The all too common expression, “going downhill” has become ingrained into the American psyche, so much so that many seniors believe that becoming frail and decrepit is a natural part of the aging process. However, the research and our experience providing in-home personal fitness training to seniors suggests otherwise. What The Experts Are Saying While[…]
10,000 Steps a Day Seem Impossible? It’s Easier Than You Think
It became conventional wisdom in many fitness circles a few years ago that we should all try to take 10,000 steps a day. But is 10,000 really a magical number? It actually is. A study in JAMA Neurology found that walking about 10,000 steps a day was linked to less cardiovascular disease (heart disease, stroke[…]
Let’s Talk About Salt: Part 3 Heart Healthy Salt Alternatives
So your doctor tells you that you have to lower your salt intake. Now what? Rita, Scarborough, health support chef and Benefit Personal Training subject matter expert, has just what the doctor ordered. Rita Scarborough, owner of Rita’s Kitchn’, sets us straight on salt. She explains how salt impacts the body positively and negatively and[…]
Lets Talk About Salt: Part 2 Looking at Those Labels
Welcome to part 2 of our “Salt Talk”. Most of the salt that we consume as Americans is found in packaged food. Health supportive chef Rita Scarborough, instructs us on the importance of looking at the labels before we buy. Rita Scarborough, BeneFit Personal Training subject matter expert and owner of Rita’s Kitchn’, sets us[…]
Let’s Talk About Salt: Part 1 How Sodium Impacts Your Body
Baseball may be America’s favorite past time..but salt, is by far America’s favorite seasoning. The problem is that Americans consume much more than we should. This can often lead to a host of health problems including high blood pressure and heart disease. So the question is how much is too much and how can we[…]
She’s Wrapped & Ready to Roll!
Now that her 2012 Nissan Juke has been transformed into a mobile billboard, Richmond area franchisee, Torski Dobson- Arnold, will be promoting her BeneFit franchise every time she hits the road. Oh what a feeling!!! Can you tell she’s exited. And we’re excited for her. Congratulations Torski for making this investment in the success of[…]
Want to Accelerate Your Progress? Try Working Out With Your Partner
Love is in the air… and while you can’t live on love and fresh air alone, you can definitely rely on love to help you boost your fitness and exercise routines. Don’t believe us? There’s a ton of evidence to prove that working out with your romantic partner or spouse can help you stick to[…]
Hanukkah Holiday Special
Do you have a special person on your shopping list that you haven’t checked off yet? Consider getting them their very own personal trainer. Purchase a package of 8 or more and receive a free session with purchase. Offer is valid through December 31. May not be combined with any other offer. Call us at[…]
BeneFit Personal Training Welcomes New Richmond Area Franchisee
Haddon Twp, Nov 9, 2022– BeneFit Personal Training (BPT), the nation’s largest in-home senior fitness training company, is thrilled to welcome Torski Dobson- Arnold as our newest addition to the BeneFit Personal Training franchisee network. Dobson- Arnold, whose business will be serving the Richmond Virginia market, including the Mechanicsville, Eastern Henrico and Richmond areas, brings[…]
Aging Well? Our Healthy Aging Checklist Will Help You See How You Stack Up.
Despite common misconceptions, aging well is not simply function of luck or genetics. There are several proactive things that we all can do to help us age well and in some cases stave off many of the negative affects of aging. Review our “Aging Well Checklist” to see how you stack up. Commit to an[…]