Long Hours Behind the Desk, Do These 3 Exercises

Working behind the computer can take a toll on the body. Constantly leaning forward, even when you try not to and after ergonomically setting up your workspace. Desk and computers are here to stay, therefore you need a plan to make sure time spent working does beat up your body. I have 3 simple exercises that you can do that will undo the negative effects of being behind a desk. Get these implemented. You will feel the results immediately and your body will thank you.

Dr. Arland Hill

Functional Nutrition

Harvest Hills Ranch
https://www.harvesthillsranch.com/
Grass-Fed and Finished Beef
Pasture Raised Chicken
Free Range Duck and Chicken Eggs

Where Should I Buy Home Gym Equipment?

There are as many different places to buy home gym equipment as there are pieces of home gym equipment. The list seems endless. The key is striking the balance between quality and cost to match your situation. I am going to share with you a few positive experiences that I have had with equipment. This is focused mostly on equipment you would consider when starting out. Lastly, if you are in Southeast Texas, I have two options for you that can save on shipping, which you have to consider when purchasing gym equipment.

Please note, I have received no compensation / remunerations for the content in this video. I am not an affiliate of any of the companies mentioned.

Dr. Arland Hill

Functional Nutrition

Harvest Hills Ranch
https://www.harvesthillsranch.com/
Grass-Fed and Finished Beef
Pasture Raised Chicken
Free Range Duck and Chicken Eggs

Considerations When Deciding Where to Workout

Let’s go to the gym so I can learn to use the equipment. Wait, it will be crowded at the time I could go. I know, I will start working out at home. Hold on, I really don’t know what I am doing. Maybe I should head over to the new local small workout center since there will not be many people there. But them trainers will be hassling me to sign up for a training package. I have to workout, but I so confused on where to go. If this is the mental game you have played on yourself, sit tight and watch this video. Having worked out in most every type of workout environment you can imagine, let’s talk about what you need to consider to find the right location for you.

Dr. Arland Hill

Functional Nutrition

Harvest Hills Ranch
https://www.harvesthillsranch.com/
Grass-Fed and Finished Beef
Pasture Raised Chicken
Free Range Duck and Chicken Eggs

What Stops You From Starting to Exercise

You were going to start exercising, but here are you another year down the road and still without an exercise routine. Why? Leah and I are going to tackle exactly what is stopping you from exercising. You may ask how we know how to direct you on this. The answer is that you are not alone. We have seen many before you that had a hard time getting started and they are some common reasons. Fortunately they have solutions.

Dr. Arland Hill

Functional Nutrition

Harvest Hills Ranch
https://www.harvesthillsranch.com/
Grass-Fed and Finished Beef
Pasture Raised Chicken
Free Range Duck and Chicken Eggs

Don’t Beat Yourself Up for Not Being the Younger You

Human nature tricks us into a desire to look back at who we used to be physically and aesthetically. From this we think that since we are not what we used to be and as a result we are “less than”. Unfortunately this mindset influences out workouts as well and inhibits us from proceeding forward. Let’s talk about how to avoid looking back and focus on moving forward. Only then can you change physically, and mentally.

Dr. Arland Hill

Functional Nutrition

Harvest Hills Ranch
https://www.harvesthillsranch.com/
Grass-Fed and Finished Beef
Pasture Raised Chicken
Free Range Duck and Chicken Eggs

Body Weight Exercises – 5 Best Lower Body Exercises to Start With

We have talked enough about the mental approach to exercise. Now it’s time to delve into the physical part. These 5 exercises are my go to exercises for building a safe and effective workout program. The best part is that these 5 movements will continue to be part of your program no matter how advanced you become. These are basic movements, but highly effective.

Each exercise is reviewed in detail with ideas of how to vary the movement to match your capability. I also give you the most common mistakes to avoid so you can maximize your return on time invested and not risk injury.

Dr. Arland Hill

Functional Nutrition

Harvest Hills Ranch
https://www.harvesthillsranch.com/
Grass-Fed and Finished Beef
Pasture Raised Chicken
Free Range Duck and Chicken Eggs

What is the Right Workout Intensity for You?

Knowing when to push and knowing when to back off is key to having years of productive workouts. Let’s take a look at the ways to know if your intensity is right for you.

Dr. Arland Hill

Functional Nutrition

Harvest Hills Ranch
https://www.harvesthillsranch.com/
Grass-Fed and Finished Beef
Pasture Raised Chicken
Free Range Duck and Chicken Eggs

The Talk Test – Is Your Intensity High Enough?

This is the simplest to test to determine if you are working out at a high enough intensity and challenging yourself. Funny thing is I came up with this purely by accident and off the cuff when talking with a patient one day. The Talk Test is straightforward and easy to implement alone or with a workout partner. Let me demonstrate in this video.

 

Dr. Arland Hill

Functional Nutrition

Harvest Hills Ranch
https://www.harvesthillsranch.com/
Grass-Fed and Finished Beef
Pasture Raised Chicken
Free Range Duck and Chicken Eggs

Grass Fed Labels for Beef and Dairy – The True Meaning

When should you settle on the term grass fed and when should you want more? Wait, there is more than grass fed? There is and it makes a difference whether we are talking about beef or dairy. Let me explain. It is directly related to why we use the term grass finished here at Harvest Hills Ranch.

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Best Time of Day to Exercise – Not the Same for Everyone

So you like to workout in the morning, but your spouse prefers the evening. Who will have better workouts? When you are deciding on the time of day to establish a consistent exercise routine, here are a couple of things to consider to make your workouts even better.

Dr. Arland Hill

Dr. Arland Hill

Functional Nutrition

Harvest Hills Ranch
https://www.harvesthillsranch.com/
Grass-Fed and Finished Beef
Pasture Raised Chicken
Free Range Duck and Chicken Eggs