Adventure Fitness Athletic Club (AFAC) is a gym that’s locally owned and operated by Susan Schaffner. A Colorado native, Susan underwent bariatric surgery in 2005. That experience sparked a deep desire in Susan to help people improve their health. Already an experienced physical therapist aid and assistant to personal trainers, Susan decided to become a […]

Cryotherapy is a treatment that uses extremely low temperatures (about -230 degrees Fahrenheit) for very short periods of time. This treatment can help reduce inflammation, speed healing of sports injuries, and ease other conditions including insomnia and migraines.

You associate certain foods with a healthy lifestyle or to help you lose weight but you might surprised to learn that some foods can help you recover after a big day at the gym too. With the right food choices, it could help you battle the pain better. Check out these foods that could make […]

Want a cool way to help those aching muscles recover this summer? Try cryotherapy. Whole body cryotherapy refers to a type of therapy that involves exposing your body’s outer layer to extreme cold temperatures for a few minutes at a time. The process works by having a person stand inside a cryotherapy chamber with only […]

It can be easy to get intimidated by the gym, everyone around you doing all kinds of different exercises and using different types of equipment everywhere. Try these tips to help you beat gym intimidation and feel more confident about going to the gym. 1.Join a Class What better way to get comfortable than to […]

When you think of summer, you may not immediately think that it’s a good time of year to keep up your gym routine, but think again. The gym can be a great place to engage in intense workouts and during the summer, you’ll appreciate the climate controlled environment. How do you stay motivated to keep […]

Maybe you’ve just conquered a gym class or crushed it with your trainer, no matter what, taking care of yourself post gym will help you recover and feel rewarded. Pampering yourself is not only a great way to reward yourself for your hard efforts at the gym but can help keep you motivated to complete […]

With summer on the horizon and beautiful weather in full swing, it might be hard to keep up with your gym routine. The outdoors can be tempting this time of year, but now the gym can let you take your routine outside with the ElliptiGo. The ElliptiGo is a stand-up bike that combines cycling and […]

7 Little Foods that Have Big Benefits Incorporating healthy foods into your diet is important to help maintain your body and your health. Check out these little foods that have some mighty benefits. Blueberries This tiny berry is rich in antioxidants, which can help fight skin aging and is known to contain a compound that […]

There’s never been a better time to join a gym, it’s almost summer after all, and the gym can be a great place to keep up on or start a regular workout in total comfort. You select a gym, you set a schedule, and maybe you even plan out some of your routine, now what […]

The treadmill, a cardio favorite in gyms everywhere, but sometimes this favorite can get boring. That doesn’t have to be the case, there are an array of exercises you can do other than just walk or run. If you get on the treadmill and just can’t wait to get off, try mixing it up with […]

The stationary bike and the spin bike, both have similarities that are easy to see. Both have a seat and require you to pedal while targeting your legs and lower body. The ability to vary workout intensity and help burn calories, promote weight loss and maintain fitness goals. Although these bikes share similarities, they also […]

 At Adventure Fitness Athletic Club in Thornton, CO something new has arrived, The Recovery XR cryotherapy chamber by Cryo Innovations. Cryo Innovations says “The Recovery XR cryotherapy chamber is the safest, most technologically advanced…cryo chamber invented”. How does it work? Cryo Innovations says, “The Whole-body Cryosauna uses a gaseous form of nitrogen to lower skin […]

One of the most popular supplements for active individuals is the protein shake. Consumed as a daily supplement or before or after an intense workout, many believe protein shakes can help with muscle building and weight loss. Since most can meet individual protein needs without the addition of a protein shake, it is best to […]

The Kettlebell is a cast-iron or steel weight with a handle on the top and over the past few years has gained popularity but do the advantages outweigh the traditional dumbbell? The dumbbell is type of free weight that is familiar piece in almost every gym and has a vast array of uses. Which is […]

Biceps, deltoids, rotator cuffs, you may not think of these parts very often, but they are all parts of the shoulder. The shoulders not only help complete a desirable aesthetic but are important for performance as well. Choosing a range of exercises can help target all the different parts of the shoulder, helping you build […]

An elliptical is a stationary machine that allows the user to climb stairs, run or walk. You can find an elliptical in most gyms. This versatile machine is a popular cardio choice because it doesn’t cause excessive pressure on the joints, which can help decrease impact injuries. Here are some great tips to help you […]

You take those trips to the gym to keep you healthy and in shape, so knowing how to use the gym safely is essential. We all get injured from time to time but gym accidents are preventable. Here are 5 gym safety tips: Make Sure You are Healthy- The most important thing you can do […]

Anaerobic exercise is intense short exercise that puts extra demands on the body’s oxygen supply. With the demands being made on the oxygen supply, this type of exercise depends on energy that is store in the muscles, not oxygen. The muscles being used for a small amount of time at a high rate can offer […]