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Future Fitness Swim Lesson Program Makes Safety Priority

Published on May 2, 2013 in Future Fitness Programs & Classes. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , .

The ability to swim is too often taken for granted. And you never know when it will come in handy.

As part of a campaign to drive awareness about safety in the water, Future Fitness Centers will provide one free lesson to people who sign up online.

The nationally recognized swim lesson program at Future Fitness Centers has changed the local landscape of water safety in South New Jersey for over 20 years. Swim skills and safety methods brought to thousands of children and their families, teaches youths and adults the importance of respecting all bodies of water while having fun.
Common things heard around the Future Fitness pools are ” I was afraid of the water a month ago, now I get right in.”

Although swimming is a fun, family activity, it is important to understand the facts about water hazards. Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury deaths for children 1 to 4 years old, the second-leading cause of unintentional injury deaths for children 1 to 14 years old, and is the fifth-leading cause of unintentional injury deaths for all ages in the United States, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

So, parents, don’t just rely on luck or a watchful eye this summer in your quest to provide fun, safe activities near the water for your kids. Get swimming lessons for your little ones. Future Fitness has many great pools, facilities and swim instructor experts that are willing, able and highly qualified to help your child feel confident in the water.

For more information on swimming lessons and instruction, please visit our swimming lessons section on our website.

Is Yoga the Only Fitness Routine You Do?

Published on April 29, 2013 in Future Fitness Programs & Classes. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , .

No matter which type of Yoga you do it doesn’t work your muscles and body the same as traditional resistance and cardio training. There is no denying that yoga is an amazing way to gain flexibility, strength and mental clarity. But as yoga is becoming more and more mainstream, many are substituting a 60-minute yoga class for conventional resistance training and cardio.

Bikram yoga, also called Hot Yoga, a form of yoga performed in a room heated to above 100 degrees, is especially popular. But is it an effective substitution? Can a hot yoga class take the place of the gym?

On average, a 150-pound woman will burn over 400 calories each hour during hot yoga, compared to over 600 calories the same woman would burn running a treadmill over the same period at an 11-minute-mile pace.

However, some of the calorie burn during hot yoga is due to the body working so hard to keep itself cool. During hot yoga, the heart rate does increase, but that doesn’t mean there’s a higher physical demand on your body. Simply put, a hot room does not make for a more intense workout.

One could expect to see a one- to three-pound weight loss during a hot yoga class, but this is purely water weight, and will return when you rehydrate. No extra calories or fat have been burned. You are just sweating because you are hot.

But is yoga, heated or not, a sufficient workout? Strength and Endurance yoga which are challenging, will put enough stress on the muscles for them to grow stronger. Other gentler forms work your flexibility and mental focus, which we all need.

Your muscles, however, must be worked through their full range of motion, against resistance, a minimum of two times a week to properly develop. Yoga, of any kind, just doesn’t provide that.

Yoga is a great complement to any fitness routine, But it shouldn’t replace a full fitness regimen.

Bored With your Workout? Try Aquatic Fitness

Published on April 19, 2013 in Future Fitness Programs & Classes. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , .

Water Aerobics at Future FitnessSo you’ve done the same cardio machines for a while and you’re feeling confident, but bored with your routine. It may be time for water fitness.

Swimming isn’t just going back and forth in lanes. There are a variety of other challenging and fun activities you can do in the water. Aqua fitness is a whole category of aerobic exercises which increases the heart rate and the body’s intake of oxygen.

This type of exercise was around for several years until it was developed in to what it is known today as Aquatic Fitness. Not only is Aquatic Fitness lots of fun, it also comes with benefits its land-based counterparts can’t offer.

Unique benefits
One benefit is that Aqua fitness allows a person to exercise every muscle and every joint in the body all at the same time. Water is 829 times denser than air so you will get greater resistance with a smaller risk of injury than if you were exercising on land.

Another benefit is that water aerobics cools off your body the entire time you are exercising. This is definitely a major benefit, especially during summertime temperatures, when exercising in a pool can hit the spot.

The last and probably most important benefit of aqua fitness is that almost anyone, any age, can perform water aerobics and still get the maximum workout. The reason for this is because the water causes your body to be buoyant, thus causing less strain and stress on your joints and muscles.

