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How to Do Your First Pushup

The first video in our new education series called NLF TV! In the first episode of NLF TV, our personal trainer, Darren Irving, will be demonstrating two exercises to master in order to be able to do your first pushup. Darren uses these two pushup progressions to help his clients do his first pushups. Once […]


New Service: Body Sleek Boutique

Body Sleek Boutique is the newest addition to the Next Level Fitness building. Angela Page, owner of Body Sleek Boutique has teamed up with Next Level Fitness and Wellness Center to open its doors behind the bootcamp area. Endermologie, Body Sleek Boutique’s primary service, is an FDA approved and scientifically researched therapy that helps with […]


Wounded Warriors Thanksgiving Fundraising Drive

Starting on November 1st, we are having a Wounded Warriors Thanksgiving fundraising drive! We are selling raffle tickets starting at $1 for the chance to win a turkey for Thanksgiving (a $50 value). There are three (3) turkeys up for grabs! You can make your donations for a raffle ticket at the front desk. Other than […]


Why Personal Training Gets The Quickest Results: Part 2

Are you among the group of people who are totally confused and overwhelmed regarding their health issues? Is the reason behind this confusion the bulk of junky “fitness plans” and “amazing diets” out in the market? If these all are your problems then you need a personal trainer, which can provide you with proper directions. […]


Why Personal Training Gets the Quickest Results

Effective and successful personal training begins with strong and “SMART” goal planning. With this said, what are the benefits of personal training? Sure, we can plan a set of goals to follow with a proper course of action, but personal training is the key component to unlocking our fitness progress and potential. Personal trainers are […]


10 SMART Workout Tips: The Secret to Staying Motivated

10 S.M.A.R.T Workout Tips for 2013 Welcome to the New Year 2013! Let’s start the New Year on track to reach your fitness goals. The key to success and fitness success is setting “SMART” goals. These are goals that are Specific, Meaningful, Attainable, Relevant, and Timely. Each person will have a unique set of fitness […]



Rhodiola: A Popular Dietary Supplement

Rhodiola is a type of plant that has become increasingly popular as a dietary supplement, used to naturally increase energy levels. It’s been used as a folk remedy in many countries for centuries, and has in recent years become available for purchase almost anywhere that supplements, vitamins, and medication are sold. WHAT DOES IT DO? Rhodiola […]


The Skinny on Artificial Sweeteners

Artificial sweeteners have become a popular solution for many people looking to cut calories and sugar from their diets, without sacrificing the flavor of sweet foods and beverages they enjoy. But there’s also a lot of suspicion about the health effects of consuming artificial sweeteners, especially over a long-term period. What’s the truth?  Are these […]


Eating Too Much or Too Little: Serving Size

Here’s a true story that happened to me recently.  I was doing some grocery shopping and decided to treat myself to an individual pizza for “one”. I found a nice-looking one in the freezer, and pulled it out to check its nutritional content.  Sure enough, the calories, sodium, and fat were all reasonable, so I […]