It's important to stay motivated as you strive to reach your health and fitness goals. One way to do this is to focus on the things you can control. Something unexpected my come up and you aren't able to go to the gym as planned. Instead of focusing on something that was out of your control, focus on all the work you've done leading up to that day. An easy way to measure your progress is to use a benchmark. Watch the video below on what benchmarks are and how to measure your benchmark.
Showing posts with label fitness measurements. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fitness measurements. Show all posts
Friday, May 11, 2012
Friday, April 8, 2011
Friday Fitness – How do you Measure Up?
A guest this week was frustrated that the scale was not moving like she had hoped and rightfully so, she’d been working her tail off. So, we took her body circumference measurements and to her surprise she had lost many inches. She had been wearing athletic clothing with elastic waistbands and was unable to sense the difference, but when she saw the results of all her hard work in terms of inches she had been reinvigorated.
The good old fashion measuring tape is a wonderful addition to your bimonthly or monthly evaluation. Watch the video below then read through the procedure for tips on how a buddy can help you take measurements like a pro.
Measuring Sites:
(Always measure the right side of the body)
Upper Arm
Measure ½ way between the elbow and shoulder, while arm is parallel to floor. Mark the spot with the tape and have them lower their arm to their side for the measurement.
Chest
Measure at breast level (across the nipples) – keeping the tape straight and parallel to the floor.
Waist
Measure at navel level – keeping the tape straight and parallel to the floor.
Buttocks
Measure at the maximum protrusion when standing with heels together – keep tape level parallel to the floor.
Thigh
Measure one-inch below where the buttocks meets the thigh. Weight distributed evenly on both feet.
The good old fashion measuring tape is a wonderful addition to your bimonthly or monthly evaluation. Watch the video below then read through the procedure for tips on how a buddy can help you take measurements like a pro.
Measuring Sites:
(Always measure the right side of the body)
Upper Arm
Measure ½ way between the elbow and shoulder, while arm is parallel to floor. Mark the spot with the tape and have them lower their arm to their side for the measurement.
Chest
Measure at breast level (across the nipples) – keeping the tape straight and parallel to the floor.
Waist
Measure at navel level – keeping the tape straight and parallel to the floor.
Buttocks
Measure at the maximum protrusion when standing with heels together – keep tape level parallel to the floor.
Thigh
Measure one-inch below where the buttocks meets the thigh. Weight distributed evenly on both feet.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
WE’RE BECOMING SLUGS!! How do we make this stuff fun?
By Adam Martin, H3 Fitness Director
Check out this summary from the January 2008 publication from the ACSM.
In this study they used the newest technology to hit the fitness arena, an accelerometer. An accelerometer is the device used in your iPhone to manipulate the orientation of the screen when you turn it from horizontal to vertical in your hand. It can be found in fitness devices like the body bugg or fitbit. It’s beginning to trump the traditional pedometer in accuracy.
Can you believe that 1 in 40 adults over 60 is moving for a cumulative 30 minutes per day 5 days per week?! Yikes! What’s the problem here? By Tradition, exercise isn’t thought of as fun. I mean, who actually enjoys the sound of their labored breathing? However, a new revolution is developing. Check out this video…
It appears the “Fun Theory” is one we must begin to adopt. Therefore, here’s a short list of activities you may prefer over the treadmill. (PS we offer them all at H3)
- Dancing (Belly, Hip Hop and Latin)
- Drums ALIVE
- Outdoor Activities (Hiking, Biking, Swimming, Kayaking, Snow-Skiing)
- Court or Team Sports
- Cardio-Boxing
- Wii Fit
- Tai Chi
Can you think of any others?
Check out this summary from the January 2008 publication from the ACSM.
In this study they used the newest technology to hit the fitness arena, an accelerometer. An accelerometer is the device used in your iPhone to manipulate the orientation of the screen when you turn it from horizontal to vertical in your hand. It can be found in fitness devices like the body bugg or fitbit. It’s beginning to trump the traditional pedometer in accuracy.
Can you believe that 1 in 40 adults over 60 is moving for a cumulative 30 minutes per day 5 days per week?! Yikes! What’s the problem here? By Tradition, exercise isn’t thought of as fun. I mean, who actually enjoys the sound of their labored breathing? However, a new revolution is developing. Check out this video…
It appears the “Fun Theory” is one we must begin to adopt. Therefore, here’s a short list of activities you may prefer over the treadmill. (PS we offer them all at H3)
- Dancing (Belly, Hip Hop and Latin)
- Drums ALIVE
- Outdoor Activities (Hiking, Biking, Swimming, Kayaking, Snow-Skiing)
- Court or Team Sports
- Cardio-Boxing
- Wii Fit
- Tai Chi
Can you think of any others?
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