Authored by ZenRock Personal Trainer, Nikki Zhao | Check out Nikki’s bio to learn more about her! The holiday season often presents rich celebratory meals and the potential for heightened stress from parties, visiting with extended family, and other individual stressors. We would like to offer you some tips on how to stay active and […]
Nikki’s Story
Hello! My name is Nikki Zhao and I recently joined ZenRock Fitness as a Personal Trainer. Here is my story of how I came to appreciate and love fitness. It is also why I want to help others improve their health and reach their wellness goals on their unique journey. By the time my second […]
Change Champions
Authored by ZenRock Personal Trainer, Mark Tuttle | Check out Mark’s bio to learn more about him! Change is uncomfortable. Whether it’s moving to a new home, picking up a challenging hobby, or even taking a detour when you miss your exit – change can be stressful. Maybe you’re the type of person who embraces […]
Guest Post: The Benefits of Massage After Exercise
We all want to live healthy lives in our best physical states. We also know how exercise can improve your heart health, manage or reduce your risk of diabetes, boost your confidence, and even help you sleep better. But did you know that receiving a massage after working out has its own set of benefits? […]
Don’t Forget to Hydrate!
Authored by ZenRock Personal Trainer, Britt McWilliams | Check out Britt’s bio to learn more about her! Be honest…do you think you drink enough water? We hear about the importance of consuming water all the time for proper hydration. But do we really know why? It’s quite simple…water is the life source for all bodily […]
Personal Training to Prevent Workout-Related Injury
One benefit to working with a personal trainer that may not be top-of-mind for many is injury prevention. In this blog post, we explain why working out with a personal trainer can help you reach your fitness goals while minimizing the risk of getting injured. We aim for our clients to feel great and enjoy […]
Scrumptious Smoothies, Part 3: Favorite Trainer Recipes
Authored by ZenRock Personal Trainer, Heidi Ellis | Check out Heidi’s bio to learn more about her! This is the final post in our Scrumptious Smoothie series. After all this talk about smoothies, we thought it would be fun to highlight some of our favorites! Here are a few ZenRock trainer classics. Nova’s Favorite 1/3 […]
Scrumptious Smoothies, Part 2: Meal Prep
Authored by ZenRock Personal Trainer, Heidi Ellis | Check out Heidi’s bio to learn more about her! In our last blog, we talked a bit about smoothie nutrition. With so many ingredients, it can be overwhelming to take all the things out and put them away every time you want a smoothie. It is also […]
Scrumptious Smoothies, Part 1: For Health and Enjoyment
Authored by ZenRock Personal Trainer, Heidi Ellis | Check out Heidi’s bio to learn more about her! Let’s talk about smoothies! Smoothies are a great way to get a ton of nutrients quickly and on-the-go. However, not all smoothies are created equally. Often, smoothies found at retail chains are full of added ingredients and sugars. […]
Healthy Eating on a Budget
Authored by ZenRock Personal Trainer, Nick Ray | Check out Nick’s bio to learn more about him! We know how tough it can be to eat healthy in today’s world, especially with the high cost of food prices. But we’re here to tell you that eating well doesn’t have to break the bank! With a […]
Science Behind Exercise and its Effects on Mental Health
Authored by ZenRock Personal Trainer, Nick Ray | Check out Nick’s bio to learn more about him! We want to share some exciting news with you about the science behind exercise and its effects on mental health. You may already know that exercise offers a wide variety of physical benefits, such as increased cardiovascular health, […]
Mindfulness Meditation for Stress Management
Authored by ZenRock Personal Trainer, Nick Ray | Check out Nick’s bio to learn more about him! At ZenRock, our passion is helping people live their best lives. But with stress and anxiety levels on the rise, it’s more difficult than ever to find ways to manage our mental well-being. That’s why we want to […]