Here is My-FIT-24's breakdown of the different types exercise that create a healthy 360 degree fitness lifestyle...

METABOLIC (interval) TRAINING:

This is completed through a combination of short bouts of high intensity work (80-100% effort) followed by an approximately equal bout of forced rest (actively attempting to recover as quickly as possible).  A wide variety of weight loaded and body weight exercises can be performed using this technique.  My-FIT-24 offers many metabolic classes that teach YOU how to accomplish this safely and effectively.

Metabolic Training benefits:

  •  Improved cardiovascular capacity:  Anaerobic exercise, such as metabolic training, can increase in V02 max beyond that experienced by exercisers following an aerobic program.

  • Improved hormonal profile: Several studies have proven that hormones promoting “lipolysis” (the technical term for fat loss) increase as a results of high intensity strength training.  Metabolic training is debatably the best type of  training to elicit the most powerful hormonal response.

  • Serious calorie burn:  An average calorie burn during a metabolic workout is easily around 400 calories for a 30 minute workout.  This is great but the real AWESOME detail is that this workout increases metabolic rate from anywhere between 10% to 25% for up to 48 hours, with some studies showing an increase in metabolic rate for up to even 72 hours. This equates to hundreds of extra calories, which over the course of a few workouts can become significant.

  • Get used to the "afterburn effect" Metabolic Training "Shocks YOUR body" creating an oxygen debt (i.e. excess post-exercise oxygen consumption), and causing muscle damage (in a good way), which the body needs to repair to become fitter and stronger. This extra repair to get your body back to homeostasis requires a lot of extra energy, it’s just difficult for researchers to measure perfectly, especially after exercise. 

  • Get this at My-FIT-24 with our Metabolic Classes (Unlimited with any membership).

STRENGTH TRAINING:

A specialized form of conditioning that is used to increase one's ability to produce or resist force.

How strength training helps YOU: 

  • Develop strong bones. By stressing your bones, strength training increases bone density and reduces the risk of osteoporosis.

  • FAT Loss. As you gain muscle, your body begins to burn more calories to support them. The more toned your muscles, the easier it is to burn fat.

  • Boost your stamina. As you get stronger, you won't fatigue as easily. Building muscle also contributes to better balance, which can help you maintain independence as you age.

  • Manage chronic conditions. Strength training can reduce the signs and symptoms of many chronic conditions, including back pain, arthritis, obesity, heart disease and diabetes.

  • Sharpen your focus. Some research suggests that regular strength training helps improve attention for older adults.

  • Get this at My-FIT-24 with with a Coaching Membership.  Let the Coaches at My-FIT-24 create a program based on YOUR goals.  (By appointment only).  

STEADY STATE CARDIO TRAINING (SSC):

Defined as low intensity exercise at a sustainable and steady pace.   SSC depends primarily on the aerobic energy system.  Aerobic refers to the use of oxygen to adequately meet energy demands during exercise via aerobic metabolism.  Generally, light-to-moderate intensity activities that are sufficiently supported by aerobic metabolism can be performed for extended periods of time.  SSC includes; jogging, biking, walking, hiking, swimming, anything that can be completed at a steady rate over time.

How SSC Training helps YOU:

  • Improved Cardiovascular and Respiratory Function. Improve YOUR heart health and breathing ability....enough said!

  • Improved mental health. Includes reducing stress and lowering the incidence of depression, as well as increased cognitive capacity.

  • Stimulates bone growth. Lowers YOUR risk of osteoporosis and other diseases of the bone.

  • Enhances recovery speed.  SSC, completed in moderation, can be a great way to actively recover from all types of exercise.

  • Get this at My-FIT-24 with with a Coaching Membership.  Let the Coaches at My-FIT-24 create a program based on YOUR goals.  (By appointment only).  

FLEXIBILITY TRAINING:

Training to improve or maintain the range of motion in a joint or group of joints, or, the ability to move joints effectively.

How Flexibility Training helps YOU:

  • Better Posture. Feel better, look better, win, win!!!

  • Decreased muscle tension and soreness. Speed up recovery and reduce pain.

  • Reduced risk of injury. By training the muscles, ligaments, and tendons, to be flexible, we teach the body how to better respond and rebound.

  • Relaxation for the body and mind.  aka: Less stress all over :)

  • Get this at My-FIT-24 with with a Coaching Membership.  Let the Coaches at My-FIT-24 create a program based on YOUR goals.  (By appointment only).