in being a gym owner.  One such task that comes up from time to time is having to tell a member he smells like rotting feet.  There was one particular member who we will call James.  He came in every night, and every night I would get complaints from other members.  He always wore the same sweat shirt, same shorts, same everything.  I had one of the gym employees talk to him in an effort to gently let him know there was a problem.  James must have thought the employee was kidding, because the next night when he walked in I swear, the paint was peeling off the walls.  I pulled him aside (outside actually so I could breathe without gagging) to have a talk.  I let him know that his odor was an issue, and he needed to take care of it immediately.  James began to inform me I must be mistaken, and he asked me to smell various clothing items to determine the offending item.  I declined- stinky fool.  I told him my responsibilities as owner only went so far, and he would have to figure that out on his own.  He apparently got the message, and that was the last time I smelled James.  Moral of the Stories:  In a gym you are expected to sweat.  As a matter of fact, if you are not sweating you are probably not working hard enough.  But be responsible and towel off both yourself and any equipment you are using.  DO NOT drip on your training partner- that’s just bad.  Sweating is one thing- smelling like monkey butt is another.  There is a whole isle in the supermarket dedicated to not stinking, so there is really no excuse.  If need be, give yourself a quick oil change in the locker room before hitting the weight floor.  And by that I mean wash with soap, not just cover it up with cologne or something- I mean come on. Free Workout: Nothing like having big guns.  Arms, that is.  My favorite workouts are short and sweet without a lot of fluff. So here is a workout I made for an online client to specifically target his shoulder and biceps and triceps all in one short intense workout.  You can adjust the weights to your level, but keep to the suggested rep ranges.  Enjoy. Download Here or View Online with Videos (This is how the Online Training works) Are You Functionally Fit? Do you grimace at the thought of bending down to pick up a bucket of paint…and then lifting it to a high shelf? Does your lower back punish you after a day of yard work? How about your golf swing—could it use a little more power behind your stroke? If are nodding your head then functional training may be just what you need to improve the quality of your daily life. What is functional training?  Functional training uses exercises that utilize multiple muscles and joints simultaneously in a way that mimics everyday movements. These exercises follow three main movements—rotational, front-to-back and side-to-side—to involve large groups of muscles and to develop strength and coordination. These are skills that can be applied to real life… Most of your daily activities involve complex movements rather than fixed movements. This simply means that when you are holding a squirming child, reaching for a book on the top shelf or helping your friend move his couch your body is recruiting many muscles to work in a coordinated effort. Functional training seeks to condition your body to function with more agility and power while you execute these activities. What are the benefits of functional training? Functional training puts emphasis on your core stabilizers—your abdominals and lower back—which helps improve both your balance and ability to transfer power from lower body to upper body. In practical terms this means that lifting heavy items or maneuvering uneven terrain becomes easier, and at the same time you become less vulnerable for injury. Suddenly that paint bucket isn’t so intimidating… For all you weekend warriors, functional training can also improve your game! The key is to perform exercises that put your body through the movement of your sport while placing your muscles under resistance. This is a great way to maximize the power and speed of your athletic performance. The key to your fitness success is consistency. Whether or not functional training makes its way into your exercise regimen, the key is that you are moving your body, burning calories, strengthening your muscles and improving your flexibility. When you consistently make an effort to live a more active lifestyle your fitness and weight loss goals will come within your reach. Want more information on how functional training can improve the quality of your life? Did you know that the solution to your fitness goal is right before your eyes? Contact me, your local fitness expert to learn how functional training can put a spring into your step! The Most Important Meal of the Day Repeat after me: I will never ever skip breakfast! If your mom told you that breakfast was the most important meal of the day—guess what? She was right! Breakfast literally ‘breaks’ the ‘fast’ that your body goes into while you sleep at night. This jump starts your metabolism and gets your body primed and ready to burn calories all day long. Whole Wheat Pita Chicken Sandwich This is quite possibly the perfect summer sandwich. Made with healthy chicken and bursting with the mingled flavors of mint and oregano this sandwich will give your taste buds a refreshing treat! Yields 6 servings 1.25 lbs of skinless chicken breast, cut into strips 2 tomatoes, chopped 1 cucumber, sliced and quartered 1 small sweet onion, sliced 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, minced 2 teaspoons mint, minced Dash of salt Low Carb Tortillas 6 lettuce leaves Instructions Cook the chicken in a large skillet, coated with nonstick cooking spray, until it is no longer pink. Remove from heat and allow the chicken to cool slightly. Combine chicken, tomato, cucumber and onion in a bowl. In another bowl combine vinegar, oil, oregano, mint and salt until fully incorporated. Pour over the chicken mixture and toss. Cover and refrigerate for an hour. Place a lettuce leaf in each low carb tortilla and then fill with the chicken mixture. 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About the Author: Joshua Carter is a certified personal trainer as well as a fitness and fat loss expert. With over 15 years personal training experience, Joshua has developed training & nutrition protocols that have delivered proven results in half the time as traditional programs.  These successful protocols have been shared with a select few trainers who assist Joshua with training at his Carter Fitness in West Hills, California.  His facility offers personal training for those who live near West Hills , Woodland Hills, Canoga Park, Chatsworth and Calabasas. Email: joshua@carterfitness.com Phone: 818-766-8888 Web: http://carterfitness.com

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