I have a private Personal Training studio in Austin, Texas, in my home. I will also go to my clients homes - and will bring any apparatus if its needed. I believe in a balance of muscle toning/strengthening, flexibility, and cardio/aerobic exercises that are fun and bring results. I also offer expertise and experience in proper and effective nutrition plans for ideal body weight and weight loss, without deprivation. Each clients program and sessions are geared to them personally, to fit into their lifestyle, to be long lasting and effective.Zone Bars as Snack or Quick Meal
When it’s time for a snack between meals (or quick fix if you missed a meal) it may not be convenient or easy if you’re on the run, to put your hands on a piece of fresh fruit, or grab a handful of nuts. That’s where Zone Perfect bars come in handy. There are many types of ‘bars’ on the market; some I’m okay with, many others not so much. This blog is about Zone Perfect Bars specifically. They’re easy on the run for breakfast, for between meal snacks, to stick in your briefcase, purse, glove compartment, gym bag or trunk. They come in fruit, chocolate covered, yogurt covered, oatmeal, peanut butter, etc. My personal favs are Fudge Graham, Chocolate Caramel Crisp and Cranberry Orange Crunch (num). They can be found usually in the vitamin isle, versus the sports protein bars and drinks isle.
I like them for their namesake, “zone” as they don’t knock your blood sugar out of whack; keeping you in the good blood sugar zone, because they’re a balance of carbs, protein and fat, entering your blood stream slowly. Well, speaking of ‘balance’, I’ll recommend one other bar here that keeps you in the zone, called “Balance Bars”. They’re a different texture for some variety, and these also come in several flavors.
No reason to go long periods without eating or miss a meal, when you can stash a few of these! Costco type places sell them too, in higher quantity for a lower price.
Keep that blood sugar level…don’t skip meals; have snacks!
Happy Friday,
Margo
One of my favorite pieces of equipment is the BOSU, which means Both Sides Up, or Both Sides Utilized. There are probably a hundred or more ways to use this thing if you’re really clever. I like how it challenges stability while standing, laying or sitting on it, as it recruits more core and ‘balancing’ muscles. Many of you have used this with me dozens of different ways, the flat side and the soft side. You’ve experienced how effective it is in supporting your back when horizontal, allowing safer, greater range of motion when working on those abs! It’s great for novice to seasoned exercisers. No, I don’t get a kickback from the BOSU folks; I’m just plugging an effective and fun tool, if you’re considering purchasing something and not sure what to get. This is just one of many options for home equipment that I’ve discussed on this blog. I will continue to update with new ideas; feel free to email me with any questions on this or other “stuff” you may want to purchase, (or already have and don’t know how to use). 
