Modern Fitness Trends III
AN INTERVIEW WITH:
STEVE ELBOGEN FITNESS TRAINER

Steve Elbogen Interview Part III

Interviewer: Steve what is your current outlook on exercise and fitness in general?

Steve: Most people want to be fit. They just don’t seem to find the wherewithal to put out the time and effort that exercise requires to get there. This, of course, leads to a downward spiral to the unfit. As often happens, unrealistic expectations lead to a feeling of failure that quickly ends the process almost before it begins. Here is a perspective to maintain that often helps folks stay on track; it likely took years to get so unfit. Yet it only takes months to get to a modicum level of fitness. Sometimes-even weeks if you are willing to work a little harder. Time is not a valid issue, so don’t even try. I’ve developed many techniques that totally refute the oft-used time excuse. If you want it – we’ve got it. If you don’t – wear it, and quit whining about it.

Interviewer: What do you feel will work with a woman's special needs in mind?

Steve:  There are so many health issues for women When considering women's fitness that are laid to rest by maintaining a good level of fitness. But vanity is still the Queen of Reasons. It all starts with walking – the simplest, cheapest, yet rewarding activity. From here on is where the confusion begins to hinder the process. Simplicity is one of the main ingredients to a long-term fitness program. The more complex it gets, the less likely the program will be kept up. I have developed one of the simplest, yet effective programs available. The equipment needs are at a bare minimum. Time excuses are out the window. And you are empowered with your fitness level of choosing for the rest of your capable days. Don’t waste another minute, get to it now!

 

Interviewer: What can you share about kids fitness equipment?

Steve: The best fitness equipment for kids was taken off the playgrounds years ago – monkey bars, pull-up bars, and climbing ropes. It has been proven that kids who can pull their own weight are rarely overweight. The correlation seems obvious; the bars are gone and childhood obesity is pandemic. The fact that we drive them everywhere certainly hasn’t helped either. Fitness has to be a simple part of their lifestyles with mandatory participation. Here’s how simple it can be – pull your weight, and run around the block (several times). Everything else complicates the situation, and gives too many kids and parents a myriad of excuses not to do anything. If nothing else, remember this; ‘kids do what you do, not what you say’. Do I have to spell it out? Get off your butt and show them the way.

Interviewer: Why did you decide on developing a product that was portable instead of something to be used in a gym?

Steve: The best chance for a successful fitness program is to exercise at home. It eliminates virtually every excuse you’ve been using thus far. The obvious obstacle would be space and equipment affordability. There are very simple solutions for both (www.flowbar.net) is just one of many. The best reason of all, of course, is the kids can join you and everyone stays healthy together. Even if they think it is silly at first, I promise you, they will join in shortly. I have witnessed this over and over. Of course family walks and bike rides are paramount. Cheap, fun, healthy entertainment. Can we go outside and play now?

In our next interview Mr. Elbogen will share some practical tips on how to have success in sticking with your exercise routine.

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