Renegade

I believe much of people’s anger stems from unhappiness with themselves and their lives. If there is no outlet to work through the anger or a way to burn it off, it festers growing more profound by the day. This turmoil brewing inside, at minimum, results in flared tempers that are projected onto everyone around. It is much easier to blame someone else for the wrongs in one’s life than to take an in-depth look at oneself and determine the root cause. As the saying goes, “misery loves company.”

On the other hand, people who feel good make the world a better place. Instead of conquering up ways to get someone back for a “wrong doing,” time can be spent pondering ways to celebrate and appreciate the presence of others. Positive energy radiates and easily spreads from one to another in the same way negative energy does. In the same manner, you can literally ruin someone’s day; you can also make their day. When you do well unto others, you will feel wonderful. We are a society consumed with reporting evils and negatives, and surely do not focus enough on the positive aspects many individuals offer the world.

In this season of giving, why not spread some good cheer by simply smiling at another, holding a door, saying hello, or by telling others how much you appreciate them. It doesn’t cost a thing but goes further than a tangible gift ever could.

Jennifer Calderone
Hordon Health
www.hordonhealth.com

The way to improve upon a skill is through continued repetition. This is the case with exercise. If you don’t give it your all every time your fitness level will not improve. Often times it requires overcoming a mental hurdle rather than a physical one as the mind is what holds you back telling you, “I can’t.” If you believe you can’t you simple won’t be able to progress. Instead, say “I can,” and you will see what you are actually capable of and fitness levels will improve.

For many individuals, the initial push is agony if they can even get to that point. The best way to challenge and motivate oneself is by hiring a personal trainer. It is much easier to continue when someone is with you motivating and challenging you to go beyond what you thought possible.

Move beyond the “I can’t” and into “I can.”

Jennifer Calderone
Hordon Health
www.hordonhealth.com

The entire premise of eating is to sustain life. Proper nutrients allow the body to run effectively and maintain health. However, somewhere along the way we have forgotten this basic premise and eat anything and everything simply because it tastes good. Of course, everyone wants to enjoy a good meal but how “good” is it if health becomes jeopardized? There are many natural foods that taste good and are good for you. In fact, once you stop consuming manufactured items you will no longer enjoy their taste nor miss them. These items contain too much sodium, sugar and other chemical additives that can severely degrade health and make one feel sluggish. While many individuals possess the “nothing will happen to me” attitude, there are a myriad of diseases known to result from poor eating habits. The chance that disease will result at some point in life, due to improper eating, is enormous. The only way to curb this is to stop consuming manufactured foods and make exercise a regular part of life.

Jennifer Calderone
Hordon Health
www.hordonhealth.com

Our society considers a fragile and exceptionally thin woman beautiful and highly desirable. Long thin legs, a tiny waist and large chest are the images constantly flashed before our eyes. Yet in reality, there are only a small percentage of the population that poses these attributes. All others are left constantly comparing themselves and trying to measure up to these impossible standards.

The barrage of these images has resulted in a society of women who will do anything to achieve this standard of beauty. From cosmetic surgeries to barely consuming enough calories to sustain life, the pressure is that great that many women will put their lives in danger to achieve “beauty.”

Yet beauty is much more than perfect physical attributes. Beauty is a strong healthy body, an independent mind, sharp intellect, and kind soul.

A woman who makes the world a better place is truly a beautiful person.

Jennifer Calderone
Hordon Health
www.hordonhealth.com

In a previous post I discussed a key component of exercise, the fun factor. This is absolutely the case, workouts should be fun. In addition, they should also present a challenge. However, there is a distinct line between challenge and pushing someone to the brink of injury. As a personal trainer, I am there to encourage, motivate, lead and challenge a client through a workout. The challenge, however, is based on a person’s current fitness level which is as varied as each client. I am not going to make an individual, who has never exercised, perform advanced moves. The key point to note; exercise is a progression. An individual MUST begin at point A and continue diligently working through B, C, and D. They cannot skip from A to D. Far too often trainers attempt to progress clients too soon and, as a result, the client is injured.

As a Renegade Trainer, my goal is to establish proper movement patterns by utilizing the beginning phase of the Renegade Program. Once proper movement patterns and communication within the body have been established, the client can then advance to the next stage. Although I use the term “beginning phase”, these exercises are not without challenge. As with all Renegade exercises, they are full body exercises that train proper movement patterns not musculature.

