EMOM Workout by Jess
EMOM (Every Minute on the Minute) workout programs are effective and efficient. They can be modified to meet your fitness level, and help reach your training goals. Join Empower Personalized Fitness co-owner Jessica Bottesch for a quick interval training workout. Learn what EMOM is, and why you can incorporate this style of training into your workouts HERE. Check back in […]
Client Spotlight – Wendy McColskey
This picture was taken in France (notice the red clay) in 2015. I was playing for the U.S. on the National Women’s 60s Tennis Team against other countries. We won! It was a great experience. Training with Nestor at Empower definitely contributed to my fitness, quickness, and strength. It gave me an advantage especially […]
EMPOWER’s Business Culture and Our Commitment to Our Values
Cont’d from our email . . . Integrity – We always speak honestly and stay true to what we promise. Trust is an integral part of our team dynamic and we strive to earn and develop long-lasting mutually beneficial relationships. We will admit to making mistakes and continually learn from them. Commitment – […]
The Empower Team’s Favorite Fall Go-To Meals
Jessica: Breakfast: Fried egg with rosemary-roasted potatoes 1 1/2 pounds small red-skinned potatoes 1/8 cup virgin olive oil 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoons minced garlic (3 cloves) 2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary leaves Instructions: Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees. Cut the potatoes in half or quarters; toss the […]
Member Monday – Laney McPhaul
Laney is a Sales Manager for a large IT firm. She manages employees who provide sales support to Fortune 500 companies in the NYC Metro area. Her favorite exercises she says are: “12 ounce curls” – Ha! Really she likes squats and having fun on the slide board. She’s been at Empower for about […]
Member Monday – Anna Louise Reynolds
Words from one of our most fierce and fabulous clients – Anna Louise: “What’s on offer at EMPOWER these days? Everything you need to develop a healthy body, a sound mind, and a joyful carefree spirit—–That’s what! Skilled and friendly trainers who challenge each of their clients with personalized, targeted workouts designed […]
Member Monday – Ahmad Adi
MEMBER MONDAY: Each week we feature an exceptional client that exudes Living the Life They Envision. This week we feature Ahmad Adi. His profession: He’s a resident physician at Duke Hospitals – currently finishing his training to become a psychiatrist. He is also interested in public health issues surrounding mental health, […]
Member Monday – Madison Rootenberg
MEMBER MONDAY: Each week we feature an exceptional client that exudes Living the Life they Envision. This week we feature Madison Rootenberg. Words from Madison: “Hi my name is Madison and I run Everyday Magic with my best friend, an intentional lifestyle store in downtown Durham! My passion is animals, I am a rescue and […]
Member Monday: Dr. Gene Oddone
Each week we are featuring an exceptional client that exudes Living the Life they Envision. This week we feature Eugene Oddone, AKA (Iron Man- as referred to by his trainer Amanda Fontaine). Profession: He’s a general internist. He takes care of patients and teaches Duke residents and students at the Durham VA, and has […]
Words to Live By . . .
Someone once told me, “Peter, don’t let the perfect be the enemy to the good.” I’ve applied that idea to many areas of my life, but it wasn’t until my older sister had a heart attack at age 47, that I woke up and decided to stop letting the pursuit of fitness perfection be the […]