Kettlebellin’

September 14, 2015September 14, 2015Leave a comment

I’ve rekindled with an old flame: kettlebells. Aren’t they pretty?!

Made of iron or steel, kettlebells are (literally) full of potential for anyone, from professional athletes to first-time exercisers who are looking to gain strength and burn fat. Kettlebells combine the benefits of heart-pumping cardio endurance with weight-lifting in a dynamic, full-body workout. It’s like fusing a killer spin class or an energized run with intense strength-training session. Instead of choosing cardio or weight-training, kettlebells are a double whammy.

Kettlebell training builds muscle, increases endurance, strengthens balance, burns fat, and, in-turn, boosts metabolism too! Another added bonus is that kettlebells can be incorporated into your existing routine or utilized as the primary workout, in which case, it only takes about 20-30 minutes to reach exhaustion and reap the benefits. There have been many times where I’ve only had 10-15 minutes to spare and I turn to kettlebells for a quick full-body burn. Although they can be used to target certain muscle groups and body parts, pretty much all kettlebell exercises engage and strengthen the core. Due to the handle, the center of gravity of the weight is constantly changing, teaching your body to adapt by turning on a range of muscles.

There is definitely a technique to training with kettlebells and proper form is highly important to prevent injury and maximize effectiveness. I would suggest taking a class or consulting an expert if you’ve never used a kettlebell or aren’t confident you have it down. Fortunately, the Hamptons has some great kettlebell experts. Try a Kettlebell class at Sag Harbor Gym with Sara (pictured above) and/or a class at Truth Training in East Hampton. You’ll get a kick-ass workout and eventually, you’ll learn to love yourself some kettlebells too! Once you’ve got your form down, you may just want to invest in one of these bad boys for yourself.

Sara explains: kettlebells can be used as a full body integrative movement, strength isolation, cardio drill, or all of the above. I’ve kept a kettlebelll in my workout routine for years and with all of the types of exercise equipment out there, kettlebells remain my favorite. The range of resistance, exercises, and challenges using a kettlebell makes it absolutely impossible for one to plateau. Besides the fact that everyone looks badass flinging iron, kettlebells build muscle and increase exertion, which burns more calories throughout the day, long after your workout. Who doesn’t want that?!

One Healthy Breakdown: why choose between weight-lifting and cardio when you can do both with kettlebells?

November Jumping Jack Challenge

November 1, 2014November 1, 2014Leave a comment

We’re going back to the basics this month with the ever famous jumping jack! Don’t estimate the power of the jumping jack, there’s a reason it’s still around! Jumping jacks get the heart rate up, working the cardiovascular system while warming up the whole body, top to bottom! We’re all familiar with how to execute the jumping jack, just be sure to get some air and land softly, decreasing impact on the knees. Perform your jacks at a speed that is maintainable, but gets you breathing heavily by the end. Work your way up. If you need a break, take one, but keep going if you can, yes all the way to 100! If you do your jacks in the morning, you’ll get them out of the way and get your metabolism going for the day! Print, pin, save the calendar below and get jumping and jacking today!

One Healthy Breakdown: commit to 100 jacks by December and you’ll ring in the holidays right!

Join the Tribe!

October 29, 2014October 29, 2014Leave a comment

Tribe Team Training is about commitment. Committing to change and committing to the work it takes to get there. Committing to a goal, a team, and committing to yourself.

Tribe training is the international small-group training method that recently popped up and caught on at Hamptons Gym Corp. The six week program guarantees challenge and change with flexible scheduling and reasonable pricing. As opposed to typical group fitness classes ranging from a few to a few hundred people, Tribe Team Training forms a small group (around 6-10 people) on day one that sticks together all six weeks. It’s like personal training, but with a small group who quickly becomes your fitness family, you cheerleaders, and your friends. Your tribe team will push you farther, commiserate with you, and celebrate your accomplishments.

Tribe trains participants like athletes, not clients, either two or three times a week. Each and every Tribe workout is different, but never, ever is a workout easy. The goal is efficiency, both in and out of the gym. While the workouts are relatively short, (30-50 minutes) they pack a LOT in, not a minute is wasted. Although you may feel weak attempting the workout, you’ll immediately feel stronger in all other walks of life.

Tribe programs include FIT, CORE, LIFE, PUNCH, and KIDS; there’s something for everyone, every age, and every fitness level. Tribe FIT is a high intensity workout combining cardio, strength, and endurance training to drastically advance fitness, speed, strength, and motion. And, believe me, it does! Tribe CORE cultivates core strength, toning, and stability for better overall functionality with less risk of injury and pain. Tribe LIFE is the low impact workout to promote functioning in everyday life. Tribe PUNCH kicks up strength and perseverance with boxing and kickboxing. Lastly, Tribe KIDS fosters fit, healthy, and confident kids in an inclusive team environment (ages 6 and up.)

