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how to increase my stamina upto highest level.
Kamal, you can ask me multiple questions in one entry. As I understand you are trying to gain weight, increase stamina and be healthy without lifting weights. If the reason is because you don't have the money for a gym I would like to lead you to this awesome web site. Some of the exercises use machines but many can be done at home with very little weight equipment. The site is http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/exercise_demos.asp?exercise_type=
All the things you seek come with eating good food and movement. Lifting is a good thing but bodyweight exercises work just as well. Many forms of exercise like martial arts will keep the body toned and well.
Do something...it is better than sitting around.
Karen
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Karen Fili Sullivan
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Karen has more than 20 years experience and can help with lifting technique, muscle recovery, weight loss, body building and powerlifting. She has been certified by AFPA as a Personal Trainer and four years ago acquired a certification from the same agency as a Post Rehabilitative Exercise Specialist. Any recommendations or advice rendered are based on fitness information as specified by the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Fitness Professionals and Associates. Follow her Blog on http://karenfilisullivan.com
Experience
Almost 25 years coaching and training. Wow! I feel old. Before that I was a competitive bodybuilder and powerlifter (ask my Chiropractor -- he can tell you). I have trained kids ages 12 to 89. From sports specific training to stroke rehabilitation. I love helping people move more gracefully, powerfully and safely.
Education/Credentials
English with a Journalism concentration was my college education. My training has been with my mentor, Jack Michaels, ACSM and professor at the College of William and Mary. My certifications are with the American Fitness Professionals and Associates. I hold a certification as a Personal Trainer and a Post Rehabilitation Exercise Expert (Isn't that a mouth full). My continuing education requirements have been fulfilled at a number of organizations and are monitored by AFPA. I keep my Red Cross CPR and First Aid current.
Past/Present Clients
Clients include athletes training for marathons, mountain climbing and general weight loss. In addition I have clients troubled with COPD, Fibromyalgia, and Parkinsons as well as stroke rehab. She was the Strength and Conditioning coach for Williamsburg Aquatic Club, a USA Swim Team, in Williamsburg, Virginia for 3 years.
Karen is presently working at Main Street Gym in Historic St. Charles, Missouri where she teaches Pilates and continues her work with clients. Her training reaches across the country with her long distance Body Restoration eTraining. Her dedication to fitness reaches into the nutritional supplementation with Shaklee products. She only works with clients who add nutritional supplementation to their training. Read more of her story on www.shaklee.net/BodyRestoration
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