Do you take ownership of your failures? What about your successes? Recently PFP’s spell out Phil Kaplan* explored the possibility of being response-able. He wrote about how children play the blame game and don’t own up to their actions. As adults we are suppose to take responsibility for our actions, including when we achieve and fail to achieve our goals. Look at the words “response” and “able”. It means you are able to respond. Not ignore.
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Calling all fitness professionals! PFP’s spell out just released September/October 2012 issue features the all-new Harbinger Women’s Foam Core Belt. Check out page 30 for a brief description and image of our stylish pink and black belt. The belt has been specifically designed for women and is coming to a store near you soon. It is already available for purchase online at Bodybuilding.com and ShapeItUp.com. Did you know as a certified fitness trainer, instructor or coach,
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You just bought that new training gear you’ve had your eye, and now what? Are you thinking to yourself “I wish there was a video for this”? Some wishes DO come true…Harbinger has posted new videos that offer easy, step-by-step instructions for exercises you can do with Harbinger’s Balance/Resistance gear. Just released in conjunction with Harbinger’s new website, our new exercise videos for the Balance Trainer, PowerAmp™ Cables and PowerAmp™ 8 feature certified personal trainers showing
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Do you live near or in one of America’s fittest cities? June’s issue of SHAPE magazine lists the Top 10 fittest cities in America, according to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM): Minneapolis,MN Washington,DC Boston,MA San Francisco,CA Hartford,CT Sacramento,CA Portland,OR Seattle,WA Denver,CO Austin,TX Some features of a “fit city” are things we can work towards in our own hometowns: Build bike parking:Bostoninstalled 1,500 bike parking spaces. Create cycling lanes: petition your city to create safe
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American Idol was an overnight sensation when it debuted in 2002. In its 6th season, Jordin Sparks took home the grand prize… and life has not been the same since for thisArizona native. Shape magazine’s August 2012 issue features Jordin on the cover with her story on losing weight and getting in shape. Jordin tells Shape that her mantra is “stick with it.” Her workouts begin with 3 minutes of jumping rope, and progresses in to cardio
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Are you dreading the last day of school while your kids are excitedly counting down the days? Are you looking for ways to keep your kids happy and engaged when summer hits? Harbinger says, “Get active with your kids and have fun while getting fit!” American Council on Exercise (ACE) offers us top 5 things to do with your kids that will keep them busy and work on their physical fitness – Bike riding Bicycle
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April showers bring May flowers… a clear sign that Spring is in full bloom and summer right around the corner. Are you ready to hit the beach this summer in your bikini? Is your long awaited vacation a chance to show off all your hard work? If you answered no and are still looking to get swimsuit ready, then look no further.
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We hit 1500 “likes” so …. I’M BACKKKKKK!!!!! Hi everyone — Harbinger founder Dave McCrane here. Like you, we strive to be the best we can be in what we do. While you’re working at it in the gym, on the field, and in your home, we’re looking at how our products can help strengthen your performance. It sounds hokey but we really did start in my garage with a single glove idea. Today, Harbinger products
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Looking for work? Now may be the best time to consider a job in the fitness industry… According to the US News Money report, jobs in the “work-while-you-play” field are on the rise. This is great if you are looking for a flexible schedule and enjoy working with people.
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Don’t think golf is a real sport? Just ask the pros like Vijay Singh, Phil Mickelson or Tiger Woods and you may think differently. The modern game of golf originated in Scotland during the 15th century. Today golf is enjoyed worldwide by all types of people. A 2008 study by Japanese professor Osamu Saito found that the US has more golf courses than any other country with 17,672. Hollywood also has an interest – with blockbusters
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