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How Do We Tone Muscle??

How do we Tone Muscle?? Everyone wants a little more tone and definition, the question is how do we accomplish this?!  By lifting small weights and going for the high repetition burn?? NO.  This will do next to NOTHING. The only way to tone muscle is to increase its size and decrease the body fat […]

2016 Weight Loss Challenge Winners are IN!

Our 2016 Weight Loss challenge results are IN!! Female Winners are…. 1. Lisa Thompson with 3.68% of weight lost! 2. Amy Stemmle with 3.20% of weight lost! Male winners are…. 1. Bruce Talbert with 4.86% of weight lost! 2. Larry Gatti with 4.44% of weight lost! Congrats to our winners and all of our other […]

Why do the “Biggest Losers” gain all of their weight back?!

A recent NY Times article documented how the vast majority of “Biggest Loser” contestants gain most if not all of their weight back, and sometimes beyond their starting weight. Pretty depressing news for many people. Why is this??  In short, your body has a ‘set-point,’ and the longer you have been a certain weight, the more comfortable your […]

2016 Heuser Derby and Oaks Results!

Thanks to all who competed in this year’s Derby and Oaks races! A big congratulations to all of our participants, especially our TOP finishers listed below! Derby                         Oaks         Dean Heibert 32:20        Jim Hutchinson 23:06     Sally […]

The 2016 Heuser Triple Crown!

Looking for an extra challenge to add to your fitness routine?  Join us for the 2015 Heuser Triple Crown! We will have three different “races” for each leg of the Triple Crown, which can be completed anytime during the week of the specified race (Derby, Preakness, Belmont).  Members can complete the race during or outside […]

Heuser Health’s Summer Shred!

Home for the Summer from college and want to make the most of it?  Heuser Health is offering an 8 week “Summer Shred” program!  Living on your own can be hard- let us teach you the tools for maintaining a fit life, FOR life! Summer Shred begins May 31, lasting through August 1.  For only […]

Why Do Men Lose Weight Faster Than Women?

 How do those darn men lose weight so fast?  Well, there are a couple main reasons and we’ll show you what you can do about it.  One, men have more muscle mass.  Remember, every pound of muscle burns up to an additional 50 calories per day of metabolism.  So, the more muscle you have the […]

2016 Cross Corporate Challenge Results!

Congratulations to all of our participants in the 2016 Cross Corporate Challenge! After compiling the results and double and triple checking, the winner is…. Texas Roadhouse AND Brown Forman with a TIE!   Congrats to both teams!  There is no tie-breaker, so things will have to be settled at the 2016 Heuser Cup!  Great efforts […]

Cold Weather Running Tips!

Temperatures might be falling, but that doesn’t mean your outdoor activities need to!  Here are a few tips to keep you warm and safe during the cold months: Get motivated!  Make a date to meet someone so you can’t wimp out when the blankets are calling your name, or tell yourself you will come back […]