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    Owner of the Fitness Achievement Center,  on personal growth, fitness, nutrition, & boxing.
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    Email: coach.austin.isc@gmail.com

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Fitness Over 40

1/23/2023

 
​Fitness over 40: Why Sacramento Personal Training at the Fitness Achievement Center is the Key to a Healthier You
As we age, our bodies go through many changes, and it becomes more important than ever to stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle. However, for many people over the age of 40, this can be a difficult task. Between work, family, and other responsibilities, it can be challenging to find the time and motivation to stay on track with a fitness routine.
This is where Sacramento personal training at the Fitness Achievement Center comes in. Our experienced trainers understand the unique challenges that come with aging, and they are dedicated to helping you achieve your fitness goals.
One of the biggest benefits of personal training is that it provides a customized workout plan tailored to your specific needs and goals. Whether you are looking to lose weight, improve your cardiovascular health, or simply maintain your current level of fitness, our trainers will work with you to create a plan that is both effective and sustainable.
In addition to providing a customized workout plan, our trainers also offer guidance and support throughout your journey. They will be there to motivate you, answer your questions, and help you overcome any obstacles you may encounter. With their help, you will be able to stay on track and make progress towards your goals.
Another benefit of personal training is that it allows you to stay safe and avoid injuries. As we age, our bodies become more prone to injury, and it is important to use proper form and technique when exercising. Our trainers are experts in injury prevention and will teach you how to perform exercises safely and effectively.
Overall, Sacramento personal training at the Fitness Achievement Center is the perfect solution for anyone over 40 looking to improve their health and fitness. With the help of our experienced trainers, you will be able to achieve your goals, feel better, and enjoy a more active and fulfilling life.
So if you are ready to take the next step towards a healthier you, visit the Fitness Achievement Center today and start your journey with Sacramento personal training!
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Personal Training During Menopause

1/17/2023

 
Menopause can be a difficult and challenging time for many women, particularly for those who are new to fitness. At Fitness Achievement Center, our personal trainers are highly qualified and experienced in helping women during menopause to achieve their fitness goals. They understand the unique challenges that women in menopause face and can help navigate this difficult time by creating a customized workout plan that is tailored to the specific needs and goals of each individual.
One of the biggest challenges of menopause is weight gain, and our Sacramento personal trainers are experts in helping women overcome this challenge. They will create a workout routine that is specifically designed to boost metabolism and burn fat, so you can reach your weight loss goals. They also understand that menopause can cause muscle mass and bone density loss, so they will design a workout plan that will help maintain and improve muscle mass and bone density.
Another challenge that many women face during menopause is a lack of energy and motivation. Our personal trainers can help overcome this by providing motivation, support, and accountability. They will help set realistic goals and create a plan for achieving them, so you can stay committed to your workout routine. They also understand that menopause can cause emotional and psychological symptoms, so they will take a holistic approach and help you develop a workout routine that not only helps with weight loss and muscle building but also helps to cope with the emotional impact of menopause.
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Menopause & Getting Leaner

1/17/2023

 
If you're a woman over the age of 40 living in the Sacramento area and looking for a personal trainer to help you navigate the challenges of menopause, look no further than Fitness Achievement Center. Our personal trainers are highly qualified and experienced in helping women during menopause to achieve their fitness goals.
One of the biggest challenges of menopause is weight gain, and at Fitness Achievement Center, our Sacramento personal trainers are experts in helping women overcome this challenge. They will create a customized workout plan that is tailored to your specific needs and goals, and include exercises that are designed to boost your metabolism and burn fat. Whether you're looking to lose a few pounds or make a significant change in your body composition, our trainers can help you get there.

In addition to weight gain, many women also experience a loss of muscle mass and bone density during menopause. Our personal trainers are skilled at helping women maintain and even improve their muscle mass and bone density through strength training exercises. They will design a workout plan that is tailored to your fitness level and goals, so you can achieve optimal results.

