Did you know that the Big Climb stair race, up the tallest building in Seattle, is also the largest attended stair climb on the planet? 6000 racers turn out for this climb and nearly 300 teams compete against each other in this 69 story tower race.Did you know that tower racing is known as the hardest sport in the world? This is … [Read more...]
Is Running at Redline Killing You?
Meet Fred, 58 years old, who:Eats the Standard American Diet (SAD). Has a desk job. Watches a TV show (or two) each day. Is usually too tired for exercise. Has "normal" blood work numbers (cholesterol, blood pressure, glucose, etc.)Is he just "lucky" or genetically "gifted?"Check out the video below to learn how … [Read more...]
Hydration is the most important healthy habit, it must be “clean!”
Anyone who knows me, knows what a huge fan I am of hydration, but the type of water we drink is just as important. I only drink filtered water because what they put in our water is sick and wrong. And it 's making us sick, fat and dumb. Fluoride in the water is the biggest offender, so be sure to watch the video below for some great info … [Read more...]
New Xercise Record This Year?
America is on the edge of a new record! This summer, Americans might set a new record in Xercise participation.Gallup surveys have shown a seasonal trend in exercise, with the peak number of workouts happening in the summer.In June 2015, 55.5% of Americans reported some form of regular Xercise, setting a record for recent … [Read more...]
The Big, Huge Story on How Our Country Got So Fat
I'm going to apologize ahead of time for this big-as* long post, but people have questions - especially those people with big as*es, who are doing everything "right," according to following the US dietary guidelines and are frustrated as heck. This isn't a short answer and the history has to be explained in order to understand why and … [Read more...]
Getting Strong and Lean After Menopause
Yes, it's possible, even though it might not feel like it at times. In fact, many women feel like they are going backwards once menopause hits. They feel like they are getting weaker and fatter and there's nothing they can do about it. Well, there is a solution and it's backed by real science.It's actually pretty easy for some, but … [Read more...]
Organic, X Gym Approved Meal Delivery!
Finally! An organic meal delivery company that creates meals within the X Gym nutrition parameters!I've been looking high and low to find a company to help busy X Gymers with meal prep and delivery, but until now, they either weren't organic, weren't fully cooked (maybe par-baked), or didn't offer the right kind of macronutrient … [Read more...]
X Gym Testimonial – It’s so much more than a workout studio!
X Gym has changed my life in more ways than just getting strong, toned and fit... … [Read more...]
X Gym Dominates the Seattle/Portland Double Header Stair Race
The end of January brings a unique double header stair race every year, which involves the 40 floor Seattle race on Saturday and then the 40 floor Portland race on Sunday in the same weekend.Portland is only a 3 hour drive (or 4 hour train ride) to the south of Seattle, so it's a fun double-header challenge for about a dozen people … [Read more...]
Resolution Revolution Workshop
The workshop went great! For those of you who missed it, here is a PDF link to the workbook: Resolution Revolution Workshop Workbook And here is the video of the workshop:Enjoy!P.S. If you would like to be added to the Facebook support group of people who attended the workshop or have watched the above video and have filled out … [Read more...]
Grand Opening Party for the Eastside X Gym!
And you're invited! We would love to see you there! Just RSVP in one of these ways:Facebook: Click here Eventbrite: Click here Email: pj@xgym.comAnd you're in! … [Read more...]
Setting up the MINDBODY App (Optional)
You can always sign up for sessions and classes from any computer with internet access, but if you would like the option of signing scheduling from the convenience of your smartphone follow the directions below:Download the MINDBODY Connect App (currently available for Android and Apple smartphones). Once the app has downloaded, … [Read more...]
Signing Up For Sessions and Classes Online
Having already created your login credentials for MINDBODY, you can now start scheduling personal training appointments or group classes! In the MINDBODY system any group or personal training appointment is considered a “class.” To schedule yourself for either, simply complete the following steps:Go to the following link and sign in … [Read more...]
Exercise Machines Vs. Functional Body Training
We had the latest and greatest exercise machines at our Kirkland X Gym, but research showed us that machines aren't necessary and in most cases, are downright harmful to the kind of fitness our clients are after. When we moved the Kirkland gym 2.5 miles south to a better and bigger location, we didn't take the machines with us. We either … [Read more...]
What to Expect at X Gym (Group Training Version)
By PJ Glassey, CSCSWelcome to X Gym! As you probably already know (or at least have heard by now), you will be experiencing many new concepts here, so this first article is designed to help you understand the ones you need to know about first. These include:What it means to be part of the X Gym "Tribe." Understanding … [Read more...]