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Introducing our Fitness Center Operations Manager

February 26, 2013 - 5:00PM

We are happy to welcome Bryan Hill as Fitness Center Operations Manager, our newest addition to the Fitness Team! Bryan is a native Californian, born and raised in the Bay area. . . more

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Shape Up Snapshot:  Ball Wall Squat

By Vaughn Kastor, MA, Exercise Physiologist

October 09, 2012 - 9:00AM

Fall is in the air which means winter mountain play isn’t far behind. Get your body into gear and start prepping for the snowy slopes with this easy-to-execute exercise!
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Muscle Confusion Training:  Fitness Benefits both Muscular and Neuromuscular

By Ron A. Edmondson, OPT, CPT, CSCS, Exercise Specialist

August 17, 2012 - 9:00AM

As an Exercise Physiologist and Sports Psychologist, I have had the opportunity to train athletes (pro/amateur), teenagers, seniors and individuals with special needs. What I have found to be the most impressive variable to allow prolonged muscular/neuromuscular adaptation is challenging muscles and both the Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS). . . more

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Shape Up Snapshots:  Bench Dip

March 20, 2012 - 6:00PM

Want to get a jump start on your summer beach body and get in to tank top shape? Try this easy-to-do-anywhere exercise to start toning and firming your triceps:
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Stay in shape over the holidays, California-style with Four Seasons Westlake Village

By Vaughn Kastor, MA, Exercise Physiologist

December 22, 2011 - 12:00PM

It’s the holiday season—hooray! What a great time to enjoy family, friends…and put on a few extra pounds. That’s right, why do you think we all make New Year’s resolutions?

Here’s an idea: make your promise a bit early and have it include fun and family time, mixed in with a bit of exercise.
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Guest blog features comments on the Dole Health Summit

Jan from Cranky Fitness.

December 13, 2011 - 9:00AM

A couple weeks ago I was lucky enough to attend the "2011 Dole Healthy Lifestyle Summit" at the Four Seasons Westlake Village, sponsored by the Dole Nutrition Institute and the California Health and Longevity Institute. I had such a great time and came back with so much amazing information that I immediately cranked out 7 Facebook status updates, 5 blog posts, and 183 tweets... (I wish! Actually, I totally freaked out and avoided writing anything at all.) But since I'm sincerely hoping to get invited to blogger events in the future, I thought it might be time to cough up something in the way of a Dole recap.
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Guest Blog:  Healthy Tips for Road Warriors

Joanie Miskowiec, Manager of Purchasing, Meetings and Events at MotivAction

December 05, 2011 - 9:00AM

I’ve been fortunate to have seen two presentations recently on staying healthy on the road – the first one by the California Health & Longevity Institute (at the Site International Conference) and the second by Dr. Pam Peeke (at the Ritz-Carlton Key Account Event). The following may not be new concepts for you – but hopefully at least helpful reminders:
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Target Heart Rate: A Reliable Measure of Exercise Effort?

By Michael Brazeal, M.A., Director of Fitness

August 25, 2011 - 5:00PM

Most fitness enthusiasts have heard the term “Target Heart Rate” or “Training Heart Rate Zone”. These interchangeable terms refer to the intensity of cardio or aerobic exercise training. In other words, the effort and physical exertion as measured by taking your pulse or heart rate during aerobic exercise. . . more

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CHLI Makes a Hollywood Debut!

May 27, 2011 - 3:00PM

Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition
Monday, May 30th at 10pm, ABC will be debuting a series of transformational stories about obese individuals as they reclaim their health and wellness. California Health & Longevity Institute is proud to have hosted these 8 brave participants during pivotal moments on their journeys. . . more

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Breathing for Relaxation

By Michael Brazeal, M.A., Director of Fitness

May 19, 2011 - 9:00AM

Breathing is the movement of air to and from the environment and our lungs. This simple action that we take for granted is responsible for the oxygenation of our cells and tissues while removing waste. This is an autonomic nervous function, or, in other words, we don’t have to think about it or remember to breathe. Interestingly, it’s also the only function in our body that we can voluntarily exert control over to manage things like stress and tension. . . more

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Getting to the Core of the Matter

By Michael Brazeal, M.A., Director of Fitness

April 05, 2011 - 4:00PM

The latest buzz in the fitness industry is core training, or spinal stabilization. Despite this recent gain in recognition, very few people understand what the core really is or how to properly and effectively train it. Loosely defined, the core is described as the body minus the extremities (arms and legs), and is made up of several different muscle groups which can be divided into two parts: the outer core and the inner core. . . more

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The Truth Behind Spot Reduction

