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GET ON TOP!

Posted Sun, 07/31/2011 - 10:19 by ShannonW

Being on top of things may seem daunting, but the best way to be on top is to dive right in!

When you're starting something new, like joining the gym and trying to get into shape, try tracking your journey. One thing we do to help you start your program is our free fitness assessments. With an assessment we set your goals and track your progress.

Another great tool we offer at Luna Fitness of Tempe is our online nutrition program. Our program is designed specifically to you using your goals, weight, height, gender, and age.

Fat Burning, Quick and Dirty Weight Training Circuit :-)

Posted Fri, 07/29/2011 - 06:36 by ShannonW

Hey Ladies!
August is upon us. Are you in a rut? Oftentimes when I train clients and we are on a program, every three to four weeks before I alter their programs I have them perform a total body weight training circuit with no rest between exercises. This shakes up the body, upping testosterone levels and burns fat for the rest of the day. I challenge you to do the following:

**10 Repetitions of All - Make sure you are using weights that burn those muscle groups by the time you reach rep. 10. You will need to prepare a little by loading the bars and setting up the circuit.

Common Misconceptions About Weight Training: Here's The Lowdown!

Posted Fri, 07/22/2011 - 07:33 by ShannonW

As a personal trainer, I often get this question: "But won't weight training make me bulky? I don't want to get big!" Many women refuse to consider strength training as an exercise option, believing that only training methods traditionally associated with women (yoga, Pilates, aerobics) will help them lose the weight and get that lean, feminine physique. First of all, let me just say there’s nothing wrong with the aforementioned three, but adding free weight training can produce absolutely amazing results!

Wanna Love Your Legs, Shape Your Body and Lose Fat? Come to Power Barbell!

Posted Wed, 07/13/2011 - 13:26 by ShannonW

Happy Valentine's Day - Love Yourself :-)

Posted Mon, 02/14/2011 - 13:59 by ShannonW

This past weekend and Valentines Day, today, can have a significant effect on our feelings and behavior, whether we admit it or not. Do we all feel loved at all times? Sadly, no, we do not. At the same time, we don't feel like loving others at times. When I say this, I am speaking from experience!

So whatever your feelings about Valentine's Day, I think it's important to remember that before anyone or anything else, we need to love ourselves. I know that sounds selfish and I used to believe that it was, but the above statement is true.

Power Barbell: There Is No Substitute. HA! And a few thoughts . . .

Posted Thu, 01/06/2011 - 13:12 by ShannonW

Hey Ladies! Looking to transform your body in 2011? Weight training is the key! Consider coming to my Power Barbell class tonight and every Thursday at 5:30. We will lift weights together as a group to some great modern and "oldie" music, with little rest. The result? Your testosterone levels will increase, creating a kick butt after burn effect that you can take to bed with you!

Happy 2011! Get Ready For A New Body Transformation Contest At Luna! And A Few Thoughts . . .

Posted Sat, 01/01/2011 - 12:55 by ShannonW

We are excited to announce that on 1-11-11, we are launching a new weight loss challenge! Here's how it works: Whoever loses the most percentage of weight by April 5, 2011, wins a FREE 5-DAY 4 NIGHT Cruise for two and $1000 CASH! There will also be prizes for 2nd and 3rd place. More details to come on that :-).

Give the Gift of Health and Wellness - And a Few Thoughts . . .

Posted Sat, 12/18/2010 - 10:18 by ShannonW

We hope you are having a stress-free, healthy, holiday season. As Christmas week descends upon us, Luna has an excellent special for that woman who has everything!

Getting Past the Obstacles In Hiring A Personal Trainer

Posted Wed, 09/22/2010 - 08:05 by ShannonW

You've been coming to the gym religiously, going to fitness classes, doing cardio. You may even be weight training on your own. Yet you haven't seen the results you'd like. Or maybe you're bored. Maybe you need to "change things up." That's when you need a trainer!

Get Out of Your Funk and Get Rid of the 'Junk in Your Trunk!'

Posted Mon, 08/16/2010 - 07:37 by ShannonW

In the past I have blogged about my family's relocation from the Midwest to Phoenix. This being our first summer, Phoenix summers remind me of South Dakota winters. We tend to stay inside our homes for obvious reasons: South Dakota winters are bitterly cold and Phoenix summers are dangerously hot! The result is that we tend to fall into a "funk" and stray from exercise. I am speaking from experience! I recently fell into a funk. Here is how I got myself out of it:

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