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  Making the Most of Outdoor Workouts

  Welcome to week three of our four-part summer health series at Adam Clark Fitness! This week, we're focusing on the benefits of taking your workouts outdoors. Exercising outside can be invigorating and fun, but it’s important to do it safely and effectively. Making the Most of Outdoor Workouts Choosing the Best Times and Locations To avoid the intense summer heat, the best times for outdoor workouts are early mornings and late evenings. These cooler parts of the day make exercising more comfortable and reduce the risk of heat-related issues. Look for parks, trails, or even your backyard as potential workout spots. If you’re near a beach or lake, take advantage of the ....

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  Staying Hydrated and Nourished in the Heat

  Welcome back to Adam Clark Fitness! Last week, we kicked off our summer fitness series with tips on starting your routine. This week, we bring you part two: staying hydrated and well-nourished during the summer season. Staying Hydrated and Nourished in the Heat Exercising in the summer heat can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can stay hydrated, nourished, and on top of your fitness game. Importance of Hydration Water is your best friend, especially during the hot summer months. Aim to drink at least eight glasses of water a day, and more if you’re active. Keep a water bottle with you at all times and take sips regularly. Signs of dehydration include ....

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  Embrace the Journey: Your Fitness Progress is Not Linear

  I hope you had a fantastic holiday weekend and are ready to rock and roll, crushing this week and the second half of the year! Let's dive into an important lesson I shared with a member the other day, which is crucial for everyone on their fitness journey to understand. The Reality of Fitness Progress While training, I recommended a member reduce the weight on a particular exercise. They had just completed a hard workout the day before, it was a busy week for them, and their body just wasn’t feeling it. She mentioned feeling like she was going backward if she wasn’t increasing her weights and reps. This was a perfect learning opportunity, and it’s something everyone ....

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  Kickstart Your Summer Fitness Routine

  Happy July from Adam Clark Fitness! Summer is in full swing, and over the next four weeks, we are excited to bring you some helpful summer tips to stay healthy. Welcome to week one! Kickstart Your Summer Fitness Routine Summer is a fantastic time to embrace a fitness routine. With longer days and warmer weather, it's the perfect season to get active and enjoy the outdoors. Let's start by laying a solid foundation for your summer fitness journey. Setting Realistic Goals First, set achievable fitness goals. Having clear objectives will motivate you to lose weight, gain strength, or improve your overall health. Start small – maybe aim for a 30-minute walk five days a week or ....

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  Happy Independence Week!

  Nutrition. Last week, we released a healthy nutrition guide . We often talk about consistency, doing the little things right, and over time that leads to results. It’s the truth. This week is July 4th though! It’s a day that’s generally filled with family, friends, BBQ, sun (maybe some drinks too!). You don’t need to watch what you eat tomorrow. If you don’t want to exercise and just want to hang out, that’s cool. One day is not going to disrupt your progress. Enjoy your day, enjoy the holiday and get back at it the next day! Happy Independence Day! ....

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  Getting Active this Summer!

  It’s summertime! Hard to believe but summer is here and time to make the most of it. Today, I want to give you some advice about summer exercising. If we could make it happen, I’d love to have everyone work out with us 4-5 times per week. I know that’s not realistic though. You want to be outside more and you are traveling a bit more. That leaves less time for inside the gym. So, here are five great workout ideas for the summer: Hike - Did you know that Maine has an endless amount of trails? You could pick a new place to hike every single day for all of the summer. Get outside, enjoy nature, and explore Maine. Here are some ....

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• Healthy Summer Recipes? Yes Please!

  Nutrition. Ever struggle with that? Of course you have. Being active is super important but so is eating healthy. And specifically eating healthy consistently. Here are three tips to get into a groove nutritionally: Track your food. While not a great long-term thing, this is good to evaluate where you are right now. This will help you see how much you’re eating and specifically from what categories. Not enough protein in your diet? Track things and see where you are at. Meal Prep. If you want to be healthy, you must do some sort of meal prep. I’m not saying meal prep every single meal for the week, but having things prepped ahead of time ....

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  Managing and Reducing Stress in Your Life

  Stress is a universal experience. It can push us to achieve new heights or overwhelm us if not managed properly. According to the American Psychological Association, the biggest stressors include money, job pressure, relationships, health, poor nutrition, media overload, and sleep deprivation. Fortunately, most of these stressors can be managed effectively. Here are six strategies to help you manage and reduce stress in your life: 1. Implement Effective Systems Implementing systems in your daily routine can significantly increase efficiency and reduce chaos. Systems provide structure and help in both business and personal life. Examples of effective systems include your morning ....

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  Simplifying for Success: The Power of Consistency

  Happy June from Adam Clark Fitness! Is your month off to a great start? Let's make it even better by talking about a crucial element of fitness success: consistency. In our fast-paced lives, we often try to do too much at once. It’s like drinking water from a fire hose—it’s overwhelming and ineffective. Instead, let’s focus on a simpler approach that works wonders: simplification and consistency . Why Consistency Matters There will be days when you don't feel motivated, think you don't have enough time, or doubt your abilities. That’s perfectly okay. Consistency is about showing up and giving your best, whatever that looks like on any given ....

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  Let's Get Tough: Building Grit for Fitness Fun!

  Hey there! At Adam Clark Fitness, we're diving into something cool: grit and mental toughness. But guess what? It's not just about sticking with stuff—it's about having fun and feeling proud of what you can do, just like when you were a kid learning new things! James Clear, who wrote Atomic Habits, has some neat ideas to make building grit feel like an adventure. Check it out: Know Your Grit: Figure out what grit means to you. Maybe it's sticking to a workout plan, getting good at meal prep, or doing meditation every day. Pick something you care about and go for it with a "Let's do this!" attitude. Show Yourself What You've Got: Challenge yourself to do a little more each ....

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