Clothing for outdoor workouts

Now that the pollen is getting lighter and we continue to have cooler mornings and evenings, you may be spending more time outside getting your cardio in. If you are walking, running or exercising outdoors, here are some tips about what types of clothing you can wear to keep you comfortable:

Shirts:

Fabric that helps wick sweat away from the body (not cotton)

Jackets:

Fabric that repels water with a front zipper for easy removal and vents to help body from getting overheated.

Pants:

Fabric to help wick sweat away from the body, vents to help keep the body cool. Capri pants for warmer weather and long pants for cooler weather with zippers around the ankles for easy removal.

Shorts:

You can wear long or short shorts. Keep in mind, the longer they are, the more they will restrict your movement.

Socks:

Synthetic blends are best. No cotton socks! They keep the feet moist. Wool socks are good for cold weather. You can double up to help protect your feet from blisters if running.

Target stores often have sales on their moisture wicking clothing items. You can also find coupons for Dick's Sporting Goods online for $10 off $50 or $15 off $75.

Benefits to a morning workout

Should we work out in the morning, afternoon or evening? Well, it really depends on your daily schedule. However, there are some good reasons to get it done in the AM:

• Take one shower: Yes, this is obvious, but it is true. If you work out in the morning, you won't have to smell funny after working out during your lunch hour.
• It will not interfere with your plans: Most get-togethers are in the evening.
• Energy: You will start your day filled with energy!
• Beat the heat: During the summer, outdoor morning workouts will be less hot and humid.
• Sunrise: Watch the sunrise...it is a great way to start your day.

Contact us today to get started! 984.202.5326

Men's physique competition results: Snap Fitness Trainers

Randy Fobbs placed in the top 10 at the men's physique competition! He came in 8th place and has informed us that he is planning to take part in another competition in November of this year. I watched him train and he trained hard for this. Watch out world, Randy is at it again!

Snap Fitness is proud of you, Randy! Keep up all of the hard work.


The NPC has two different divisions for each competition. They have a novice division for those who have never competed with them before and they have the actual competition (physique open) that everyone is part of.


Stedman Greggs placed 2nd place in the novice division! He also placed 2nd place in the physique open! Because he placed 2nd in the open, he is now qualified for the Nationals! Stedman is planning to compete in the Charlotte Cup on April 23rd of this year! Let's go Stedman!

Bring in another win for us, Stedman! Snap Fitness is proud of you!

The health benefits of garlic (recipe included)

Studies have been conducted and the results show that garlic can lower cholesterol. It can also lower high blood pressure. When digested, garlic breaks down and releases hydrogen sulfide. This process helps the blood vessels relax and widen and this is what helps keep blood pressure low.

Roasted Garlic and Broccoli

• 2 heads of garlic
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• 2 tbsp olive oil
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• 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and pepper
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• Fresh lemon juice, optional

Preheat oven to 400*.

Cut the tips off the garlic heads.

Drizzle with oil.

Place into small glass baking dish.

Sprinkle with spices.

Roast for 20 to 40 minutes.

When cooked, the garlic will feel soft when you squeeze it. Caution...it will be hot to the touch!

When garlic is cool to the touch, remove the skins by squeezing the garlic from them.

Sprinkle with lemon juice if desired.

Falls River Town: Spring Fling: This Saturday, April 9

Come to the Falls River Town Center this Saturday for our neighborhood Spring Fling! It's from 10am - 6pm and here's the schedule of fun activities:

~ To Start Your Morning ~

** Stop by Snap Fitness to pick up your:
“Falls River swag bag”: full of coupons and goodies! [Only 50 bags. Come early!]

Raffle ticket: No purchase necessary. Amazing prizes include: FREE store gift certificates, birthday party packages, spa treatments, yoga classes, music lessons and a 40-inch flat screen TV!

**Have breakfast at Big Apple Bagel: Buy 6 bagels, get 6 FREE (BAB choice not included.) Only $0.49 for a regular coffee. Cash and carry for muffins/cookies.

~ Family-Fun Activities ~

10-12pm: Kona Ice Truck in the First Tennessee parking lot

10am-1pm: “Design a Muffin” at Big Apple Bagels: $1 for a plain muffin that you can decorate to your perfection, with icing, sprinkles, and all sorts of goodies.

11-11:30am: Storytime at the Raleigh Bookbar: Stories, songs, cookies and juice boxes

11-1pm: Balloon art, stilt walking and juggling at First Tennessee

11-2pm: Caricature drawings at Gamesturz

2-4pm: Kid’s tattoos at Raleigh Bookbar

3:30-5pm: Falls River Music Kid’s Band: live performance!

~ Enjoy Lunch and Dinner ~

** Marco’s: Pizza by the slice for only $2.00. Large, 2-topping pizza for only $7.99

** Chubby’s Taco’s: Free samples. Only $2.00 for fried ice-cream.

** Uncorcked: Your choice of flatbread, plus a glass of beer or wine for only $15

** Falls River Pub: Choice of sandwich, side and soda or sweet tea for only $9.85 [11am to 5pm]

** Nantucket: Free slice of cake with a $13 entrée

** Taza Grill: Gyro special, with fries and a drink, for $7.99

** Highway 55: $1 off milkshakes

~ Sidewalk Sales ~

Check out the extra savings and sale items at the tables in front of Klaystation, the Raleigh Bookbar and Gamesturz.

Stedman Greggs: Interview and photos: Snap Fitness Personal Trainer

Stedman Greggs is another one of our amazing personal trainers who will be competing in the Mens Physique Show on Saturday, April 9th!

Speaking with Stedman is always fun, so I enjoyed our interviews as he worked out at our Snap Fitness facility!

How long have you been competing in physique competitions?

"This is my first show!"
How long have you been training for it?
"I have been in training since January, 1st of this year."
Can you tell me what you are doing to train?
"I have been doing compound lifts and extension sets. Compound lifts are exercises using more than one muscle at a time. Extension sets are back to back exercises that work the same body parts. As far as nutrition, I count carbs, proteins and fats. I also do a carb cycle which means that I adjust my carbohydrate intake each day to assure that it matches up with the particular training I do that day."
What is your competition goal?
"To win! (laughs) Really, to make friends, co-workers and family proud and making sure God gets glorification!"


At the end of the interview, I asked Stedman if he had anything he would like to add...
"Thank you to my Snap Fitness family for support, encouragement and prayers. Thank you to Deanna, my myofascial release specialist!"