Another challenge that many women face during menopause is a lack of energy and motivation. Our personal trainers are well-versed in helping women overcome this challenge. They will provide you with the motivation, support, and accountability that you need to stay on track and reach your fitness goals. They can also help you set realistic goals and create a plan for achieving them, so you can stay committed to your workout routine.

At Fitness Achievement Center, we understand that menopause can also cause a range of emotional and psychological symptoms. That's why our personal trainers will take a holistic approach and help you develop a workout routine that not only helps with weight loss and muscle building but also helps to cope with the emotional impact of menopause.
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In conclusion, menopause can be a challenging time for many women, but with the help of the experienced personal trainers at Fitness Achievement Center in Sacramento, you can overcome these challenges and reach your fitness goals. With our support, motivation, and accountability, you can achieve your fitness goals and maintain a healthy and active lifestyle during menopause. Contact us today to schedule your personal training session!
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Booty Building Training

1/2/2023

 


🍑 We Love Big Butts and We Can't Deny 🍑

​We believe that one thing the world really needs is bigger, rounder, firmer booties! In fact, we think many of the world's problems could be solved with the right kind of junk in the trunk. That's why we've created the Rump Shakin' Booty Building BootCamp!

​ As the "Butt Whisperer" and "Booty Buddha," we have mastered the art of building booties that will make you want to shake your rump to all your favorite base bumpin' beats. Our program targets the glutes with a mix of fat burning, waist slimming, and booty bouncing exercises to lift and firm your booty.


Don't neglect your gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus – invest in a bigger, stronger booty today! Not only will you look amazing, but you'll also be bringing the right kind of buns to those summertime BBQs. Don't wait – spots in our Rump Shakin' Booty Building BootCamp will go fast!

Message us if you're ready to join us ASAP. We'll have 4 session times available, so don't miss out.


Sincerely, "The Booty Whisperer" AKA "Booty Buddha"

​PS – Don't forget to invest in a soft toilet seat (on sale at Lowe's for $9.95) before starting our program. Your glutes will be targeted for an entire hour, so you'll want to be comfortable!

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Beginners Personal Trainining

1/2/2023

 

If you're new to the world of fitness and looking to get started on your health and wellness journey in Sacramento, personal training may be a great option for you. Personal training allows you to work one-on-one with a certified fitness professional who can help you create a customized plan to meet your specific needs and goals.

One of the major benefits of personal training for beginners is the personalized attention you'll receive. Your trainer will take the time to get to know you and understand your fitness level, any injuries or medical conditions you may have, and what you hope to achieve through your workouts.

They'll then create a plan that is tailored specifically to you and your needs, taking into consideration your current fitness level and any limitations you may have. This level of customization is difficult to achieve in group fitness classes or by working out on your own.

Personal training can also provide motivation and accountability, which can be especially helpful for beginners. It can be intimidating to start a new fitness routine, but having a personal trainer can help provide the encouragement and support you need to get started and stay motivated. Your trainer will be there to cheer you on and help you stay on track as you work towards your goals.

In addition to the personalized attention and motivation, personal training can also be more efficient and effective for beginners. Your trainer will be able to design workouts that are specifically designed for your fitness level and will be able to provide proper form and technique to help you get the most out of your workouts. This can help you see results faster and more effectively than if you were working out on your own.

If you're considering personal training in Sacramento as a beginner, there are a few things to keep in mind. Firstly, it's important to find a certified and experienced trainer who has a proven track record of helping clients reach their goals.
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Personal training can be a great investment in your health and wellness, and can help you get started on your fitness journey in a safe and effective way. If you're ready to take the first steps towards a healthier lifestyle, consider working with a personal trainer in Sacramento.
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Sacramento Personal Training

