Building consistent fitness training into your daily life does not guarantee results–because there are several factors that also come into play (i.e. the kind training you’re doing, nutrition, mental thought life, etc.)–but it will better position you for success. At Actualize Sports & Fitness, we are huge believers in progressively implementing sustainable, maintainable, lifestyle-oriented habits over time …
Our approach to nutrition at Actualize Sports & Fitness is different than what most training facilities, diet schemes and magic pills pitch. We would rather our clients actualize slower, sustainable, manageable, lifestyle-oriented results over time than rapid losses or gains that ultimately lead to “falling off the wagon.” When we put ourselves on something (i.e. …
Part of actualizing our purpose in potential is making our fitness, health, nutrition–everything!–sustainable and lifestyle oriented. We love how author and thought leader, Michael Hyatt, encourages the pursuit of excellence in a balanced, holistic manner. Check out this great article about creating “wow” experiences out of your weekend. He shares: “What makes a great weekend? If you’re …
Good stress, bad stress. [Infographic] Here’s how to find your stress sweet spot. By Krista Scott-Dixon and Brian St. Pierre The same exact stressors — job pressure, kids, money, and, yes, an intense exercise and eating regimen — can energize and inspire you or sap your will and your mojo. Reaching your potential is about finding your …
Josh Krause (Wenatchee Community College Baseball), Colton Dyal (Wenatchee HS Baseball & Football) & Austin Blakney (Wenatchee HS Football & Golf) conducting the Band-Resisted Heiden w/External Rotation to develop power, absorption & deceleration. At Actualize Fitness we love using the variable loads of bands. Here is an article from one of our mentors, Eric Cressey, …
I can’t underscore the importance of In-Season Training. Where Off-Season Training prepares for the athletic season, the purpose of In-Season Training is to maintain the gains actualized in strength, performance, functionality and body composition during the Off-Season at least, and improve these things at best–while reducing the likelihood of injury. The problem is many athletes and …