Archive for May 2018

The deltoid muscles move the glenohumeral joint through abduction, flexion and extension. These muscles engage when the arm moves away from the sides of the body. Along with the rhomboids, serratus anterior, pectoralis major, latissimus dorsi and rotator cuff (i.e. supraspinatus/infraspinatus/teres minor and subscapularis – SITS muscles), the deltoids contribute to the mobility and stability…

Whether beginning an exercise program for the first time, or continuing your fitness journey, charting the fitness pathways that you will follow is crucial to the success of the program.  Utilizing the micro, meso and macro approach to charting your fitness path creates an organizational component to the process which promotes program successes.  As always,…

Walking is an excellent form of cardiovascular endurance exercise and our main mode of locomotion.  And, while walking technique may not be rocket science, it is exercise science and, there are proper walking/gait biomechanics which may provide the walker with all the benefits walking has to offer as well as preventing potential overuse injuries and…

Happy 4th Birthday Mountain Life Fitness! It is with sincere gratitude that we thank each and every one of you for your support and patronage over these past four years. We opened our doors on June 23rd, 2014 after we purchased this warehouse, which was just a shell with no infrastructure in December of 2013,…

Combining a consistently performed safe and effective exercise program and a healthy eating regimen with an active daily lifestyle is the “magical” plan to ensure a lifetime of health and fitness.   The active daily lifestyle component of this plan is crucial to its success.  The more active you are throughout the day, the more calories…

Calendar at a Glance – May 2018-August 2018 Monday, May 14th           Bring a Friend to Workout Day Sunday, May 20th             Final Sunday we are open until after Labor Day Sunday, May 27th             Closed on Sundays until after Labor Day Monday, May 28th           Closed in observance of Memorial Day Friday, June 1st                 Kick-off of our “Happy…

Our shakes are all natural, from the skim or almond milk to the nutritious fruit purees. We use freeze dried fruits and vegetables, natural peanut butter and whey and soy protein. Every ingredient we use is free of any artificial ingredients or synthetic sweeteners. There are no added sugars or GMO’s. The Blend shakes are…

Integrate this total body circuit training – calorie blasting workout into your workout regimen.  Not only will you efficiently burn calories, you will strengthen every major muscle group in your body, including the nose to toes core and also improve your stamina.  This workout is simple to set up, you do not require much equipment,…

Tis the season for runny noses, itchy throat and red, watery eyes.  The only comfort this season gives me is it means summertime is right around the corner.  Sometimes only to be filled with more of these symptoms during our famous pollen season. Put away the chemical based allergy medicines and try it the natural…

As Memorial Day approaches, generally accepted as the kick-off to summer (even in Grand County!), prepare for the fun and challenges of summer by following these seven summer fitness strategies. These strategies may keep you on track avoiding some of the common summer pitfalls such as just playing outdoors and not performing your regular workout…