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Pre, During, and Post Workout Nutrition
Proper nutrition is vital to workout safely, maximize and sustain performance, and recover. Getting your nutrition plan right will help you optimize each training session and ultimately help you to reach your fitness goals. Knowing what to eat, and when to eat, before...
Winter Workouts: What to do about it
Take care of yourself to ward of illness, and to have the energy and motivation to be active: Sleep — seems like a no brainer, but it can be hard to get enough quality consistently. 2. Hydration — at least 64 oz/day on very active days 80 oz+ 3. Lots of nutritious...
The 10% Method: How to Increase the Amount of Physical Activity You Can Do
If you are considering adding to your typical amount of daily physical activity, it should only be done if you do not have any pain or injuries. Adding physical activities under such circumstances will only increase your likelihood of injury or exacerbate any injury...
Resistance Bands, Benefits, Tips, and Exercises
Resistance band training is a great idea for anyone looking to get in shape. In many ways, resistance bands are the jack of all trades when it comes to fitness equipment. Below are 7 reasons why you should have resistance bands and incorporate resistance band training...
Diversifying your Workouts: Walking and Strength Training
One of the key elements to building balanced fitness is doing diverse workouts and training . There are a lot of benefits to diversifying your physical activity routine. It is especially important to do more than just walking. Strength training is imperative for...
Mantras to Help You Get Through Covid-19
To help you manage through these hard times it can help to have philosophies, sayings, etc. to pull from that help you redirect your focus. I was quoted in Forbes in relation to my current mantra....
Virtual Training: Get Back to Your Physical Prime
COVID has changed the landscape of many businesses, and the fitness industry is no exception. While many may not have considered remote, video-based personal training, the convenience of fitness from home allows clients to meet more frequently and add in wellness...
Phases of Functional Movement and Resistance Training
Functional movement training works multiple muscles at the same time holistically strengthening your muscles and enabling your body to function as one unit. This type of training will help to improve your movement and function in your everyday life and athletic...
5 Things to Look for in a Trainer
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to break through a plateau, finding the right trainer can have a major impact on your time, health, and fitness successes. When everything falls into place, the relationship you have with your trainer should keep you safe...
The OPP Fitness Method: Optimal Personal Performance Beyond Personal Training
It is the “how” of the training that sets OPP Fitness apart. OPP Fitness delivers licensed training and coaching designed around the busy lives of working professionals. Our clients realize that time is valuable, and they want a strong return on the time and resources...
SUCCESS STORIES
“Jay is such an important part of my life. It was Jay who I worked with to transform my life! He inspired, motivated and coached me throughout my weight loss of over 100 pounds. He not only encouraged me to get stronger by building muscle, but he was committed to helping me change my eating habits and achieve my goals. I will forever be grateful to Jay. Even to this day he continues to send me texts to check in on me. I am also proud to say that is it almost two years since I have lost my weight and it is still gone and I continue to live a healthy lifestyle.“
~ Maria K, Independent Accounting Professional
