Fitness
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…
Read MorePFP BARBELL REVIEW: 2018
In our first post of the new year I wanted to take a look back and review the year we had at PFP Barbell. We went through a lot of growth and changes last year. From coaching changes, joining East Coast Gold, and holding our first weightlifting meet the gym, the team transformed and was…
Read MoreFour Goals for Training
When we start as weightlifters, Personal Records can be a weekly or daily occurrence. However, once the PR Party stops we must work harder to stay interested and engaged as athletes. The same can be said for any kind of fitness training. It’s hard to stay excited when you can’t beat your mile time. Or…
Read MoreThree Sizes Down
PFP is proud to share a weight loss story from our own gym member Phil. Weight loss journeys are often portrayed as incredible feats. We as a society tend to focus on the outcome of such journeys – like being three sizes down. But those going through them know all too well it isn’t an…
Read MoreThe Most Common Winter Workout
We’ve been lucky so far. But who knows? Maybe by the time you read this article you or someone you know will have to partake in this 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.…
Read MoreStrengthening your Immune System for the Winter Season
Strengthening your immune system. Winter is almost officially here! We’ve had some snow. Holiday decorations are up. And the “sick” season has set in. 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…
Read MoreThe Big Half-Marathon Race
It was my half-marathon race week! I was excited to go! I was feeling strong, ready to run.
Read MoreHalf-Marathon Training: The Week Before the Race
Half-marathon training. I’ve been running for about 40 years now. Long-term wear and tear led me to an altered gait. Which in turn led to lots of pain when running. Our PFP running coach, Jake Boyer, managed to correct my gait. My personal trainer and gym co-owner, Tom Duer, gave me exercises to strengthen my…
Read MoreTips to Get Through the Holidays: Part Two
A few weeks ago, we began discussing tips to help you have a fitter holiday season. And today, I want to add to them! It’s really easy to get off track during this time of year. You’re eating rich food you don’t normally have that have a high amount of calories. And family sometimes guilt…
Read MoreHalf-Marathon Training: Week of Oct 29th
Half-marathon training. I’ve been running for about 40 years now. Long-term wear and tear led me to an altered gait. Which in turn led to lots of pain when running. Our PFP running coach, Jake Boyer, managed to correct my gait. My personal trainer and gym co-owner, Tom Duer, gave me exercises to strengthen my…
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