Physical strength is the ability to complete physical tasks using your own strength, so it is a foundational element of physical performance. For athletes, the type of strength that is important depends upon the sport or sports that you participate in. Improving strength helps the athlete improve performance, increase endurance and prevent injury.

Unfortunately, as we age we lose physical strength so even for the non-athlete, improving strength is an important factor in maintaining good health as well as being able to continue to participate in normal everyday activities.

The right training program for you depends upon your goals and current fitness level. Our personal training programs can be tailored to your exact needs to help you achieve your goals.

Health experts agree that proper nutrition is vitally important to overall fitness. Some research even suggests that nutrition has the largest impact on our fitness. At first thought, this might seem like an unexpected finding, but the food we eat is the fuel which provides the energy the body needs to perform. What you eat and when has a big impact on your overall energy level as well as how well you recover.

Carbohydrates, fat and protein are all nutrients that contribute to your energy needs during exercise, but carbohydrates are the body’s preferred energy source. Fat is a secondary source of energy while protein is needed more for building and repairing muscle.

Proper nutrition needs vary depending upon the given sport or activity. For example, proper nutrition for strength training is different than that of long distance running. Weightlifting requires more protein to support muscle building and repair while the long distance runner needs a higher percentage of carbs to maintain proper energy level to perform at one’s best. Water is also a key nutrient needed before, during and after physical activity. Once your personal trainer understands your strength and fitness goals he can advise you on the proper nutrition plan.

Overcome common training challenges with a Personal Trainer.

Personal training has long been recognized as one of the most effective ways to help you get fit and stay fit by conquering the barriers to achieving your goals. Here are some of the typical challenges.

Personal Training Identified As One Of The Top 10 Emerging Fitness Trends

In a recent survey by the American College of Sports Medicine, personal training was identified as one the top 10 emerging fitness trends. This seems surprising since personal training has been used for a long time, but recent technology advances have created new online training options which can be cost effective and flexible. Viking Power Gym’s personal training is designed to utilize the latest technology to provide you with personalized workouts, allowing you to do your workouts in your gym, at home or wherever you are.