Why am I a true Tribe advocate? Tribe helped me to reach my goals faster. I first completed Tribe CORE, which strengthened my abs, back, and arms at a whole new level. After CORE, I completed Tribe FIT, and boy was that an accomplishment. Truth of the matter is: the first time I tried Tribe FIT, I was not a fan. I left thinking: why would I ever voluntarily put myself through that ever again?!

And then…my wedding was quickly approaching. I was in need of a change, a challenge, a goal, and a serious ass kicking. I tried Tribe FIT again and became instantly addicted to the workout I can only explain as the one I love to hate. Over and over, we’d show up to Tribe FIT bright and early wondering why we voluntarily got out of bed to torture ourselves? And then, when the workout was over, our endorphins were sky high and and we’d remember exactly why we kept showing up, we were getting fitter with every workout. The change was tangible, visible, physical, and mutual. Just what I needed.

Some of us couldn’t do a chin-up, push-up, or a box jump. Others could. Others had never tried. A few weeks later, we were all capable of these moves, and lots more. By the end of the six weeks, most of us were doubling our results from day one. We were all stronger, fitter, and most of all, we had become a true team, a team who achieved more than we ever thought possible.

So, which Tribe team will YOU join?! Next week (November 3rd-7th) is the time to try Tribe training for free! Not sure you’re ready to join a Tribe? Try one, try all! Click here for the schedule and contact rpenteado@hamptonsgymcorp.com or just call Southampton Gym to sign up for your free trial class.

One Healthy Breakdown: Tribe Team Training packs a serious PUNCH, try it for yourself!

Meet Me at the Barre!

September 2, 2014May 13, 20151 Comment

If you haven’t tried a barre class yet, now is the time and Pure Barre Southampton is the place to lift, tone, burn, and take advantage of PURE WELLNESS! Pure Barre has been OHH favorite ever since they opened in June, 2014, and now we’ve partnered up for 15% off Pure Barre classes AND OHH nutrition counseling so that YOU can stay fit and healthy all in one place!

That’s right, come to Pure Barre for classes and get 15% off a nutrition package with yours truly as well as 15% off your Pure Barre package too! That’s a PURE perfect combo for being your healthiest, happiest you! I myself have Pure Barre Southampton to thank for toning my arms for my wedding dress! I didn’t want all that pulsing to go to waste, so I practiced what I preach about healthy eating and self-care. If you want in on the PURE Wellness, just email kiley@onehealthyhamptons!

Offering at least three classes a day, seven days a week, twelve months a year, this barre studio is here to stay. Conveniently located in Southampton village, Kaitlin, Leslie, and Patti, excitedly opened the studio to fill a void in fitness out East by bringing their favorite workout to their favorite place, all year round! Like-minded locals can appreciate their welcoming approach, reliable schedule, fun atmosphere, convenient location, and dependable full-body workout delivered in every class.

Pure Barre is the perfect mix of strength and stretch, fun and vigor. Unlike some other hot group-fitness classes sweeping the nation today, Pure Barre focuses on precise movements to strengthen muscles and the mind-body connection simultaneously. The low-impact moves can really be done anywhere, but the sequence of the Pure Barre method ensures a heightened sense of awareness and appreciation for this important connection. Concentrating on nothing but these movements allows guests to block out the chaos of life outside the door, creating a tranquil energy throughout the studio. The 55-minute workout targets all of those trouble zones head to toe, building long, lean muscles. While the technique stays consistent, the fun music and choreography sequence prohibit boredom and plateau. While you can always rely on that 90 second plank, working your booty ’til it hurts, and abs for days, the new routine keeps us coming back for more.

*photo credit Pure Barre media

The Southampton Pure Barre studio and great team of instructors are incredibly welcoming, so newbies should feel at ease and excited to tuck it out. The studio constantly offers great deals and promotions, so just ask before you pulse! Get ready to shake, tuck, sculpt, lift, tone, and burn every muscle group in your body. Come one, come all, meet me at the barre for the best toning and nutrition team in town! No more excuses, put yourself, your body, and your health first!

Visit Pure Barre at 5 Windmill Lane, Southampton, soon and check out Pure Barre Southampton on Facebook and instagram @purebarresouthampton and click here for more information about OHH’s private nutrition and wellness consulting.

One Healthy Breakdown: Meet me at the barre to LTB and chat nutrition!

The Bunny Hop

April 14, 2014April 15, 2014Leave a comment

Here’s what the Easter Bunny does to get his heart-rate up and stay in shape this time of year.One Healthy Breakdown: if the bunny can do it, so can you.

March Madness Workout

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Think PINK Workout

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Back to School Workout

September 23, 2013September 23, 2013Leave a comment

As we all adjust to our fall routines and our packed schedules, it can be easy to let the workouts slip. Don’t! Exercising regularly is not only good for your health, it will give you more energy to embrace life as a busy bee! Here’s an at-home workout you can even fit in first thing in the morning before work, school, and life get in the way! A+ for that!