Fitness

Exercise Physiologist and PUSH-as-Rx ® fitness facility owner Daniel Alvarado takes a look at common mistakes that people make in their workout routines. Time is precious. That's why making the most of every sweat session and avoiding…

Older, obese adults need to shed weight, but dieting can worsen their frailty. A new study addresses this conundrum, suggesting seniors take up both aerobic and resistance exercise while slimming down. Engaging in aerobic and resistance…

The Schroth Method is a non-surgical principle utilized as a scoliosis treatment which consists of scoliosis-specific exercises depending to curve-pattern. The scoliosis exercises used in this form of treatment do not resemble conventional…

A very few number of research studies have been conducted to examine how effective the Schroth method is towards the management of scoliosis, particularly in countries such as the United States, where the duration of therapy programs are…

PUSH Fitness & Athletic Training is pushing the barriers of average gyms. Not only do we offer training sessions on the hour every hour but we also cater to the most athletic to the elderly and obesity of populations. We believe in…

The Schroth method can help control scoliosis, a spinal condition with little medical advice available for patients to know how to help themselves, aside from wearing a scoliosis brace. On the contrary of popular belief, a proper program…

Andres Martinez continues his testimonial in part IV. PUSH-as-Rx ® is leading the field with laser focus supporting our youth sport programs.  The PUSH-as-Rx ® System is a sport specific athletic program designed by a strength-agility coach…

Andres Martinez continues his testimonial in part III. PUSH-as-Rx ® is leading the field with laser focus supporting our youth sport programs.  The PUSH-as-Rx ® System is a sport specific athletic program designed by a strength-agility…

Andres Martinez continues his testimonial in part II. PUSH-as-Rx ® is leading the field with laser focus supporting our youth sport programs.  The PUSH-as-Rx ® System is a sport specific athletic program designed by a strength-agility coach…

Andres Martinez came to Push-as-Rx ® after experiencing debilitating back and knee complications as a result of a previous weightlifting injury. Determined to improve his condition, Andres pursued to regain his health at Push as Rx. With…

The Schroth Method is best known as a conservative exercise which uses a three dimensional approach to correct spinal misalignments, or subluxations, such as scoliosis, by elongating the trunk. The goal of this specific method of treatment…

Daniel Alvarado trains athletes to become possible champions but as part of his passion, he is aware that his athletes are constantly faced with victories and defeats. Daniel understands that life is full of ups and downs and he shares how…

Diana Ramirez, Daniel Alvarado's sister, has been training alongside her brother to gain strength, conditioning, and fitness. As a physical therapist, Diana knows how important it is for her to be physically and mentally strong in order to…

Daniel Alvarado, owner of Push-as-Rx ® and trainer, expresses the importance of overcoming your own doubts. He portrays that many times we can be our own worst critics but we have to keep in mind that it's not all about us, it's about how…

Daniel Alvarado runs the gym, Push-as-Rx ®, where he's seen many people and athletes who pursue losing weight or gaining muscle. He's seen the determination in every person that steps into his gym and he understands the importance of them…

Throughout the time Mauro Pena has been coming to Push-as-Rx ®™, his consistency and effort in his exercises have achieved a healthier lifestyle for him. Thanks to the help of the trainers and the positive environment of Push as Rx, Mauro…

Charlie Quiroga realized she needed to make a change in her lifestyle. She was in need of improving her health and the environment at Push-as-Rx ® greatly helped her, motivating and encouraging her to keep going. The trainers at Push as Rx…

Iylene Avalos has developed confidence, discipline, and strength at Push-as-Rx ®. Seeking a challenging environment, Iylene tried many different gyms but she didn't see improvement until she tried cross fit at Push as Rx ® and within the…

Luis Martinez chose to come to Push-as-Rx ® in order to change his life and now he's in the best shape he's ever been. Mr. Martinez encountered health challenges despite taking care of his health but Push as Rx helped him overcome his…

Diana Alvarado, mother of Danny Alvarado, shares her incredible life changing experience at Push-as-Rx ®. From a young age, Danny was greatly driven to be strong and his dream was to build a gym to help people gain strength. To Diana…

Exercise can reduce the risk of heart damage in middle-aged adults and seniors -- even in those who are obese, according to a new study. "The protective association of physical activity against damage may have implications for heart failure…

Lauren Baldwin, never felt better about herself until after she came to Push-as-Rx ®. Together with her husband, they came together to Push as Rx, where they were able to bond and become stronger. Lauren Baldwin appreciates how thoughtful…

Jacqulyn Quevas is up on her feet a lot as a hair stylist and she was searching for the perfect workout that would extend her livelihood in what she does. Jacqulyn wanted to lose weight and overall become healthier and once she found…

There is a belief among many that if you want to lose weight, you should do cardio. If you want to put it on, you need to pick up a barbell. There is some truth to this – cardio will burn fat, resistance training will build muscle. However,…

Exercise physiologist & PUSH-as-Rx ® fitness facility owner Daniel Alvarado breaks down what a Crossfit workout consists of, the benefits & basic guide to Crossfit. CrossFit is a high-intensity, always altered, functional movement…