Get prepared to conquer the holidays.

Philadelphia, PA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 12/23/2016 -- The Holidays can be a difficult time to manage for many reasons; however, Level 1 Fitness has advice for those looking to stay healthy this holiday season! Instead of focusing on foods that are off-limits, appreciate the wealth of food that can be consumed in a healthy, if moderate, way. To prepare for the feasting, make sure to hit the gym hard to build up muscle mass instead of body fat. By following these simple tips, one can still take in the fullness of the holiday rather than worrying over every calorie.

The holiday feast seems like a ticking time bomb of calories but it also offers sources of nutrients and protein that helps keep muscles well-defined. Focus on eating lean meats that are high in protein and low in fat as well as greens that are rich in nutrients, water, and fiber, and aid in digestion. Unfortunately, there are certain foods that should be avoided, particularly starches, including any bread or potato dishes. Go light with the sauces and gravies that normally contain high quantities of sugar, fat, sodium, and extra calories. These nutrition tips still allow a lot of freedom to enjoy holiday goodness!

Level 1 Fitness recommends hitting the gym hard prior to their holiday indulgence. Focus on basic exercises such as pressing, squatting, and deadlifting. Working the basics will help pack on those extra holiday pounds in the form of muscles rather than fat. "Make the holidays work in your favor by turning those big meals and extra nutrients into muscle and not fat," recommends Level 1 owner Frank Calandrino. Consult one of Level 1's experienced personal trainers for more advice on the best exercises during the holiday season.

The holidays may seem daunting to those committed to a healthy lifestyle, however these simple tips from Level 1 Fitness will help make navigation run smoother.

1. Prep for a big meal with a challenging resistance workouts leading up to the feast.
2. Choose lean meats and greens at the dinner table.
3. Skip the heavy starches, gravies, and sauces.
4. Get back to basics after your indulgence by focusing on cardio to burn extra calories.

With these tools under your belt you will not have to loosen your belt at the table. Conquer your fear of holiday fare and enjoy the holidays.

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Philadelphia Gym Offers Holistic View on Wellness

Philadelphia, PA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/22/2016 -- Level 1 Fitness, Old City's upscale alternative gym, opened in 2007 with a specific goal from owner Frank Calandrino: to bring Southern California's holistic approach to fitness to the East Coast. Frank himself lived in Southern California for 10 years and observed the differences between the West Coast conception of fitness as part of a lifestyle and the East Coast's more cyclical relationship to gym culture. Since the Level 1's founding, Frank and his experienced trainers have infused the gym with a holistic path to wellness that broadens to include mental health and nutrition in addition to hitting the gym. This approach has opened up Level 1's client base to a more diverse audience rather than the usual gym rats or bodybuilders to include neighborhood residents looking for fitness to work for them, instead of being a necessary chore.

Originally hailing from Long Island, Frank was introduced to fitness culture while living in its epicenter: Southern California. Between 1990 and 2000, Frank observed and experienced an understanding and appreciation of fitness not frequently found on the East Coast. Instead of only being a bastion for bodybuilders, gyms in, and the general culture of, Southern California have a more laid-back vibe premised on the belief that wellness extends beyond gym visits and obsessive weight loss. Californians, of course, have the benefit of generally pleasant year-round weather that encourages an active outdoor lifestyle of hiking and water sports. "On the East Coast, fitness is more cyclical, such as wanting to get in shape for the summer," Frank observes, "whereas on the West Coast, it's more lifestyle-driven."

When he opened up Level 1 in 2007, Frank endeavored to bring some of the SoCal vibe to Philadelphia. Rather than cater to a select group of gym rats, Level 1 strives to create an upscale atmosphere appealing to a diverse group of clients. "The fitness endeavor can be enjoyable, it doesn't always have to be work," Frank insists. This philosophy is reflected in both the gym's abundant amenities and their approach to personal training. Frank and his trainers help clients understand how exercise can be incorporated into a wider, holistic understanding of lifestyle fitness that also includes nutrition and mental health. Instead of forcing a singular conception of wellness, Level 1 works one-on-one with a diverse range of clients to understand where fitness fits in their lifestyle.

By bringing his unique perspective and experience to the East Coast, owner Frank has created Level 1 Fitness to be welcoming to a diverse clientele. During their intake, new clients are matched with the appropriate trainer for their current fitness level and ultimate goals. Trainers then offer not only relevant training plans, they also encourage clients to take care of their mental wellness and eat more nutritiously. This holistic stance stands Level 1 apart from high pressure, big-box gyms and produces a friendlier and more supportive environment. Level 1 invites new clients to experience a taste of the SoCal lifestyle on the East Coast.

About Level 1 Fitness
Level 1 endeavors to spread a culture of healthy living and emotional well-being achieved through intelligent eating, regular physical activity, and positive mental attitude.

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Philadelphia, PA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/25/2016 -- Level 1 Fitness, Old City's contemporary alternative gym, boasts the only Kinesis wall and Kinesis training in the city of Philadelphia. Kinesis training is centered around Technogym's state-of-the-art Kinesis wall, which is comprised of four panels of machines that create a whole-body fitness experience. By combining cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility training in one session, Kinesis training also improves balance, core strength, and muscular coordination. Kinesis, and all of Level 1's offerings, can benefit participants of any fitness level.

In the center of Level 1's clean, modern interior, an entire area is dedicated to Technogym's unparalleled Kinesis wall. Beneath its sleek surface, the Kinesis wall consists of a closed chain pulley system that users interact with through a combination of grips, cables, and weight stacks.

The cable pulleys allow users to perform a full range of natural motions in any possible direction while maintaining a constant resistance. The resulting resistance training demands engagement from the lower body, core, and upper body. By training multiple fitness components at once, Kinesis training burns up to 30% more calories than normal resistance training.

Avid athletes to those engaged in fitness purely for health benefits can see improvements from using the Kinesis wall. Athletes can perform sports-related motions on the Kinesis wall to assist in their performance on the field. For those with physician approval, Kinesis can be incorporated into rehabilitative exercise on a variety of injured muscles and body areas. Kinesis is also easily integrated into circuit training, which alternates targeted exercises with short rest periods. People of varying fitness abilities can benefit from both Kinesis training and circuit training. Level 1's experienced trainers work one-on-one with clients to create a Kinesis plan best suited for their current physical ability and overall fitness goals.

Level 1 Fitness is proud to exclusively offer access to a Kinesis wall along with Kinesis training. Because of its overall versatility and modifiable features, Level 1 views Kinesis as a unique fitness tool that can benefit participants of any fitness level including sports enthusiasts and those with certain types of injuries or physical limitations. With their convenient location in Old City, Level 1 invites the Philadelphia fitness community to experience a new way of working out.

About Level 1 Fitness
Level 1 endeavours to spread a culture of healthy living and emotional well-being achieved through intelligent eating, regular physical activity, and positive mental attitude.

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