Don’t risk unnecessary injury, train the Renegade way. Contact a Renegade trainer in your area.

Jennifer Calderone
www.hordonhealth.com
Boston, MA

Many of us “judge a book by its cover” but the cover, very often, does not accurately depict reality. For good or bad, reality is often shocking when we finally take a moment and look beyond outward appearances. For instance, take Susan Boyle, the English singing sensation who first appeared on “Britain’s Got Talent.” As she made her way to the stage the audience began to boo. They took it upon themselves to presume she was not talented based upon her physical appearance. However, she belted out a remarkable rendition of Les Miserables, “I Dreamed A Dream,” that left the audience speechless following their unkind assumptions. The treatment Ms. Boyle was subjected too is a prime example of how we inaccurately judge others when judgment is based solely upon physical attributes.

Conclusions regarding athleticism, or lack thereof, are also frequently made based only on physical attributes. The media depicts athletes as individuals with big muscular bodies and chiseled abs. Yet again, this does not paint an accurate picture. A muscular body does mean it functions properly or possesses the necessary characteristics of a great athlete. True athletes move with ease. They are fast, powerful, agile and flexible. Often times, huge muscle bound beings are not at all athletic. Some of the best athletes out there may not appear as you expect but you can be sure they are the best because they are Renegades.

Jennifer Calderone
Hordon Health
www.hordonhealth.com

I am a particular fan of making “To Do” lists. It feels great to cross something off the list but, more importantly, by writing it down I ensure it is not forgotten and gets accomplished. However, a goal or “to do” cannot be left as simply an item on a list. Things don’t just happen. Goals, especially long term, require a plan of action and then most importantly, execution. Once the goal is established, action should be immediate as to not lose sight of the goal or lose motivation. Additionally, it will take time to achieve and every day counts. Goals require perseverance, drive, and determination but, day-by-day, little-by-little the culmination of all efforts make the goal a reality.

This is important to keep in mind in terms of fitness goals. They will require time, hard work, and dedication. Yet, to achieve anything the first step must be taken.

Jennifer Calderone
Hordon Health
www.hordonhealth.com

Everyday we wake to find ourselves blessed with another breath and another opportunity to make ourselves and others better! With every new day will come challenges in many different forms, be it physical, mental, spiritual or otherwise. How we meet these determines not just our present situation but our future and the future of those we come in contact with as well. Without challenges we would be void of the chance to grow and learn more about ourselves. Having the courage to step out of our “comfort zone” is the only way we’ll know what were made of. With the New Year looming there’s much talk about goals to be set, resolutions etc. etc. But why wait until a whole year has past to “test the waters”, do it NOW! Renegade Training has developed a pathway to greatness, if you’re willing to take that chance and dedicate yourself to living a better life and bringing others along for the ride of a lifetime!

“Live the Code”

Steve Jury

Senior Renegade Trainer

DMC Professional

Renegade Kettlebell Specialist

Are you feeling sluggish and can barely get through the day without your eyes lids drooping? Many individuals have the tendency, when tired, to move less. Yet this is counterproductive to increasing energy levels. In fact, one’s first thought should be, “I need to move more.” Utilizing energy produces more energy. After a workout endorphins are pumped throughout the body leaving one in a better state both mentally and physically.

In addition, to physical activity, proper nutrition is also imperative. While many individuals eat poorly, they also eat sporadically. During the long hours in between meals blood sugar levels significantly drop causing one to feel lethargic and mentally unfocused. To keep blood sugar levels even small meals should be consumed throughout the day, preferably every 2-3 hours. The solution is not to eat less but to eat more nutritious foods frequently throughout the day.

Contact www.hordonhealth.com for more information.

Jennifer Calderone
Hordon Lifestyle Management

There are a myriad of serious training protocols that need to be adhered to when exercising. However, there is another key component to fitness that, although not serious, cannot be overlooked. This is the fun factor. Exercise should be fun. Many programs and regimens air on the side of militant which tend to push already reluctant individuals even further away. People have enough stress in their lives and exercise should not be one of them.

On the other hand, exercise that encompasses the fun factor will draw people in. Group fitness offers just that. An hour of fun where participates listen to blaring beats, hoot and holler and share in a positive experience while they workout. It is also a situation that easily lends itself to the creation of friendship.

Don’t miss out on all the fun! Contact a Renegade Trainer in your area to experience a kettlebell class today.

Jennifer Calderone
Hordon Health
www.hordonhealth.com