Knowing how to swim is not required
A person does not need to know how to swim in order to take advantage of Aqua fitness either. He or she can wear one of many devices that will enable them to stay afloat with little effort. This in turn enables the person to be able to concentrate on his or her routine. And, it helps to eliminate fear of a mishap in the water.

Aqua Fitness is generally performed in water that is up to a person’s waist. Water jogging, for example, is done in deeper water so that a person’s body stays submerged and maximizes the workout.

Which activity is for me?
Click here to visit our aquatics page. These should help you choose. And, check out this video to learn more.

Locations
The ideal location for Aquatics is in an indoor pool where the water temperature is controlled. Each of our 7 South Jersey locations has Aqua Fitness. Click here to find a location near you.

Safety
As with any exercise, talk to your health care provider first before you start.

So, if you need a new exercise routine to break the boredom and get different results, you might consider Aquatic Classes at Future Fitness Centers.

Make Your Workout a Priority

Published on March 6, 2013 in Fitness Fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , .

When life starts getting crazy, it’s usually your workout that gets pushed aside. However, going to the gym is one thing that should permanently be on your weekly schedule. Here are some ways for you to make sure working out doesn’t suffer during a time crunch:

Set a specific time- and commit: It’s easy to forget to workout. You have a crazy day and then you’re tired and ready for sleep. Set specific times each week for going to the gym or health club. Use alarms, post-it notes or other reminder method to help you commit to working out. By prioritizing your workout high on your “to do list” you’ll fit other commitments around your gym time instead of letting it fill up with last minute emergencies.

Get a workout buddy: Whether it’s a spouse, friend or someone you meet at the gym, having a workout buddy is a great way for them to help you make time for exercise. It’s easier to keep a Stair Climber than a friend waiting at the gym! Your workout buddy can motivate you and help push you out the door.

Use a Variety of Equipment: using a variety of equipment is essential for even development, coordination and continued progress, but it also makes working out interesting and fun. Additionally, muscle confusion, which results from using different equipment, is equally important to avoid plateaus.

Find a convenient gym: The best of intentions can be sidetracked by traffic, bad road conditions or just a long drive to the gym. Find a gym that’s close to your home, school and/or work so that getting there will be one less excuse. Future Fitness has seven convenient locations in Mt. Laurel, two in Cherry Hill, Turnersville, Berlin, Mullica Hill and Medford.

It’s a great stress reliever: Working out is good for mind as well as your body. The fitness center is a great place to reduce stress. Some people take out their stress actively with free weights, the treadmill or a Spinning class. Others like to release tension with Yoga or Pilates classes. Either way, you can leave you stress at the gym.

Exercise should not feel like a chore or something done infrequently. Review your priorities and set aside time each week to improve your physical and mental health at the same time. Sign up for a FREE 2 week pass!

Does Your Posture And Movement Show Your Age?

Published on March 6, 2013 in Future Fitness Programs & Classes and Healthy Steps for Fitness. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , .

Future Fitness Reviews Pilates ReformerWhat once was a professional dancer’s secret is now one of the world’s most popular and effective fitness programs.

Pilates Reformer helps you to have a strong and slender physique with good posture. It can also help counteract the changes associated with aging by strengthening your body’s core muscle groups. Have you ever noticed people’s postures and movements often give you an idea of their age? A slender frame, strong core and good posture can provide you a more youthful form.

Whether you want a slender look, flatter abs, a stronger core, better mind-body awareness, or simply to release tension and stress, Future Fitness Centers’ Pilates Reformer Programs can help you achieve your fitness goals. Led by some of the most respected instructors in the fitness industry, all workouts can be personalized to meet the needs of all age groups and physical activity levels.

Discover how Pilates can help you to:
• Create balance
• Build strength
• Increase flexibility
• Enhance slenderness
• Develop a taller, more balanced posture

Click Here to Watch a Video about Pilates Reformer at Future Fitness Centers

If you are ready to try Pilates Reformer, contact Doria at our Mount Laurel location or sign up for a FREE Pilates Demo Session.