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Archive for October, 2007

LOW CARBOHYDRATE DIET IS DETRIMENTAL

Participating in a high energy, classes  such as  SKI CONDITIONING, BODY ATTACK, or any endurance training program , on a LOW CARBOHYDRATE  DIET  is detrimental to improvements in endurance .
A low-carbohydrate intake can have a really disastrous effect on workout quality,
It is well established that carbohydrate is the primary source used above 65% VO2 max, which equates […]

Posted in Aspen Training Tips, Aspen Members, Aspen Colorado
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Independence Pass closed

Independence Pass closed last night around 9 PM and as of 1:40 today, crews had moved all the snow off the roadway (about 1.5 feet had accumulated). They also had to “punch” through a 15 foot drift, which is typical for these windy conditions at the very top of the pass. Right now, visibility is […]

Posted in Aspen Colorado
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Corporate Retreat - “Aspen Life Getaway Day”

Need a boost to your organizations bottom line? Looking to create some energy in your company’s performance? Consider an “Aspen Life Getaway Day” .
Your employees have done the traditional corporate retreat. Why not try something a little bit different in a majestic setting.
The Aspen Club and Spa can design a retreat that meets your […]

Posted in Corporate Retreats
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Mind-Muscle Connection

As a trainer I always find it interesting when someone “feels” an exercise in a muscle group that is not being directly stimulated. For example, many people new to weight training will point to their triceps after lat pull downs and say that is where they feel the exercise working. This is because […]

Posted in Health and Fitness
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Ouch, Ski Conditioning!

I made it out to my 1st ski conditioning class today. It was awesome, full class, lots of energy, great music and the best instructors. But I am going to be hurting in the morning.
This was a full on hour and half of non stop moving and grooving. And Yes I mean grooving, […]

Posted in Health and Fitness, Aspen Training Tips, Aspen Colorado
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Aspen Film

Thanks Kate, what a cool film!

Relevant Tags:aspen, film, Kate Olson, movie, ski, snowboard

Posted in Aspen Videos, Aspen Colorado
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“PowerTap” Indoor Cycling Series.

Can you believe it’s that time of year again? Announcing the fifth winter of the Aspen Club’s
“PowerTap” Indoor Cycling Series.
This is the condensed version, for those of you who are familiar with how the series works. For those who are not, further details are attached.
As usual the series will be split up […]

Posted in Aspen Members, Aspen Schedule, Cycling
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Dirk Shultz

Dirk’s Profile.
I started really working out in college while on the track team as a pole
vaulter. I started seeing the changes in my body and it became a big part of my life
style. Not just for the physical aspect but also the mental as a stress
reliever and a way to ground […]

Posted in Health and Fitness, Aspen Training Tips
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The Benefits of Working With a Personal Trainer

On the surface it seems as though the benefits of working with a personal trainer are obvious. Some of them are, but there are many aspects to our practice that commonly go unnoticed. For example, clients of mine often start with a specific fitness goal but run into perceived barriers during their […]

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Ten Top Health Benefits of Exercise

Nutrition Site

Moss Greene
BellaOnline’s Nutrition Editor

The health benefits of exercise are extraordinary. And an old-fashioned daily walk is enough.
Regular physical activity improves your mood and helps you to live a longer, happier, healthier life, free from the suffering of degenerative disease and pain.
No matter how well you eat, without exercise, you can’t be truly healthy. Food […]

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