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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 →
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 →
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 →
AVAC's Senior Wellness Program is designed to help members develop & maintain total fitness of mind, body & spirit. Our mission is to provide exceptional care to all members & guests, in an inclusive environment that supports personal & social well-being. One of the ways we foster this mission is by gathering at local venues to celebrate special... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
AbsoluteFIT is not the Fountain of Youth — but it’s at least a tincture or an infusion. As is often the case in the fall and winter, I’ve been thinking lately about the passage of time — getting older, and specifically, what I can do to stay strong and healthy as long as possible. Now,... Continue Reading →
AbsoluteFIT isn’t a destination, it’s a journey — and you only have to do one step at a time.
AbsoluteFIT is a key part of Michelle’s fitness routine. One of the best features of AbsoluteFIT is the people you meet in the studio. Michelle is a consistent regular in AbsoluteFIT workouts, and a welcoming, friendly face whom you can count on to challenge you as you do your thing; here, she shares some thoughts... Continue Reading →
