
COMPETING AT IWF LAS VEGAS INTERNATIONAL OPEN!
This Spring, Head Coach Tom Duer, is set to compete in the IWF Las Vegas International Open in Las Vegas. After moving down to the 109kg class for last winters American Open Final, Tom secured his spot on Team USA for this Bronze Level International Competition.

A HEALTHIER CHOCOLATE CAKE RECIPE
Although this recipe cannot be classified as health food, it is a great alternative to the traditional Valentine’s Day dessert. So, if you choose to indulge for this holiday, then try this easy healthier chocolate cake recipe instead of buying or ordering out.

WALKING, JOGGING, & SPRINTING: The Differences & How to Use Them in Your Training
The differences between walking, jogging, and sprinting are, in all reality, very minimal. They can mainly be chalked up to differences in speed. So how do you choose which is right for you? The best approach is to choose whichever method of movement allows you to exercise at a moderate intensity for the duration of a workout.

NEW YEAR, SAME YOU? REVISITING RESOLUTIONS
Every year, Americans make New Year’s resolutions to improve their lives but 80% fail to keep those resolutions by February. Today is January 24th. Is it time you should begin revisiting resolutions? How can you make sure you don’t fall into that 80%?

30-MINUTE WORKOUTS: HOW LONG IS ENOUGH?
When it come to weight loss and burning fat, workouts can be short when done with proper form and focus on efficiency. The key to any 30 minute workout is simplicity. With that in mind, here are some 30 minute workouts that is bound to get the blood pumping and sweat going.

NEW YEAR, NEW FITNESS APPS
With the new year in full swing, many people are off to a fresh start with their healthy resolutions! Whether it be losing a few pounds, getting started in a new fitness routine, or wanting to be healthier in general, there are so many different ways to accomplish this! It may be overwhelming at first to know where to start.

WHAT I EAT BEFORE MY WORKOUTS
There were times where I ate some things that I told myself I would never again before a workout. That’s because I noticed a major decrease in my performance or my stomach just didn’t feel right the whole workout. With that being said, my diet changes depending on my workout. I will also say that just because these things work for me, doesn’t mean that it will work for you.

PROCESS DRIVEN FITNESS:
At Pittsburgh Fitness Project, we chose to focus on the process because it is the strategy that allows for the most long-term success while increasing our fun to success ratio. No matter what the outcome goal is, hitting the goal will not bring us happiness by itself. The magic of goal setting and the pursuit of goals are the lessons and experiences that come along with the pursuit.

PFP BARBELL REVIEW: 2018
From coaching changes, joining East Coast Gold, and holding our first weightlifting meet the gym, the team transformed and was filled with a bunch of firsts in the past year.

FOUR GOALS FOR TRAINING
It’s hard to stay excited when you can’t beat your mile time. Or when you can’t figure out why you can’t do any more full pushups when you get to rep 15. Which is why at Pittsburgh Fitness Project, we approach each session with four goals for training in mind.

GINGER HOT CACAO
This ginger hot cacao version with ground ginger is delicious. And packs the added benefits of ginger with its anti-inflammatory and digestive health effects.

MINDFUL BAKING: NO-FAIL PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES
These cookies are great for all year long, but especially for the holidays since they can easily be doubled (or tripled!). They are no-fuss, use commonly found ingredients, and taste great!

THE MOST COMMON WINTER WORKOUT
This is a workout that somebody has to do at least once if Mother Nature decides to unload a tsunami of snow on us this winter. I’m talking about shoveling snow. I know what you’re thinking, “Wait, shoveling snow can be considered a workout?”. And yes! Yes, it can!

GINGER TEA FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Ginger is among the healthiest spices on the planet. It is loaded with nutrients and bioactive compounds that have powerful benefits for your body and brain. Did your mom ever tell you to drink flat ginger ale or have some ginger tea for an upset stomach? That’s because ginger has been shown to reduce nausea and aid in digestion.

GINGER RECIPE – GINGER ROASTED PARSNIPS
Ginger is a common holiday spice that we rarely think much of. But did you know that ginger has a number of wonderful wellness benefits? Here is a quick, yet delicious recipe for the holidays that combines two “super foods” – ginger and parsnips! We hope you enjoy this ginger roasted parsnips recipe!

STRENGTHENING YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM FOR THE WINTER SEASON
It’s hard to avoid getting ill during this time of year with so many of us indoors and in close quarters, especially around the holidays. Frequent hand washing is the best way to avoid picking up viruses or other “germs” but we can all take other steps to stay healthy this winter. Not to mention, strengthen your immune system!

IT’S RUNNING SEASON - TIME TO GET BACK INTO THE SPRING GROOVE
Many of us continue to run during the winter, but indoor projects and extreme weather conditions sometimes cut into our running groove. Here are some pointers as you get ready for your spring and summer racing season.

THE BIG HALF-MARATHON RACE
It was my half-marathon race week! I was excited to go! I was feeling strong, ready to run.

DIGITAL DETOX FOR THE HOLIDAYS
For the first time in many years, I’ve decided to take 13 days off between Christmas and New Years and not traveling. I’m feeling the need to really scale back my life right now and the holiday time is a perfect time to get back to what is really important to me. To jumpstart my time off, I am starting with a 3-day long digital detox: no social media, no internet, and my phone will be on airplane mode the entire time.

LAST MINUTE SWEET POTATO RECIPES
Are you in need of simple and delicious recipes for Thanksgiving? Do you want a healthy dish but don’t want to sacrifice the flavor? Try out these 2 easy sweet potato recipes! These dishes are full of flavor and yet don’t leave you feeling like you’re missing out on anything. Give these a go for your Thanksgiving table!