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The Comfort Inn & Suites in Tyler… & Beyond

May 7th, 2012

The fact that I grew up traveling has gone a long way to creating in me a nostalgia for staying in hotels. I realize that for many people who travel solely for work- related purposes that may seem like a fairly absurd statement. But for me, staying over night in a hotel was part of an adventure.  I’m sure that the level of one’s enjoyment of hotels is due solely to the purpose he or she has in traveling, but it’s almost always been a positive experience for me.

It’s always amusing to me to hear people discuss their requirements of a hotel. It must have this or that, it had better not be lacking in this amenity or that one… We all have different levels of expectations. I’m generally fairly easy to please. A cool, clean room, comfortable bed and working TV with Fox News and ESPN will generally keep me content. Throw in a good continental breakfast, and I may even stay another night.

On a recent trip to Dallas, (which was purely recreational mind you), I introduced my son the fun of staying in a hotel. We’ve stayed in them before, but he’s only four so his memories of previous trips are foggy at best.  On this outing I chose to stay in a Comfort Inn. Admittedly a simple establishment, but it came complete with a pool and all the amenities I’ve listed above, along with quite a few I didn’t. Now I realize this was Dallas, but I should reinforce the fact that Tyler also has a Comfort Inn which is arguably more upscale than the one I visited. Enough so that it should surely be able to meet the requirements of patrons whose needs are more… sophisticated than mine are.   The Comfort Inn and Suits in Tyler is located on South Broadway and has all the amenities one would expect, including an indoor pool, hot tube, fitness center and more. It’s generally on the more high- end side of the chain but prices are still reasonable. Tyler has what seems to me a surprising number of places to stay, but the Comfort is among the nicer choices. To read more or to make reservations read about them online or contact their office at (903) 534-0999.

Exercise Slows the Aging Process

August 15th, 2011

Tyler TX weight loss fitness centersIn a study put out by the American Journal of Physiology it was discovered that antioxidant intervention which happens from taking supplements or exercise can slow the aging process. A steady routine of exercise had a significant effect on reducing oxidation about the same as taking supplements.

Don’t say, “Oh good I will just go take those pills instead of exercising.” It isn’t as simple as that as you must also contend with muscle attrition and fat gain that takes place after a certain age.

Unfortunately after you hit age 25 people typically lose about 1/2 to 1 pound of muscle tissue every year after this age. What happens is that by default our bodies will choose to add on more pounds of fat rather than muscle after this age.

You could see this medical reality as depressing but see it as a reason to get fit. By building up muscle mass through a regular workout routine at home or Tyler TX fitness center most people will increase their metabolic rate and burn more calories while resting.

You see you really can lose weight while doing nothing by you must first get in a workout routine to start building muscle so that will happen.

The numbers look like this, for every pound of muscle you keep or add on you will burn about 30 – 50 calories a day. By letting muscle be the default fiber you add on daily to your body you will allow yourself to lose weight the easy way, by doing nothing. You see that is why you hear the often used phrase, no pain no gain.

By getting in a small work out each day you will allow your body to shed those pounds simply by the new metabolic rate your body has with all that new muscle.

If you stay inactive all the time you are allowing your muscles to slowly eat away. Not only is your metabolic rate decreasing but your muscle tissue is being replaced by fat. This problem is easy to go unchecked as it is hard to see that your muscle is being replaced by fat as your body remains close to the same shape. Eventually you will notice and by that time things have gotten pretty bad.

In summary muscle isn’t just something that looks better than fat it actually increases your bodies ability to burn fat. If you have gone several years without exercising it is not uncommon to have lost close to 15 pounds of muscle. If you were to add that muscle back to your body your metabolic rate would be such that your body would naturally be able to burn 450 – 750 calories more per day simply by having that muscle back on your body.

P.S. If you are looking for a good Tyler TX gym with lots of scheduled group fitness classes like kickboxing, yoga, zumba dance, and others go by and check out Tony Cruz XTC Fitness. You can find their location on Google Maps here: Tony Cruz XTC Fitness & Sports

Physical Training “Anytime”

January 8th, 2010

Well summer is winding up, but that doesn’t mean that you have to put away your swimwear, cancel your gym membership and stop the physical fitness for the fall and winter. And if you haven’t gotten started on a fitness program yet, it’s not too late to start.

Dave Fowler and the other trainers at Anytime Fitness in Tyler can set you on a course to transformation. Dave believes that the key to health and wellness is an active lifestyle. The benefits of exercise include things like a stronger heart, lower blood pressure, lower incidents of depression, a clearer mind etc. Dave coaches his clients in swimming, biking, running, weight training, and other forms of physical fitness.   

Seventy percent of proper health is eating right and it results in looking and feeling younger. While Coach Fowler is not a dietician, he understands good nutrition and is willing to offer his clients suggestions and experience based on his own food choices, which help point them in a healthy direction. He is also one of the only trainers in Tyler to offer the dietary supplement “Max GXL.” Called “The Glutathione Accelerator,” the supplement is both an antioxidant and an antitoxin it provides an energy boost and supports the body’s production of glutathione without the crash. It also claims to increase mental focus and increase the immune system.
 
So if you are interested in getting into shape, bringing balance and stability to your life, and being generally healthier and happier, call David Fowler at (903)520-9646, and set up an appointment. He’s interested in helping develop the entire person and improving their quality of life. Calling him could be the first step in transforming your life. For more information on Anytime Fitness Fitness Center see their website at www.anytimefitness.com.

Curves Fitness For Women

January 5th, 2010

Curves

As the New Year begins everyone is thinking about their new year goals. Women work out hard for a few weeks, but then they weigh in to see that they did not get the results that they wanted and then they grab a pint of ice cream and sit on the couch. Working out can be stressful and confusing.

When you walk into a gym the machines seem intimidating. You feel like the people are looking judgmentally as you look frustrated at how much weight that you should put on the leg thing, arm thing, and stomach thing. Curves is a large fitness center that stretches over 70 countries of the world.

Curves workout is only thirty minutes that burns up to 500 calories in one workout. The workout machines are each made for women. Curves has machines that workout each part of the body.

These workouts are much more than a diet or weight loss system. They are a life style; you can do it during your lunch break, like many women do. Each machine is set up in a circle and as you work each machine you will get help by one of the trainers that are there. Between working each machine you will run in place on a mat or stretch or rest. The trainers will assist you in any way that you need. You will get measured and weighed, which can be intimidating, but it will help you set goals and meet them.

There are amazing stories of women who have had great success while working out a Curves in Tyler Texas. Curves changes women’s lives and will make you feel so much better about yourself inside and out.

The workers are very helpful and polite. They are understanding to the struggles that come with weight loss and the temptations to stop your workouts. They are encouraging and they really want you to meet your goals and will help you.