Time Management in the Time of COVID
In any situation, good or bad, an opportunity-focused mindset will allow you to look for the lessons, the opportunities or the upside that lies within. While the Covid pandemic has been challenging for some and even devastating for others—we encourage you all to think about the positive ways in which this experience has affected your life […]
Fab 4 Fitness Moves – We’ve Got Your Back
Your back is involved in almost every activity you do. Working your back is essential for spinal health, prevents back pain, and can even help you breathe more effectively. Try our Fab 4 Workout and see. Use these Fab 4 Moves in the Workout: Single arm rows x10 Reverse flys x12 Weighted superman pull-downs x10 Upright rows x12 […]
Goes Down Quick and Smooth…That’s the Problem
If you feel you have been picking up some extra pounds through this pandemic or hit a plateau in your weight loss efforts, you are not alone. We have heard from a lot of you that this time at home, and the increased stress of this situation has led to more drinking and more snacking. So, […]
Fab 4 Fitness Friday – Core Blast!
It’s all about the core! Core work will strengthen your pelvis, low back, hips and abdomen. Why is that important? Being strong in those areas helps promote stability, balance, and protects you from injury. An added benefit to core work is that it doesn’t require a single piece of equipment to do. Try our Fab […]
Move More, Sit Less.
How do we fight the threat of our chairs? The answer is to get up and move.
Fab 4 Fitness Moves Friday – Squat it Out!
Ever wonder how Beyoncé gained her assets? She probably did a few squats.The benefits of squats are many, but they crush calories, improve core strength, and you don’t need equipment to do any.Squats are a compound movement – one that hits several major muscle groups at a time – which means they are a fantastic […]
When, Why & How Your Fitness Should Evolve
Here at Empower Personalized Fitness, we help people and communities lead stronger, healthier, and happier lives through personalized fitness plans. Fitness is a journey and therefore it must evolve. People, and most everything else in life, are always changing; your workouts should too. Let’s explore when, why, and how your fitness plan should change. See what […]
Is Your Fitness Plan Working?
Got Workout Plans? Is your workout plan progressing you towards your health and fitness goals? Is it enjoyable? Empower Personalized Fitness is a boutique fitness studio in Durham, North Carolina. We help people and communities lead stronger, healthier, happier lives through personalized health and wellness programs. We are here to tell you if your workout […]
Make Exercising Personalized
Happy New Year from Empower Personalized Fitness! It’s that time of year where we start to get flooded with questions from people with concerns about their fitness plans. “My (lack of) fitness plan just isn’t working anymore!” Or, “What’s the best workout for me?” In our nearly thirty years in the fitness industry, the have […]
Client Spotlight – Bill Boulding
This week we feature Bill Boulding. When he’s not off jet setting the world, he zooms into the studio and always works hard no matter how tired or what time zone feels like he’s in. He’s definitely an All-Star client and lots of fun to work with. Bill trains with Amanda Fontaine. His Profession: Dean […]