1/2/2023

 
If you're looking to get fit and reach your health and fitness goals in Sacramento, personal training may be the perfect solution for you. Personal training allows you to work one-on-one with a certified fitness professional who can help you create a customized plan to meet your specific needs and goals.
One of the major benefits of personal training is the personalized attention you'll receive. Your trainer will take the time to get to know you and understand your fitness level, any injuries or medical conditions you may have, and what you hope to achieve through your workouts. They'll then create a plan that is tailored specifically to you and your needs. This level of customization is difficult to achieve in group fitness classes or by working out on your own.
Personal training can also provide motivation and accountability. It can be easy to skip a workout or make excuses when you're trying to exercise on your own, but having a personal trainer can help keep you on track. Your trainer will provide encouragement and support to help you stay motivated and motivated to reach your goals.
In addition to the personalized attention and motivation, personal training can also be more efficient and effective. Your trainer will be able to design workouts that are specifically designed to help you reach your goals and will be able to provide proper form and technique to help you get the most out of your workouts. This can help you see results faster and more effectively than if you were working out on your own.
If you're considering personal training in Sacramento, there are a few things to keep in mind. Firstly, it's important to find a certified and experienced trainer who has a proven track record of helping clients reach their goals.
Personal training can be a great investment in your health and wellness, and can help you achieve your fitness goals more quickly and effectively than if you were working out on your own. If you're ready to take the next step in your fitness journey, consider working with a personal trainer in Sacramento.

- Coach Austin

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Increasing Metabolism

3/21/2021

 
Introducing The Yellow Zone Effect: EPOC
EPOC refers to the elevation in metabolism (rate that calories are burned) after an exercise session ends. Known as exercise post oxygen consumption. The increased metabolic rate is connected to elevated need for oxygen, which is required to help recover the body.

Most of our boxing and weight loss clients want to get in the most efficient work-out possible in the least amount of time possible.  Let's face it, you have a life to live. High results with high efficiency. Get in the gym, get work done, and make those results happen.

We our Yellow Zone biofeedback trackers to track when we are in the Yellow Zone. When we are in the Yellow Zone. It creates the highest amount of EPOC effect, improving results from our workouts. Having the ability to judge work output in real time, it allows us to train smarter and get the BEST results.

The ultimate combo - super efficient cardiovascular training,  a fitness trainer to design you well developed strength programming,  and personalized nutrition = amazing transformations!





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Are you in the "Yellow Zone"?

3/21/2021

 
HEART RATE TRAINING FOR BETTER RESULTS

During our heart-rate based HIIT workout, you will go through our 5 different heart rate zones: resting, easy, challenging, KO ZONE and REDLINE, knowing when to push harder and when to pull back for recovery is vital to making progress. The goal is to spend 12 minutes or more with your heart rate elevated in “The Yellow Zone” to boost your metabolism, burn fat and burn more calories.
But first things first. Let’s take a moment to review what these pretty colors on the screen mean to you.
Gray Zone (50-60% Maximum Heart Rate) – This is the easy pace zone, consisting of very light activity.
Blue Zone (61-70% Maximum Heart Rate) – This zone is specifically geared for warm-up and cool-down exercises. You are preparing your body and mind for high-intensity interval training, but you haven’t unleashed the burn just yet.
Green Zone (71-83% Maximum Heart Rate) – In this zone, you have reached a challenging but doable pace. This is what we categorize as “Base Pace,” a pace you can maintain for 20-30 total minutes. Your body starts to burn fat and carbohydrates evenly.
Yellow Zone (84-91% Maximum Heart Rate) – This is where the magic happens and where you achieve “EPOC” (Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption) – what we call the “KO ZONE” in our Boxing training sessions The goal is to accumulate time in this zone  to achieve the maximum caloric burn for up to 36 hours AFTER your workout is completed aka EPOC.
 
Red Zone (92-100% Max Heart Rate) – This zone may be achieved during ‘REDLINING’ you’re pushing hard and using every ounce of energy left in your body. You don’t need to set an crazy pace all the time, but doing this every once in awhile will get that metabolism revving.
How do I know I am in the Yellow Zone? 
We set-up our Yellow Zone biofeedback trackers to make sure you are getting the most out of your conditioning training. The biofeedback gives us valuable feedback that allows us to push harder when needed or slow it down when we are overreaching our ability so we can get the best metabolic rate increase.
The Yellow Zone Tracker Measures your output in real time so you know you are getting in the work you need.
Our in gym “effort display” holds you accountable to putting out the effort needed to get results.
If you think you could benefit from an increased metabolic rate, send me an email back so we can calculate your Yellow Zone Biofeedback Tracker. 

