The Functional Training Alternative
Functional training is now a popular alternative – or fun addition – to traditional weight training methods. Generally, functional training refers to performing complex multi-joint movements often utilizing non-standard gym equipment like kettle weights, balls, wobble boards, elastic tethers, heavy ropes, TRX cables, and more. The Many Benefits of Functional Training Functional training is designed to improve overall athleticism, including endurance, … Read More
5 Ways to Increase Metabolism
Your metabolism is how fast you process and burn calories. With a high metabolism, you can eat more and not gain weight! But raising your metabolism and keeping it elevated usually require considerable effort. Luckily, there are ways to hack into the metabolic system. When combined with a healthy lifestyle, these tips will help you quickly lose weight and also … Read More
Walking Your Dog is Good Exercise
Having a dog can be like having a personal trainer. Well—one who can’t talk or show you how to do a reverse dumbbell fly on a stability ball. But they are motivating! According to a 2008 study published in the American Journal of Public Health, dog owners—only 23 percent of whom take their canines for a stroll at least five … Read More
You Need Water to Lose Weight
Everyone knows water is important for general health. But not as many realize how integral getting enough quality H2O is to a successful weight loss plan. In fact, there are many ways that proper hydration can help you lose weight. Here are just a few! By drinking water, you will: Burn more fat & Reduce rapid weight change: First … Read More
Don’t Worry, Dumbbells Are Still Smart
Any fitness newcomer might wonder if old-fashioned dumbbell routines, the type once marketed to scrawny beach goers, might no longer be so smart. This is especially true given the rise of cutting-edge exercise equipment, from TRX cables to digital fitness tools. The reality is, dumbbell routines remain among the very best full-body workouts available for all fitness levels. One great … Read More
Your Spring Fitness Renewal
Spring is the perfect time to toss out anything that’s been preventing you from reaching your fitness goals. Remember, fitness targets should always be just beyond your current reach and your overall program should never become rote or stale. If you’ve been completing the same routines since New Year’s, it’s definitely time to start from scratch. Here are a few … Read More
Get Your Workouts Back On Track
Now that spring is upon us, it’s time to recommit to maintaining a regular, uninterrupted workout regimen. Consistency, after all, is the key to good health. Still, we all know life sometimes interferes. You might get sick, take a vacation, or just give up on your health kick for a while. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get yourself right … Read More
Start Your Off-Season Off Right
With everyone’s season starting to wind down and most playoffs just finishing up, it’s time to start thinking about off-season hockey training plans. By Conor Doherty Having a plan in place is the first thing to consider when mapping out your off-season. Of course, you also need to commit to a plan you can realistically follow! This is probably the … Read More
Want to Stay Active this Winter? Try Skating!
If the idea of getting all your cardio from treadmills and stationary bikes throughout the long Canadian winter feels a bit like jail time, don’t worry. There are plenty of great seasonal cardio activities done outside a gym, and skating is one of the very best. There are other winter cardio options, of course, like snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, public pools, … Read More
2014 Resolutions Check-Up
Every New Year, “Get Fit” and “Lose Weight” are among the most common resolutions. Unfortunately, resolutions themselves are often viewed as only delightful delusions. But, despite this pervasive defeatism, research data demonstrates clear value in resolution making. The Facts On Resolutions The first bit of encouraging news is that New Year’s resolutions remain relatively common, with %45 of North Americans … Read More
Top-10 New Year’s Fitness Tips for 2014
It’s the start of a new year, which means it’s time to assess your fitness successes of the last twelve months and make any changes needed to ensure even greater improvement in 2014! To provide a solid head start, here is a review of the Top-10 best Karp fitness tips of last year. 10) Avoid Workout Ruts: Without changing workouts … Read More
Karp Fitness Gift Guide 2013
One wonderful aspect of the fitness and rehabilitation industry is that it never remains static for long. This means that each year brings another batch of groundbreaking and innovative gifts to buy for all your fitness or rehab focused loved ones. The 2013 line-up is just as refreshingly cutting-edge as ever. In case you missed it on GlobalTV , and in … Read More
Digital Fitness Tools
Workout tapes and spring-loaded novelty gadgets are in the past, while digital fitness tools are taking over in their place. So far, three main product offerings are leading the charge. 1. Interactive Fitness Games The first true breakthrough in fitness gaming came in 2008 with the introduction of Wii Fit, which has since sold over 20 million copies and spawned … Read More
Are You as Fit as You Think?
So you think you’re pretty fit, huh? These suggestions should reveal if you’re right, or if you’ve neglected one of the three core areas of fitness: strength, flexibility, and cardio. Maybe you’ve trained independently for years without a basis for comparison, or you could be a hobbyist lifter, dancer, or runner wondering how your fitness compares outside your comfort zone. … Read More