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Off Day Magic Trick
Let’s take a quick journey down memory lane because it is time to reminisce about our early, stress free days as an adolescent. We were so easily captured and amazed by a simple Peek-a-Boo routine from...
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The Journey- Finding Motivation Within Yourself
“Never stop just because you feel defeated. The journey to the other side is only attainable after great suffering.” … Continue...
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TRX Finisher
Want to add a little fire to your upper body day? Try this TRX finisher that I learned from my boss Justin Grinnell. I love this finisher because it really forces you to stay disciplined while you are...
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Nutrition Rules to Live By Part I
Reblogged from JUSTIN GRINNELL: I wanted to give you all a quick, 2-part reference guide on how you should be eating. I know that it can be tough to understand some of the science stuff that I talk...
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April Workout of the Month
The weather is warming up here in Michigan. Soon many of us will be outside running around, hiking, biking and possibly have a little less clothing on. It always makes for a better Spring and Summer,...
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3 Reasons Your Kids Should Be Doing Sports Performance Academy This Summer
I have been involved with sports for a very long time. As a former Division I athlete, and now strength coach/personal trainer I have been a part of, and witnessed many athletes work hard to...
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Nutrition Rules To Live By Part II
Reblogged from JUSTIN GRINNELL: Welcome back to Part 2 of the State of Fitness Rules to Live by. This article will take you through steps 6-10 discussing the rules I live by. I have experimented with...
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4 Outdoor Workouts To Scorch Bodyfat!
This beautiful weather calls for some outdoor workouts! In Michigan we have to take advantage of all the outdoor training time we get each year! Check out Justin’s recent blog featuring 4 metabolic...
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2 Easy Ways to Increase Fat Loss and Conditioning
Reblogged from JUSTIN GRINNELL: Hey everyone! I wanted to drop a bonus workout post this week, that will go well with all of my upcoming fat loss blogs. I have found a quick and easy way to help you...
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What Is Intermittent Fasting and Why You Should Try It
Reblogged from JUSTIN GRINNELL: Before you decide to change your lifestyle of eating, let me properly define what intermittent fasting (IF) is, and why you should use it. What is Intermittent Fasting?...
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July Workout of the Month
Summer Countdown Workouts The month of July is here and summer is now in full gear. In Michigan, we tend to count the days of summer that are left, since they come and go so fast. As the days of...
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Slow Your Roll
Have you ever walked into the gym, carefully listened to the faint sounds, and contemplated if the facility itself had a room specifically for giving birth? I mean it makes perfect sense to have...
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Muscle Imbalances: When one side is stronger than the other
We no doubt have “sides” that are stronger in our bodies. It is usually an arm or a leg that is markedly different in strength but it could be any muscle group. Sometimes there are visible differences,...
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August Workout Of The Month
Building Your Aerobic Base I am sure that most of you have heard of HIIT (high intensity interval training). For the past few years, it has been the “cardio craze” in the industry. From CrossFit to...
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September Workout(s) of the Month
Minimum Time Does Not Mean Minimum Results! 1-Hour a Week is All You Need To Start Out With! The end of summer is here and September has came upon us fast. Labor Day has come and gone, that Michigan...
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Carry Me! A Guide to Weighted Carries
Ten grocery bags are in your trunk and you are determined to get them all in the house in one trip. One heavy suitcase is in your hand and you have ten minutes to make it across the airport to make...
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October Workout of the Month
I have been writing the Workout of the Month for State of Fitness for quite some time now. I must admit that I get stumped from time to time coming up with something fresh and exciting. I am a pretty...
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It’s Not Work if You Love What You Do!
Ever wonder what makes the State of Fitness trainers tick? How did they get so hooked on fitness? That’s exactly what we asked them and here’s what they had to say: Kyle Schoenmaker Training has to be...
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Defending the Deadlift
The deadlift is arguably one of my favorite exercises and not just for its mass building qualities but also for the hinge motion’s application to everyday activities. Now that being said, it...
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November Workout of the Month
Muscle in Minutes Many of us are people of routine. It doesn’t matter if you are determined to stick to your current workout routine, or never want to miss you Semi-private training session,...
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