This is the 2nd part of an interview I did with Kim Burly, a Fresno native doing a blog series titled “31 Days of Fresno: Who to know in the No.” What would you suggest as a good starting point for someone who is just starting to implement a fitness program after leading a pretty sedentary lifestyle? Actually, that is a loaded question. The normal response is “Just get started. Go to a gym and get your body moving.” Of course, that is not enough and most people need guidance. Hiring a trainer is a great start. Training is expensive but so are the diseases developed from obesity; so really its pay now or pay later. I have quite a few clients I see once a week or every other week to help … Read entire article »

Hey Mom! This is an interview I did with Kim Burly, a Fresno native doing a blog series titled “31 Days of Fresno: Who to know in the No.” It is a little long so I have broken it up into 2 parts. Thank you, Kim! The article, part 1: Its no secret that I really freakin’ love working out. I also like to comb teh internets for fitness blogs and tips for staying motivated to keep a healthy lifestyle. That’s how I found out about Trainer James- imagine my excitement when I discovered that he was a Fresnan to boot! (And we share the same alma mater. Sweet!) This guy is a powerhouse. He blogs, he offers personal training, he challenges people on his Facebook- he’s practically omnipresent with his constant nudging to “Sweat It Out”. This is exactly why … Read entire article »