Cycling Mechanics & Orthotics

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Kate

An average cyclist can spin their wheels 4,000 to 7,000 times per hour. That’s an average of 22,000 revolutions on a four hour ride. With this amount of repetition, proper cycling biomechanics is crucial for injury maintenance and performance. Proper fit and mechanics can greatly influence the rider and their injury potential. Custom orthotics are a powerful piece of the puzzle when attempting to improve any of these factors. Cyclists on country side road

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Yoga Part 4, The Pineal Gland

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Kate

DO YOU REALLY KNOW WHAT YOGA DOES FOR YOU? – part 4, The Pineal Gland  

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As we were discussing in the previous blog, the pineal gland has been described by the master yogis as the door of perception, the connection we have to the cosmos and our highest consciousness. The pineal also controls all the cells of the body by increasing the cell nucleus projection through its vibration. This relates to tangible effects in increased nerve and muscular strength, and sexual function, and the more intangible effect in our extra sensory perception and electro-magnetic field strength. Recently western scientists have been studying melatonin, which is secreted from the pineal gland. Melatonin regulates our sleep patterns, as well as an agent which opens the mind to perceptions of alternate realities. This research was connected to dreaming, the use of hallucinogenic drugs and altered states of consciousness. Yogis do not use drugs, their experiences come from the natural secretion of melatonin, which is increased by chanting mantras, pranayam breathing, asanas, meditation, and diet. This increase in production of melatonin leads to the state of the neutral, meditative mind, which most westerners associate with the religious experience of an epiphany.

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Hydration: The Fountain of Health

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Kate

waterThe secret to success in the outdoors this summer is not in your gym bag. It is not the stack of weights in the corner of your garage or tucked into the soles of your exercise shoes. It is not on the asphalt, the treadmill or the bike. The secret to your fitness success  this summer is in a tall, clear glass of ice-cold water.

 

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Crafts & Creativity to Drop Pounds

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Kate

Forgo carbs and eat fruits and vegetables. Never take a day off from the gym. Burn more calories than consumed. Mathematically, losing weight is foolproof, but our mentality, emotions and insecurities seem to be the culprits for failed weight loss attempts and even contribute to weight gain. If specific time frames and number goals have been ineffective, discouraging and repetitiously lowering your morale, then it’s time to get creative—by getting creative. As Albert Einstein said, doing the same thing repeatedly and expecting different results is insanity. Yield different results by getting crafty, creative and colorful with the following weight loss ideas:

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Yoga – Not Your Everyday Cross Training

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Kate

Pack up the skis and snowboard for the summer and pull out the yoga mat – it’s time for cycling season!

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That’s right, as Aspen prepares for one of the most anticipated cycling seasons in its history with the Aspen Cycling Fest just around the corner and the USA Pro Challenge Race kicking off the first and the second stage of the race in August, cyclists in the Aspen area are stepping up their game and improving their cross-training with perhaps the least expected form of exercise of all; yoga.

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Becoming a Personal Trainer – What You Need to Know

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Kate

If you’re an active person who wants to help others with your passion for health, maybe it’s time to consider becoming a personal trainer. The following steps will give you an idea of how it all works.

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The Labor of Statistics reports that there’ll be a 24 percent growth in personal training-related jobs, so strike while the iron is hot, the market is good, and you have the necessary means to grow your new business.


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Michael Fox response to future Aspen Club

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Kate
Fox Facts
There’s a good chance you are wondering what the future holds for the Aspen Club during the upcoming remodel.  We have complied a list of commonly asked questions and hope that these will help to answer your questions as well. Fox Facts can also be found monthly in our enewsletters (Sign up on our Homepage to receive Aspen Club eNewsletters and other emails) and any questions, suggestions, or feedback you have may be submitted at any time. Continue reading →
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Immune-Boosting Massage

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Kate

Pack Your Bags with an Immune-Boosting Massage

 If this spring finds you globe-trotting, you’ll want to include a pre-departure massage. Travel can put you in “immunity-challenging” spaces: bustling airports and train stations, shared seats, and other germ magnets. And spending time in other countries can introduce you to intestinal parasites, viruses and disease, and different foods and sleeping quarters. You want your immune system to be prepared. Massage can help!

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Meatless Mondays!

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Kate

What is Meatless Monday?  MeatlessMondayHeader-4

By Dawn Shepard

Meatless Monday is a national nonprofit public health initiative founded by the Mondays Campaign and the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. By eating vegetarian one day each week, meat consumption can be reduced by15%, improving both our personal health and the health of the planet.  Going meatless once a week may reduce your risk of chronic preventable conditions like cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity. It can also help reduce your carbon footprint and save precious resources like fresh water and fossil fuel.

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Understanding Metabolism

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Kate

Understanding the Role of Metabolism in Weight Loss and Body Management

When it comes to exercise and weight-loss there are more theories out there than stars in the heavens.  As warm weather approaches these theories seep out of the woodwork in the form of books, exercise tapes and philosophies – all for sale. Currently on the market are the no-fat-diet, the low-fat diet, the no-carbs diet, Atkins and Paleo, Weight Watchers and of course virtually every washed up celebrity has a diet out there he or she swears by.  However, regardless of these fads, weight-loss and healthy exercise come down to a few basic facts.

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Weight loss depends in large part on one’s metabolism. Metabolism is, according to the Mayo Clinic, “the process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy.” Every person’s metabolism is different, and is not a static rate. Age, weight, sex and body composition all play a role in one’s metabolism. Larger bodies burn more calories, men tend to be leaner and as one ages muscle decreases, and fat increases, affecting calorie-burning rates. Likewise digestion and physical activity play a role in every individual’s metabolic rate.

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