From A Hospital Bed and Near Death to Dropping 100+ lbs. and Stepping on a Bodybuilding Stage at 65 Rob's 100lb Hitch Fit Transformation – From Hospital Bed to Bodybuilding Stage at Age 65 There are moments over the past 25 years that stand out to me as a transformation coach. Rob’s story is one of them. Over Two years ago, Rob was in a hospital bed, close to dying and fighting for [...]
Blackhawk Pilot Gets Ripped and Competes in a Fitness Competition Could not be more proud of Corey who for 20 years has given his life to fight for our country as a blackhawk pilot which included a number of deployments throughout the world. Seeing him transform mentally, spiritually and physically has been so inspiring. After months of training he took his transformation to the stage and competed in his first show. At the Age of [...]
Conquering your fitness goals head-on is such a great feeling! Are you looking for ways to continue that heady feeling of accomplishment and success in your fitness journey? Inspiring others to do the same is a very worthy goal to implement in that area. Here are 5 ways to inspire others with your fitness journey. Come Alongside A Friend When you start out on a new fitness journey, or even the re-introduction of a continuing [...]
After working hard and completing that crazy circuit or hard-core weight training routine, you’re ready to take on the world! But, before you go that far, take a look at these five things you SHOULD be doing to improve your overall health. Stretch- Try to stick to stretches that incorporate the muscles you just finished working. While basic stretches are fine to complete, it’s incredibly useful to lengthen and shorten any muscle that got a good [...]
running Cardio Before or After Weight Lifting You are dressed and ready for the gym. You pull into the parking lot, scan your little card to say you're here, and....Now what? Everybody does something a little different. Do you start with classic cardio or strength training? Which is best? No One-Size Fits-All Exercise depends on a lot more than simple caloric loss. What is beneficial for your own body will depend on your [...]
How to Get Big Results and Stay Motivated We had the great opportunity to interview podcast with "Make Your Body Work" where we discuss- How to Get Big Results and Stay Motivated - How to speed up your fitness results to keep you motivated!! We give tips that can help you not only get int he best shape of your Life but also stay in amazing shape after your transformation .
6 Exercises Your Core Needs Your core is that middle section of your body that includes not just your abdominal muscles, but your back muscles as well! Strengthening this section of your body is vital to the success of any other fitness routine. Not only that, but it's vital to removing a greater number of calories, too! The core muscles are what help you lift that 24-pound toddler into his car seat, and carry bags [...]
4 Signs Of Progress That Don't Include The Scale Think back to your first motivation for pursuing a happier, healthier lifestyle. Maybe it was to fit into the perfect dress for a wedding, or start a healthier journey for your family. Perhaps you just needed to lose that baby weight (we know you guys have to lose all that weight you gained during her pregnancy, too!) Once you start your fitness journey, though, a new [...]
How To Choose The Right Athletic Shoe The perfect fitness shoe is out there for you! While your fitness apparel doesn't need to be the latest name-brand attire, choosing a good shoe should be a priority. Foot problems can usually be boiled down to not wearing the right shoes. Here are some tips for choosing the right athletic shoe! Choose A Shoe That Fits Your Athletic Style The first major choice among athletic shoe wearers [...]
Fitness Tips For Busy People We all have that classic complaint that we dont "make" time for ourselves or our health and fitness goals. It's not actually about making time, but taking time. We have all the time we need everyday, but don't allocate it correctly. Just like you can't make room in a budget, you can't invent more time. We know you are busy! With that in mind, here are some fitness tips that will keep [...]
New Year New You 2017 has arrived in all its glory! Now that you've had time to celebrate, make resolutions, settle down, and break 1 or 2 of those classic New Year resolutions, let's talk about YOU. Every new year brings with it the chance to improve yourself. 2016 is fresh! We've only had 3 days of it! There 363 (it's a leap year, ya'll) more days to sculpt an entirely new you. Before you [...]
Fitness Fun and Games for the 4th of July! Stay fit this 4th of July by embracing the fun! Get your friends and family together just like you always do – but this time implement some of the activities below to get the whole family moving. Tug of War – who doesn’t like a good game of tug of war? This total body workout is more fun than work, but uses your legs, back, abs [...]
Exercise On The Go 5 Easy Breezy Ways To Squish In Some Exercise The days are jam-packed with stuff to do! How in the world can a person fit in their daily dose of exercise? As the summer begins and kids are out of school, there is less and less “you” time to work on the fitness goals you are so desperate to complete. Don’t give up hope just yet. Check out these incredibly easy [...]
