Whether you are chronic sports junky, crossfit participant, recreational or professional athlete, dancer, or even an extreme runner, it is important to understand that physical activity does increase the risk of injury. Regardless of your preference of physical activity, it is even more important to always practice exercise safety techniques and always provide care and […]
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Does Music Maximize Your Workout?
Common sense tells us that music, more often than not, makes people respond positively. Especially when the music is upbeat, has a high tempo and is loud! Incorporating good music into your workout offers multiple benefits, from physiological to bio-mechanical and neurological. There is a plethora of research available that proves that music improves cardiovascular […]
There is No Such Thing As Spot training!
Summer is right around the corner and many of you are staring in the mirror unsatisfied by your love handles, chubby arms or pudgy stomach. You may ask yourself, “how do I get rid of that fat in this one specific area of my body?!” Do you want the good or bad news first? Bad […]
Circuit Blast for Boston Raises Money For One Boston Foundation!
Maria Pontillo, DPT, held a running edition of her infamous Circuit Blast group fitness class on April 30, 2013 at Nova Southeastern Univerisities RecPlex where 75 participants came out to donate money and an hour and a half of their time to pay tribute to the Boston Marathon bombing victims. Maria extended her hour-long total-body […]
Knee Injury Prevention Tips
A great way to follow tip number four, or strengthen your lower body, is to do functional squats. Remember these three simple tips when squatting: knees should be behind your toes, torso must remain up right and all of your body weight should shift to the rear heel upon descending into squat position. ________________________________________________________________________ One […]
Physical Therapy Tip of The Week: Use a Foam Roller
As a licensed physical therapist in the state of Florida, I have helped my patients identify and recover from serious physical injuries. Are you an active runner? You could be experiencing or be prone to iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome. This syndrome can be painful but can be treated in minimal recovery time withou a huge financial […]
Fit Pic of The Week!
Each week, I will choose a fitness picture of myselfor one of my awesome clients/participants in action working on their fitness goals! To be considered, post a fitness picture of yourself or a friend on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook and tag me in it! Twitter: @Fitness_W_Maria Facebook: @Fitness With Maria Instagram: @FitnessWithMaria
5 Kick-Ass Reasons Why You Will Love Circuit Blast
Over the past four years, my Circuit Blast class has helped dozens of people reach their fitness goals. Whether you are training for a marathon, want to lose a few pounds or tone up for the Summer, Circuit Blast burns plenty of calories and offers a high-energy environment! For those of you who are tired […]
Relaxation with yoga pilates
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Indoor sessions
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