--- title: Beechmont Racquet & Fitness FitFam Blog | Lorraine Jones description: Take the next step in your fitness journey with us and improve your mental and physical health alongside a like-minded community, our fitfam. --- [![Beechmont Racquet & Fitness](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BFR-large-trans-1.png?width=1293&height=1249&name=BFR-large-trans-1.png "Beechmont Racquet & Fitness")](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/) Open main menu Close main menu # Beechmont Racquet & Fitness FitFam Blog Select Category Health Healthy Lifestyle Meditation Posts by: ## Lorraine Jones ![](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/row.jpg) ### [What is Functional Fitness?](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/10/23/what-is-functional-fitness) Oct 23, 2018 8:07:50 AM Functional fitness and functional [exercise](https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/default.htm) are the latest gym buzzwords. They focus on building a body capable of doing real-life activities in real-life positions, not just lifting a certain amount of weight in an idealized posture created by a gym machine. Making Muscles Work Together [Lorraine Jones](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/author/lahjones1gmail-com) [Read More](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/10/23/what-is-functional-fitness) ![](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Pound-fit-drumming.jpg) ### [Pound Yourself Into Shape This January](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/26/pound-yourself-into-shape-this-january) Jan 10, 2018 10:00:00 PM POUND® is a fast-paced and rockin’ workout class—and it’s now at Beechmont Racquet & Fitness every Monday and Wednesday! [Lorraine Jones](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/author/lahjones1gmail-com) [Read More](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/26/pound-yourself-into-shape-this-january) ![](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/workout-buff.jpg) ### [5 Great New Gifts To Give A Workout Buff](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/26/-great-new-gifts-to-give-a-workout-buff) Dec 15, 2017 10:03:00 PM We’ve checked out a few gift guides from [NBC News](https://www.nbcnews.com/better/health/15-gadgets-gifts-will-take-your-fitness-routine-next-level-ncna825381) and [*Sports Illustrated*](https://www.si.com/edge/photo/2017/holiday-gift-guide-2017-best-health-fitness-gifts-sneakers-gear#1) and put together this roundup of new workout gear that’s perfect for the fitness savvy person on your list this holiday season. All of these gifts are new products for sale now from awesome retailers like Amazon and Nordstrom (which often offer free and discounted express shipping during the month of December). Get what you like soon—the holidays are almost here! [Lorraine Jones](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/author/lahjones1gmail-com) [Read More](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/26/-great-new-gifts-to-give-a-workout-buff) ![](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-1037993.jpeg) ### [What's the Best Time to Work Out?](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/28/whats-the-best-time-to-work-out) Sep 29, 2017 6:24:00 PM The short answer: whenever you have time to break a sweat. [Lorraine Jones](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/author/lahjones1gmail-com) [Read More](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/28/whats-the-best-time-to-work-out) ![](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Fish-Oil-Image-Design-1-768x421.jpg) ### [Best Fish Oil For Bodybuilding](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/28/best-fish-oil-for-bodybuilding) Sep 26, 2017 6:27:00 PM ## Fish oil has direct effects on muscle growth and recovery which are both very crucial parameters for consideration amongst athletes in general. 3 methods are involved in promoting these effects. The first is the observation that fish oil seems to promote muscle building, a process known as anabolism. Reputed university studies had proven that when healthy volunteers were given 4 gr of fish oil daily as part of a controlled observational test for the effects of fish oil, the researchers found a notable increase in the formation of muscle protein. [Lorraine Jones](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/author/lahjones1gmail-com) [Read More](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/28/best-fish-oil-for-bodybuilding) ![](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Regimen-Image-Design-1-768x421.jpg) ### [7 Interval Training Regimen You Can Do In 1 Hour by Karen Reed](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/28/7-interval-training-regimen-you-can-do-in-1-hour-by-karen-reed) Sep 19, 2017 6:30:00 PM Interval training workouts that alternate high-intensity levels with low-intensity efforts are the key to fat burning. This formula keeps your body burning the calories even after you’ve stopped working out. Interval training helps you to get the most of your working regimen. [Lorraine Jones](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/author/lahjones1gmail-com) [Read More](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/28/7-interval-training-regimen-you-can-do-in-1-hour-by-karen-reed) ![](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Cardio-Workouts-Image-Design-1-768x421.jpg) ### [11 Reasons To Do Cardio Workouts Daily by Karen Reed](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/28/11-reasons-to-do-cardio-workouts-daily-by-karen-reed) Sep 6, 2017 6:32:00 PM You’ll hear a lot about the benefits of strength training. While there are certainly many muscular and health benefits that cardio workouts don’t offer, there are various benefits that only cardio workouts can provide. You need to get a good mixture of both daily. [Lorraine Jones](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/author/lahjones1gmail-com) [Read More](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/28/11-reasons-to-do-cardio-workouts-daily-by-karen-reed) ![](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Screen-Shot-2017-09-06-at-12_27_52-PM.png) ### [Burn More Calories, Give Your Joints A Break:Why You Should Start Swimming This Fall](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/28/burn-more-calories-give-your-joints-a-breakwhy-you-should-start-swimming-this-fall) Sep 5, 2017 6:34:00 PM Just because summer is over, doesn’t mean you have to stop making a splash. [Lorraine Jones](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/author/lahjones1gmail-com) [Read More](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/28/burn-more-calories-give-your-joints-a-breakwhy-you-should-start-swimming-this-fall) ### [Want a Better Workout?](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/26/want-a-better-workout) Sep 4, 2017 9:54:00 PM # Just Breathe. Proper breathing is one of the most important aspects of exercise. Good breathing patterns allow your muscles to get enough oxygen to improve stamina during your workout. Focusing on breathing helps control movements, which can significantly reduce the chance of injury. [Lorraine Jones](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/author/lahjones1gmail-com) [Read More](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/26/want-a-better-workout) ### [How many Calories am I burning?](https://blog.beechmontfitness.com/fitfam/blog/2018/7/26/how-many-calories-am-i-burning) Aug 7, 2017 10:16:00 PM Curious about how many calories your body burns when you’re active? According to the USDA, it depends completely on your height, weight, and whatever activity you’re doing. Check out this helpful chart for reference! 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