When I think about lower body fitness, my version is all muscle groups from the belt line down. This includes but not limited to hips, legs, thighs, calves, and feet. From my 40 plus years in the fitness industry I also realize that for the most part people especially men do not exercise their lower…
Several years ago, I thought recovery meant chugging a protein shake and maybe foam rolling for five minutes if my legs felt extra cranky. Then I hit what I now call “the wall that changed everything” – a period where my strength gains completely stalled despite following all the traditional recovery protocols. https://www.rushwalter.com/holistic-strength-training-for-beginners/ Sleep was…
I’m blessed beyond measure to have the opportunity to be a personal fitness trainer, and exercise equipment provider, helping folks grow stronger and maintain optimum health and wellness. https://www.rushwalter.com/holistic-strength-training-for-beginners/ There are several examples I’ll share to help you live a better life. It was about eleven years ago, and I was working with a 67-year-old…
After three decades in the fitness equipment business, I’ve come to appreciate springtime as the perfect season for refreshing your workout routine. The days get longer, birds start chirping at beautiful morning hours, and suddenly everyone’s itching to get moving again.https://www.rushwalter.com/why-faith-matters-in-healing-our-relationship-with-our-bodies-a-christian-trainers-perspective/ I live for this seasonal rush at our showroom! Last spring, I made the…
I’ve been in the fitness equipment industry for over three decades now, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that exercise needs change dramatically as we age. https://www.rushwalter.com/how-to-start-a-corporate-gym-in-2025-equipment-costs-planning-guide/Back when I first started selling equipment in the early 90s, I made the newby mistake of recommending the same high-impact machines to everyone who walked through…
I’ve been outfitting multi-family housing fitness centers since the early ’90s, and lighting might be the most overlooked element of a successful gym space! https://www.rushwalter.com/how-to-start-a-corporate-gym-in-2025-equipment-costs-planning-guide/ When I first started, I thought bright fluorescents everywhere were the answer. Residents would consistently complain about the harsh glare reflecting off mirrors and the institutional feel. It was like…
When I first started in this business back in the ’90s, I thought cramming every piece of equipment possible into a small gym was the way to go.https://www.rushwalter.com/functional-training-and-group-fitness-equipment/ More equipment equals more value, right? Wrong! I learned this lesson the hard way after opening a 2,500 square foot facility that looked impressive on paper but…
Setting up circuit training zones has been quite the journey over my 30+ years in the fitness equipment business.https://www.rushwalter.com/best-commercial-gym-equipment-the-complete-buyers-guide-for-2025/ Back in the early days, I thought cramming as many stations as possible into a small area was the way to go—incorrect! Members were practically bumping elbows, and nobody was having a good time. Live and…
The amazing fact is I continue to enjoy the fitness business and I’ve seen my fair share of gym layouts that missed the mark completely. https://www.rushwalter.com/corporate-wellness-space-planning-design-fundamentals/ Back in the ’90s, I made the rookie mistake of cramming all cardio equipment along the front windows because it “looked impressive from outside.” Boy, was that a disaster!…
Summary of Key Considerations When Purchasing Commercial Gym Equipment After investing over three decades helping fitness facilities select equipment, I’ve learned that making the right choices involves way more than just comparing price tags.https://www.rushwalter.com/how-to-start-a-corporate-gym-in-2025-equipment-costs-planning-guide/ Trust me, I’ve seen six-figure mistakes happen because owners rushed their equipment decisions! https://www.rushwalter.com/best-commercial-gym-equipment-the-complete-buyers-guide-for-2025/ Budget planning is absolutely critical. I always…
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