Video: What Everyone Gets Wrong About Burning Calories.
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Ever wondered what a calorie actually is and what happens when we “burn them”? Check out my interview with the zany Hannah Stocking from this episode of Science Party.
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Fit Pros to Watch: Q&A with Brandon Kolar
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Clients and friends often ask me who inspires me in the fitness word. Who do I look to for inspiration, innovation and perspiration? I stumbled upon Brandon Kolar's IG last year and his is one of the few accounts I follow religiously. He knows his stuff and his latest project, 365 Days of Exercises, gives so much to the community that I had interview him for JJFit.com. Simply put, he's someone to watch and follow!
Read MorePodcast: Pivoting When Work Gets Out of Whack
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As a corporate and private personal trainer, massage therapist with my own studio, group fitness instructor, nutrition coach, corporate wellness consultant, blogger, writer and occasional model (::hair flip::) I have a lot of demands for my time and attention. I love what I do and it’s easy to let my work life and business take over and eat up all my spare time leaving little to none for the other parts of me. Several times over the years while building my little JJFit Empire I’ve found myself overwhelmed and off balance and had to reset and reprioritize my projects. In this episode of PM for SB Podcast I share my experience, strategies and tools for pivoting when things get out of whack.
Read MoreHow to Lift Your Way to a Bigger, Smarter Brain
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Conventional wisdom — and that weird librarian from middle school — say reading books is the best way to become smarter. But new research shows that pumping iron can also bring about significant cognitive gains, and the more you exercise, the smarter you become. Check out my interview in MEL to learn how to increase brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) for increased neuronal plasticity through a mix of HIIT and long duration training. Gotta get those brains, bro!
Read MoreSF's Top Style Gurus Talk Gym Fashion and Shopping Tips
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Sometimes a workout can feel more like a fashion show and if you live in the Bay Area a nice dinner out can look more like a SoulCycle class. Fashion and fitness are becoming increasingly intertwined as luxury athletic wear and “fit fashion” are dominating not just the gym but also the streets, our favorite restaurants, airplanes and even the office. I asked three of the San Francisco’s most fashionable style gurus their thoughts on this growing trend, their “go to” gym styles and how those of us on a budget can look current and appropriate without breaking the break.
Read MoreHow Many Calories Does Sex Burn? (Shape Magazine)
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As if you need another reason to do it. Check out my interview in Shape Magazine for the skinny on how many calories you really burn during sex and a few tips for improving your… uhm… “cardio workouts.”
Read MoreJJFit in the News: Avoid the 'Screw-Its' During the Holidays (Law.com)
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Want to avoid blowing your fitness goals during this holiday party season? Check out my latest Law.com column for my best tips.
Read MoreInspiring Cycling Stories to Motivate You
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Sometimes, all it takes to get motivated is changing your internal dialogue, as was done by one of the clients here at Jonathan Jordan Fitness. Alejandro, explained that he had to “learn to change the inner voice from ‘Ugh . . .’ to ‘Come on! You can do it!’" And that worked! Other times, though, it takes a serving of inspiring stories to motivate someone. So without further ado, here are four similar stories that can motivate you to saddle up and get fit.
Read MoreThe Best 15 Workouts for People Who Hate Exercise
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Hate working out? Allergic to gyms? Don’t sweat it. Simply choose one of these fun activities and watch your fitness soar. Check out this Reader's Digest article by my friend Jill Schildhouse that includes some of my suggestions!
Read More30+ Playlists to Fuel Your Workouts
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My Body Challenge students are always asking me for my playlists. So I've made them all public on my Spotify profile. There you'll find more than 30 Body Challenge playlists and I'll continue to add new ones each week. If you have a favorite song you'd like hear in class, please send it along! I love getting music ideas from my peeps.
Read MoreBro, Quit Checking Your Phone Between Sets, Bro
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You’re not doing your arms any favors by taking long breaks between sets. Checkout my interview with tips on timing your rest and proper gym etiquette in this MEL Magazine interview by Andrew Fiouzi.
Read MoreBrides, Body Image and Building a Strong Fitness Foundation
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I recently started working with a young, successful and fierce bride-to-be who has infinitely impressed and charmed me. It's easy for clients to succumb to pressure (from themselves, the media, family, etc) to look "perfect" on the big day. Sometimes the quest for the ideal body can lead to negative self talk, unhealthy behaviors and mental and physical stress. What impresses me about Erica is her primary desire to BE healthy and happy. In this post she shares her journey and perspective with us on body image, building a strong fitness foundation and setting expectations.
Read MoreA Typical Day in the Life of an Equinox T3+ Trainer
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I was asked by my recruiting team to chart out a typical day in my life so new trainers or those considering a career in personal training can get a glimpse of what to expect. I've been lucky over the years to expand my work to also include group fitness, massage therapy, corporate wellness, blogging and mentoring. I should note, this a real, typical day in "this" Equinox Tier 3+ Trainer's life. I don't speak for Equinox or other trainers. Just me. And yes, I change my clothes A LOT during the course of day depending on what I'm doing. Ok, here we go.
Read MoreJJFit 2018 Workout Mix
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I've compiled over 100 of my favorite workout songs from my Body Challenge class and personal playlists into one master 2018 mix on Spotify. Here's the link. Enjoy! And if you have a song you'd like to add, please email me the Spotify link and I"ll keep the mix growing!
Read MoreEverything You Should Never Do in the Gym Locker Room
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Thanks to my friends at the Dollar Shave Club for this cheeky interview on what to do (and not do) with your junk in the locker room. I can’t believe I have to explain these things to people.
Read MoreJoin the Battle. Let's Beat Rare Cancers.
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In February I'm riding for Cycle for Survival for the third year in a row to help end various rare cancers. Cancer affects us all and together we can make an impact. Please consider helping if you can. Even $1 helps and 100% goes to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Click here to donate.
Read MoreThe Power of Inspiration: How to Stay Motivated to Achieve Fitness Goals
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You can have all the strategies in the world to reach your health and fitness goals, but without two key elements, attaining those goals will be difficult, if not impossible. The missing pieces of the puzzle? Inspiration and motivation. Thanks to the amazing Karen Asp for including me in this excellent piece for Delicious Living. Please read the full article article here.
Read MoreHow to Deal With Every Annoying Person at the Gym
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The grunter. The socialite. The hoarder. The trainer who isn’t actually a trainer. The talker. The lurker. The gym can be filled with all kinds of characters who inhabit various points on the annoyance spectrum. Checkout this article written by my pal Ian Lecklitner for the DSC with my tips for how to deal with these folks so you can get back to your workout.
Read MorePlaylist Got Your Down? 10 Best Body Challenge Mixes
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One of the many awesome things about teaching Body Challenge is that each week I get to comb through all my favorite tunes and put together a 45-60 minute mix of movement inspiring music. I try to combine the best of what's new with my favorite vintage tracks so there's something for everyone. I'm a personal trainer, not a DJ. But I have to tell you, there's an art and science to mixology that I find rewarding. So if your playlist is leaving your workouts lackluster, try one of these 10 mixes and see if you get inspired.
Read MoreFit Pros to Watch: Q&A with Kylie Fan Fitness
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Clients and friends often ask me who inspires me in the fitness word. Who do I look to for inspiration, innovation and perspiration? I have to give a special shoutout to Kylie Fan who I've had the pleasure of working beside at Equinox Pine Street for years. She embodies what makes an amazing coach and colleague. She has a depth of technical knowledge and is dedicated to ongoing education, provides kind and thoughtful coaching to her clients and practices what she preaches in her own fitness, nutrition and lifestyle. Simply put, she's someone to watch and follow!
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