You’ve probably seen a foam roll in your gym or on television recently as these simple yet extremely effective tools have become mainstream in the fitness world. Foam rolls come in all shapes, sizes, densities and of course price ranges. The biggest difference you’ll find is the density or hardness of the roller, and this…
Looking for a healthy alternative to the traditional pancake? Try the Epic Fitness Oatmeal Protein Pancake recipe! You know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and a stop at Starbucks for a massive coffee with creamer just doesn’t cut it. Energy levels crash, performance decreases, and cognitive function is impaired…
Epic Fitness is hosting a free fitness bootcamp exclusively for W6 residents! Kickstart those New Years resolutions with a free workout with the Epic Fitness training team this Saturday, January 7th at West 6th Tempe. Epic Fitness bootcamps consist of a full-body resistance and cardiovascular workout in a fun group environment. All sessions are…
Setting a New Year’s resolution to strengthen up that mid-section and maybe even see those abs again? The Epic Fitness training team has put together a list of the top 5 abdominal exercises for having a good looking and functional core. Bicycle Crunch This classic movement has continued to come in…
Just one cup of that seasonal favorite can set you back 343 calories, and that’s only if you stop there! With the majority of annual weight gain accumulating between Thanksgiving and New Years, it’s always a good idea to find healthy alternatives to the classic holiday treats. While Eggnog does have some nutritional value, the…
Looking to step up your game this season on the mountain? Most beginner to intermediate snowboarders spend the first couple of days of each season regaining both the skill and strength back that they lost during the spring and summer months. With snowboarding specific training programs, you can not only speed up the relearning process…
One of the most popular questions from clients… “what exercise method burns the most calories?” For years the trend was aerobics and slow steady state cardiovascular training. People just assumed that by running slowly for a longer period of time they were being more productive than if they were to participate in a shorter…
In this training video Kyle explains how to perform the TRX Pistol Squat from the gym at West 6th Tempe. This movement is a unilateral exercise focusing on core stability as well as strengthening the quads, hamstrings, and glutes. The keys on this movement are: High anchor point Tension the TRX Keep core engaged Good…
West 6th Tempe Residents receive a special introductory deal with Epic Fitness at West 6th. During our introductory special, all residents that contact Epic Fitness will receive: FREE Body Fat Assessment FREE Personal Training Session FREE “I Train On 6th” T-shirt FREE Sports Water Bottle To get this special just email us…
When the fresh produce seems scarce or prices have gone up… head over to the frozen food aisle for some frozen vegetables. It may surprise you that in the winter months frozen vegetables can be a healthier option than fresh produce. The reasoning behind this is that your vegetablesare the most nutrient dense when they…