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Belief in a Perfect Plan

8/31/2019

 

✅ First, I believe there is no perfect plan, only the perfect plan for YOU. Every setback you have can teach you something. When I was 15 years old...my sister had been diagnosed with anorexia, a severe eating disorder. There was a point where I saw her fake the weigh in tests that were done medically to see if she was improving. She would go to the fishing store and get fishing weights to fake the weigh ins... During this time, it was painstakingly clear how important lifestyle based eating approaches could literally SAVE someone's life. The people I know who are in the greatest shape aren’t perfect. They’re just relentless about picking themselves up after they fall, and have a PLAN that works for THEM as an individual.

✅ Second, I believe fitness is a lot more enjoyable when it comes from a place of self-love rather than self-loathing. Seeing one of my family members destroy their health through anorexia made this super clear… you have to love yourself enough to help yourself. If you love someone, wouldn’t you do everything you can for them? It’s the same thing with fitness. When you love yourself, you’ll make sacrifices to ensure your body and mind are cared for.

✅ Third, I believe momentum generates motivation. Ever not wanted to workout… but once you got started, you couldn’t stop? It’s true in almost all areas of life. The hardest part of oftentimes getting started. If you just commit to taking the first step… the rest often takes care of itself.


🔥 Fourth, I believe that sometimes moving forward means taking what appears to be a step back. This is something called the “Slingshot Effect.” In order to make a muscle stronger, you must first make it weaker through resistance training. In the same way, sometimes you must invest money, time, and energy now to get more money, time, and energy down the road.
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🔥 Fifth, I believe the environment is stronger than willpower. What do many of the times you were highly successful have in common?

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Do you Like to RUN Half Marathons?

10/9/2015

 
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Here is some info on your during race Carbohydrate Consumption!
                                 
Do you have a local fun run coming up?
 
Maybe a 10 K or a half marathon?
 
Or do you have an endurance sporting event lasting more than 45 minutes?
 
Here are some nutrition tips for race carb consumption:

  1. Carbohydrate feeding during exercise prevents a drop in blood glucose better known as blood sugar. In studies where participants exercised to exhaustion, they were able to continue again after consuming carbohydrates.
  2. Carbohydrate consumption positively effects Motor Skills. In a two hour tennis match, studies show that consuming carbohydrate, during competition bouts, will improve the ability of fast running speed , rapid movement, and explosiveness.

How can you incorporate this into your training?
 
In an 80 minute period of exercise you can consume:
  • 1 Liter of Gatorade
  • 1 and 1/2 gatorade power bars
  • Three medium bananas
 
 
As a warning, solid foods can effect gastric emptying due to the fiber and solid material. Liquids might be the best bet to get the nutrients into your small intestine (where you absorb everything) the quickest. An important thing to remember! If the food has not made it to your intestines, your body is not able to use it for energy!
 
 
 
Jeukendrup, A. E. (2004). Carbohydrate intake during exercise and performance. Nutrition, 20(7), 669-677.
 
Jeukendrup, A., et al. "Carbohydrate-electrolyte feedings improve 1 h time trial cycling performance." International journal of sports medicine 18.2 (1997): 125-129.
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 My whole life I have wanted to enjoy working out and never did, until I joined this gym. Not only have I lost over 50# since I joined in August 2018, but I have come to call FACt my happy place. Starting my days here make long work days seem quick and I have made some truly awesome friends. The trainers know just how much we each need to be pushed to succeed and they never make us feel like we are not giving 💯 (even when we know there are times when we just don't). I cannot recommend this gym enough.." - Joe

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