Nobody but you even notices — much less cares — what the number is on your dumbbells, or kettlebells, or medicine ball ... Here’s something I’ve learned, weight training in AbsoluteFIT: “Heavy” is relative. And not just from person to person — i.e. what you can lift easily, I struggle with — but for the... Continue Reading →
Summer’s Coming! Let’s Get Ready!
Ahh, spring — if winter comes, can you be far behind? The other day, I overheard someone at AVAC® say, “Summer bodies are made in the winter!” Now, I am of the firm and unshakeable opinion that EVERY body is a “beach body” — I can’t stand the idea of shaming the imperfect ones. That’s... Continue Reading →
How Basim Changed His Life at AVAC®
Basim was overweight and pre-diabetic for 20 years when he finally decided to seek help from John Kensit, Certified Personal Trainer at Almaden Valley Athletic Club®. Click HERE for more information about working out with John Kensit, Personal Trainer.
Welcome, One and All!
It’s a new year, y’all, and you know what that means? It’s time to get cracking on those fitness goals — because no matter where you are on your fitness journey, you’re welcome at AbsoluteFIT.
We Wish You a Merry Fitmas, and Some AbsoluteFIT!
No time like the present(s) to start, restart, or maintain fitness with AbsoluteFIT! Looking for that perfect last-minute gift? Well, look no farther, because one of the very best gifts you can give your loved ones (and, in a different way, your enemies, frenemies, and any haters you’ve managed to collect) is the gift of... Continue Reading →
Delta Kappa Gamma’s Newest Member
Mary Ann Smith, AVAC’s Wellness Director and Senior Fitness Trainer, was recently honored with an induction into the educator sorority Delta Kappa Gamma – promoting professional and personal growth and excellent in education. Delta Kappa Gamma endows scholarships for graduate study and informs its members of current economic, social, political and educational issues to participate... Continue Reading →
Re-building a Better Body
AVAC® Member Claire was involved in a serious car accident that required 2 1/2 years of physical therapy along with 2 surgeries. She's doing great now! Learn what Claire did to regain her strength and endurance... Want to work with Marcy too? Click HERE for info!
The Perfect Sport for Middle-Aged Adults
Sure, pickleball is FUN (obviously!) but according to a recent article published in Recreation Management, it's an ideal sport for middle-aged adults. Here's why... The research involved recruiting 15 middle-aged to older men and women (40 to 85 years of age). To quantify the acute cardiovascular and metabolic responses to pickleball, participants wore a... Continue Reading →
AbsoluteFIT Friends: Meet Steven!
Fitness is a journey the whole family can take together! You know what’s a good attribute for AbsoluteFIT? Being a good sport — and today’s AbsoluteFIT friend is one of the best. Steven is a super-consistent regular in the studio, often with his wife, Doris; it’s a rare morning workout that doesn’t have one or both... Continue Reading →