Fit Bits

Today's topic is going to discuss one of the most booming fitness trends of 2015 and that's Fitbits. I love the new fitness trend of wearable technology like fitbits! This is a trend that has been introduced to me just this semester. Ever since I've been in the PAFM track I have become more and more interested in the aspect of fitness. I think it is mind blowing that the fitbits are capable of so much and can really take your fitness to a whole new level if you utilize it. Features of a fitbit include heart rate monitor, sleep tracker, step counter, and many more. If you don't already go make an investment that will lead to a brighter future and healthy fit lifestyle. 

The Top Fitness Trend, Body Weight Training

Today's topic will focus on the fitness trend that is booming and peaking for the 2015 year. Breaking at the top spot of every list, even the American College of Sports medicine, is body weight training. First of all, what is body weight training? Body wight training is using your own body weight as the sole form of resistance for a workout. These Exercises do not use any free weights or any other type of machine or equipment. Body weight exercise is an economical and time saving option because the task be done anywhere. There are many benefits to body weight training such as but are not limited to: Its an efficient workout, can combine cardio and strength training, you can burn fat fast, at any fitness level it can be made challenging. Types of body weight exercises you could use to get you started is body squats, tuck jumps, regular/plyo push-ups, burpies, etc. After reading this blog I hope that this will encourage you to utilize body weight training in your workout routine.

Road to Glory

Today's Topic is "Road to Glory". Saturday was an exiting day for not only the Slippery Rock football team but to be a member of the Slippery Rock family: the student body, faculty and Community. Saturday we got the news that Slippery Rock eared the No. 2 seed in the Division ll region 1 national playoffs. This meaning the Rock will be the host site for not only one but potentially four games in pursuit of a national championship. The Road to this very achievable goal starts Saturday with a home game with Virginia Union University.

Crunch Time

Today’s topic is “Crunch Time”. There are about 4/5 weeks left in the semester. Shits getting real. Got the demands of academics and of football is getting heavier and heavier. My agenda is basically a Tech-Pete to-do list. Football has now transitioned from regular season play to post season play. Every game is a must win. Which means that the preparation for the games has become more and more intense? To me I’ve got one option both academically and on the field and that’s , get-her done!