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ASK A TRAINER...
Will weight training
make me “bulk up?”
We have had many
clients (mainly
women) in the past
that are reluctant
to weight train
because they don’t
want to bulk up or
look like a body
builder. This is a
common
misconception.
Hormone levels in
women, such as
testosterone, are
not high enough to
gain large amounts
of muscle. Even with
men, whose
testosterone levels
are much higher, it
can be a difficult
process to increase
large amounts of
muscle mass.
It is true that you
will gain muscle
when you strength
train, but it takes
years of a very
strict diet and a
specially designed
workout regimen to
look like a body
builder, and many
body builders (even
women) frequently
use anabolic
steroids.
Incorporating
strength training
into your fitness
routine will not
only increase lean
muscle and bone
density, but will
also increase your
metabolism, helping
you burn more
calories. When your
body gains lean
muscle and bone
density, you are
more likely to
prevent injury both
inside and out of
the gym. With a
higher metabolism,
you’re burning more
calories during your
daily activities,
which promotes
weight loss.
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Leslea
Nelson Fitness Director
“My focus is to help the ‘Baby Boomer’
generation obtain their goals. Whether you have a shoulder injury,
osteoporosis or extra pounds to lose, my creative and motivational
routines will push you to your limit.”
BS in Kinesiology; Minor in Health and
Wellness, Washington State University; 5 years training experience
Austin Cook
“Through proper goal setting and motivation,
exercise will become more than 60 minutes at the gym; it becomes an attitude
that affects every aspect of your life.”
BS in Fitness & Exercise Science with a
Pre-Physical Therapy emphasis, WWU; 8 years experience
Vonne Noe
“As a personal trainer, my objective is to
give you the knowledge and necessary tools to live a healthy lifestyle. I
will help you understand how exercise and diet can greatly improve your
overall quality of life. Consistency will be required of you to maximize
your success. I will be there to encourage you every step of the way.”
MS in Exercise and Sports Science,
University of Oregon; BS in Exercise Science, Emphasis in Pre-Physical
Therapy, OSU; 15 years at Olympic
Athletic Club
Marta Bednarczyk
“I can’t stress the importance of strength
training for improving performance, self confidence and one’s quality of
life. My main goal is to create effective exercise routines that compliment
an individual’s hectic lifestyle. With my help you will improve your overall
fitness, sports performance and self image.”
MS in Fitness and Exercise Science from
Western Washington University, ACSM certified, 3 years training experience
Brian Leoncini
“One of the biggest challenges of starting
an exercise program is staying motivated. My exciting, challenging workouts
will put fun back into your workouts while reaching your fitness goals.”
Personal Fitness Trainer, BS Health &
Science from Colorado State University with an emphasis in cardiac
rehabilitation; 3 years experience
Reagan Hooton
“My mission is to educate and motivate! I
will create an individualized program that will help you gain strength,
develop better body awareness, prevent and/or recover from injuries,
increase health & wellness and enhance performance.”
Personal Fitness Trainer, BS Exercise
Science & Wellness, Bastyr University; NCSA Certified; Licensed Massage
Practitioner; 7 years experience
Julie Johnson
“Feeling stiff, worn down and unmotivated
should not be the description of how your day is going. We all have hectic
schedules and different exercise needs; therefore, my unique workouts will
enhance your day and compliment your fitness level. Let me encourage you to
feel good about your body, soul and spirit.”
Personal Fitness Trainer, BHK in Human
Kinetics and Recreation; BA in Communications, Trinity Western University,
BC Canada
Cliff Lee Cliff is a
veteran instructor and is now offering many programs at OAC. More
information coming soon.
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