By James Kohler, M.S., CSCS, Exercise Physiologist

March 23, 2011 - 8:00AM

A common fitness myth is that training a particular muscle group will burn body fat for that targeted area of the body, otherwise known as spot reduction. An example of this is performing crunches to decrease subcutaneous abdominal fat. Countless people focus on performing hundreds of crunches hoping to develop washboard abs. However, empirical data indicates this is a false presumption. . . more

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Shape Up Snapshots:  Mountain Climber

By Laurie Streff, Exercise Specialist

March 09, 2011 - 5:00PM

The Mountain Climber is a great opportunity to strengthen and condition your entire body. When done correctly, your abdominals are activated and engaged which helps keep your form correct (ankles, knees, hips and shoulders in line – try to keep your hips from rising too high during each repetition). As in any exercise, breathing is important, so aim to use a rhythm that works for you. . . more

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Shape Up Snapshots: Quadruped

By Laurie Streff, Exercise Specialist

January 21, 2011 - 5:00PM

Core stabilization is an important part of the foundation of your fitness program and fortunately, can be done anywhere you go!

Incorporating this easy-to-execute exercise improves the muscular structure in your lower back (the spinal erectors), your abdominals and helps strengthen your deltoids. Start by performing 5 - 8 repetitions of the Quadruped, holding each rep for a count of five, for 1 - 3 sets. . . more

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Simple Math for Weight Loss - Calories In and Calories Out

By James Kohler, M.S., CSCS, Exercise Physiologist

December 10, 2010 - 5:00PM

In essence, the concept of weight loss is proper energy balance. By expending more calories than you intake, you create a calorie deficit and weight loss occurs. If you consume more calories than you burn in a day, you are in a positive energy state, or a calorie surplus. When you have a calorie surplus, the extra energy will be stored as fat regardless of the macronutrient type, or food source. Weight is maintained when calorie intake and expenditure are equal. . . more

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No Weights, No Gym - No Problem!

By Michael Brazeal, M.A., Director of Fitness

October 01, 2010 - 1:00PM

There is no excuse not to exercise! It’s not necessary to use weights or machines to gain muscular strength - you can use your own body weight as resistance and get the same benefit that you would by lifting weights. Push-ups and pull-ups are great examples of unsupported exercises that use body weight as resistance and replicate movement patterns that we experience in everyday life. . . more

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Shape Up Snapshots: Bridge

By Laurie Streff, Exercise Specialist

August 10, 2010 - 3:19PM

Add this easy-to-do-anywhere stabilization exercise to your core routine, and you'll quickly feel the benefits, especially in the low back and hips. The bridge targets and strengthens the important deep tissue muscles that enhance your spinal alignment and lumbar region. These muscles are especially important when bending forward and when lifting. Start by performing the bridge 3 - 5 times, for 2 - 3 sets, holding each bridge for a count of 5. . . more

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Shape Up Snapshots: Floor Plank

By Laurie Streff, Exercise Specialist

April 05, 2010 - 5:00PM

Try this exercise that you can do anywhere to strengthen the power-house of your body, your core. Core exercises are essential for maintaining good posture and spinal integrity. Start with performing 3 planks a day, 4-5 times a week, for 10 seconds at a time. Progress gradually so that you are able to hold your planks for up to 30 seconds. You may also add a balance challenge while performing your planks by lifting one leg off the floor at a time. . . more

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Heart Disease Awareness

By Michael Brazeal, M.A., Director of Fitness

February 26, 2010 - 9:16AM

February is Heart Disease Awareness Month. To remain heart healthy, one of the areas you can proactively address is lifestyle change. At the forefront is exercise. It is well documented that regular exercise has powerful benefits and is proven to be effective at reducing health risk.

With aggressive exercise, heart disease can be held in check (and even reversed). . . more

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Myofascial Release

By Michael Brazeal, M.A., Director of Fitness

February 05, 2010 - 1:59PM

Feeling sore, stiff and tight after your workout? Can’t make it to the spa for a relaxing massage to soothe those aching muscles? Try one of the best kept secret in the fitness industry - foam rolling - to reduce tender spots and trigger points caused by myofascial pain. . . more

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What is Body Composition?

By Michael Brazeal, M.A., Director of Fitness

October 29, 2009 - 9:00AM

There is a pervasive obsession with vanity and body weight throughout our culture. This obsession contributes to a billion-dollar weight loss industry with countless products and programs that promise to unlock the secret to losing weight. Let's face it: thin is in and fat is out. . . more

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Functional Fitness Training

by Michael Brazeal, M.A., Director of Fitness, and Laurie Streff, Exercise Specialist

September 04, 2009 - 11:00AM

What is Functional Training? Simply put, it is exercise training that helps prepare you for your everyday functions, activities and movements of life. Do we really need washboard abs or buns of steel? This cosmetic approach has more to do with looks rather than function and performance. Most of us certainly don't have the enormous amount of time and energy it would take to achieve for a body builder's physique. . . more

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