Find Your Purpose For many of us, struggle seems to be a part of our daily routine. Much like our morning coffee, or daily Hitch Fit email of encouragement, tough days and troubling situations occur more frequently than we would like. How do you deal? Viktor Frankl, an Austrian existential psychologist, stated that "in some way, suffering ceases to be suffering at the moment it finds meaning, such as the meaning of a sacrifice." Frankl, whose experiences [...]
Couples Fitness Plan Reignites Passion for Healthy Living for this Hitch Fit Online Client! Amy's Stats: Starting weight: 132 lbs Ending weight: 117 Starting waist measurement: 30 inches Ending waist measurement: 27 inches Starting hip measurement: 38.75 inches Ending hip measurement 34.75 inches Amy's Story: I have always loved working out and looked into a Hitch Fit program, because I wanted to take my fitness to the next level. I wasn’t exactly sure [...]
Top Fitness Apps To Keep You In Check In today’s technologically advanced society, there’s an app for just about everything! Fitness is certainly no stranger to the app world. Whether you’re looking for playlists, calorie counters, or words of encouragement… “There’s an app for that!” We’ll dive into the top 5 fitness apps that are out in smart phone cyberland. They are listed here in no particular order. Sworkit This app is fantastic for those days [...]
5 Reasons To Start Meditating Reduce Stress By training your mind to be calm and quiet, you have a shot at combating stress before it even starts. The best time to fit in meditation is in the morning. Take some time before you hit the computer, or even your morning cup of joe, and sit in quiet solace. This action, when participated in daily, can decrease your levels of cortisol, a stress hormone, making your [...]
Get Happy And Healthy By Releasing The Kid Inside You We’ve all seen the toddlers at the park. While you are out there running laps to achieve your healthy goals, those crazy kids are zipping from the swings to the play structure and back again. You shake your head, smile, and keep on trekking. What if you joined them? Don’t be so negative! Let me show you 4 ways kids are kicking your butt when [...]
7 Ways To Bring Balance To Your Life Balance is quite a broad idea, so let’s break it down into some bite-sized pieces, shall we? The balance we’re talking about today isn’t that of seasoned ballerinas, but of individuals who seem to have this “give and take” between all the portions of their life. Mothers of toddlers, husbands with too many work tasks, and singles with the endless decisions of which path leads to their [...]
Inspiring Fitness Quotes 5 Inspiring Fitness Quotes to Light Your Motivational Fire We all need a little inspiration! Some need it daily, and others just every once in awhile. It’s time to get on fire about your body’s health! Here are eight fantastic fitness quotes from famous individuals. Let them seep into your brain, and encourage you to take action. “If I’d known I was going to live this long, I’d have taken better care of [...]
Get Serious About Fitness The time has come to get serious about fitness! No more 20- minute exercises here, and short jaunts down the block there; this post is here to motivate you to make today the start of a brand new you. Fitness is so much more than a number on a scale, or the body fat percentage – it’s about self-confidence, health, and ultimately, your true happiness. So, let’s get moving! Nail Down [...]
Habits For Happy Healthy People Your How To Sleep Guide Good sleep is foundational for individuals to get, and stay, healthy. Many people suffer from chronic sleep deprivation and don’t even know it! Not only can this lead to a consistent tired feeling, but can weaken your immune system, impair memory capabilities, impede mental performance and even, according to some studies, accelerate tumor growth. Lack of sleep also increases stress-related disorders such as depressions, stomach [...]
Hitch Fit How To Pursue A Happy Friday This classic phrase needs some backup! Not just for today’s inspiration, but for you to carry with you all week long. Happiness is no easy task, and simply taking a walk today does not always prove to provide one’s self with that immediate spike in serotonin that we all need. To truly tap into that happiness level, motivation is an absolute must. With that in mind, here [...]
How To Set Your Mind On Fitness For many of us, finding the energy to work out is just too much! But, it really doesn’t take the kind of energy you think to be fit. Whether you have a gym membership or not, there are opportunities for you to engage in fitness all around you! But, Why? “I don’t need to be a size 2,” “I am comfortable with my body,” and “I have plenty [...]
Top Resolutions for 2014 With a new year comes a new chapter in your life. How will you strive to make it better? Take a look at this list of top resolutions among Americans today! Lose Weight – What a great resolution!! But keep in mind the reasoning behind such a resolution. Is this weight loss so that you can maintain a healthy and happy lifestyle? Or are you merely hoping to squeeze [...]
