Infusion Fitness Kamloops
773 Victoria St V2C 2B5 Kamloops, BC, Canada

WHAT IS FUNCTIONAL TRAINING? Functional training is essentially just a workout with a purpose: to improve physical activities elsewhere in life. In most cases, the aim is to get better at everyday activities like comfortably squatting to pick something up, safely carrying objects or sprinting for the bus. A functional training session will strengthen you in a way that enhances your life outside of exercise, making daily activities more comfortable, and more natural, to perfo...rm. Functional training focuses on movement patterns with a real-world objective. Functional training typically uses weight-bearing activities that work the core muscles in the torso as well as multiple joint exercises known as compound movement. By comparison, most fitness plans focus on isolation training, such as upper body vs lower body or even more specifically training the biceps or just the shoulders. Isolation training targets muscles in a way that doesn't always reflect (or best support) the real-life, natural actions we make as we go about our day Some benefits of functional training are: - IMPROVE FUNCTION - FUNCTIONAL TRAINING IS SCALEABLE - FUNCTIONAL TRAINING INCREASES COORDINATION, BALANCE, POSTURE AND FLEXIBILITY. - FUNCTIONAL TRAINING HELPS WITH JOINT PAIN. - FUNCTIONAL TRAINING REDUCES THE RISK OF INJURY. - FUNCTIONAL TRAINING BUILDS FUNCTIONAL MUSCLE. - FUNCTIONAL TRAINING GIVES YOU A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR BODY.

10 Evidence Based Health Benefits of Intermittent Fasting 1. Changes The Function of Cells, Genes and Hormones - When you fast, insulin levels drop and human growth hormone increases. Your cells also initiate important cellular repair processes and change which genes they express... 2. Can Help You Lose Weight and Belly Fat - It helps you eat fewer calories, while boosting metabolism slightly. It is a very effective tool to lose weight and belly fat. 3. Can Reduce Insulin Resistance, Lowering Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes - It can reduce insulin resistance and lower blood sugar levels, at least in men. 4. Can Reduce Oxidative Stress and Inflammation in The Body - Studies show that it can reduce oxidative damage and inflammation in the body. This should have benefits against aging and development of numerous diseases. 5. May be Beneficial For Heart Health - Studies show that it can improve numerous risk factors for heart disease such as blood pressure, cholesterol levels, triglycerides and inflammatory markers. 6. Induces Various Cellular Repair Processes - Fasting triggers a metabolic pathway called autophagy, which removes waste material from cells. 7. May Help Prevent Cancer - It has been shown to help prevent cancer in animal studies. One paper in humans showed that it can reduce side effects caused by chemotherapy 8. Intermittent Fasting is Good For Your Brain - It may have important benefits for brain health. It may increase growth of new neurons and protect the brain from damage. 9. May Help Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease - Studies in animals suggest that intermittent fasting may be protective against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease. 10. May Extend Your Lifespan, Helping You Live Longer - Studies in rats have shown that intermittent fasting extends lifespan in a similar way as continuous calorie restriction. In some of these studies, the effects were quite dramatic. In one of them, rats that fasted every other day lived 83% longer than rats who weren’t fasted. Although this is far from being proven in humans, it has become very popular among the anti-aging crowd.

New year, new you! It’s that time of year again, if you are interested in one on one personal training we have a few spots still open for you Send us a message for more details

Early morning grind session I’m still sore from my past workouts so I wanted to get the body moving and get a good sweat on. I would say mission was accomplished

Look it’s the majestic air bike in its natural territory . Let’s hear your nightmare stories on this bad boy, I know you have them

This is Tatiana, she has done such a major transformation in such a small period of time. It’s moments like this that make me love my job, seeing a transformation within an individual, watching someones confidence sky rocket, seeing the true abilities of the human spirit. We met about 4 weeks ago, she has been training twice a week and is on a customized nutrition plan. She has only been on the plan for 3 weeks and has already lost 15lbs and 11 total inches on her body S...he had foot surgery Dec 18th 2019 so today it has been exactly one year out from surgery. She didn’t have the confidence to run/jog, go onto her tippy toes, or any kind of push off from her feet. During her work day she would have pain in her feet and could only walk for about 15 minutes before she had to take a break. Now there are no breaks, she can walk for long periods of time without any pain! With all her hard work that she has put in she has already transformed into a new human. We have her jogging now, going on her tippy toes, and doing so many exercises that she didn’t think she could do.

5 Reasons Why You Should Train With Kettlebells 1. Movement Quality Reigns Supreme Without proper movement quality, your risk of injury increases. It is important to be able to identify, address and improve imbalances in strength, stability and control. Without corrections, imbalances will continue to get worse and increase the risk of injury.... 2. Perfect the Hinge Pattern The hinge is arguably the best pattern for both athletes and non-athletes. The time spent sitting, has turned off our glutes and made us a quad-dominant culture. Learning to use the posterior chain through Deadlifts (both single-leg and double-leg versions) and Swings will improve overall athleticism. The Swing is a great training tool to teach you how to use your hips. 3. The Squat, Done Properly This may offend some of you, but the truth is many young athletes are simply not ready for the Barbell Back Squat, and most aren't ready to properly squat with load. Although the Squat is one the most effective ways to add lower-body strength, most athletes have a restriction that causes a fault. 4. Shoulder Health and Posture We all know that posture suffers from being in class, sitting on the couch and playing video games. The kettlebell is a fantastic tool to reverse detrimental postural effects and strengthen the shoulders. From Turkish Get-Ups to Halos and Single-Arm Military Presses, the kettlebell and shoulder health are a match made in heaven. 5. Power Everyone is looking to improve power. The Kettlebell Swing is perfect for preparing to meet the demands of hip extension in Olympic lifts. After you learn the Deadlift, almost all exercises build off your ability to perform the hinge pattern and produce maximal force, sending the bell's force outward. I could get carried away, but the takeaway is this: Kettlebell Swings not only increase your ability to produce power, they also strengthen your glutes, hamstrings, lower back and lungs. Performing Swings for power and volume should be a part of everyone's program.

I would have to say that out of all the plants in the gym this Dieffenbachia is my favorite. One of the best natural air purifiers out there. She is standing at just over 8ft tall now and is nearly 40 years old

2017 vs 2020 What a journey it has been I remember when I first moved to this location and all wanted was all the new toys in the industry. I had to constantly sit back and remind myself it all comes with time. I can say now that I have everything that I envisioned for the gym, it might of taken a little longer then I expected but timing is everything. I can’t thank all my former, current and future clients enough for the constant support they have given me. ... Don’t stop pushing for your goals until you get there. No matter what speed bumps, hills, or falls you have to overcome. They are always within your reach! How badly do you truly want it is what needs to be asked over and over again. Never give up on yourself or your goals, always be proud of the little accomplishments as it’s the little accomplishments that guide us to the bigger accomplishments. I want to thank you all for the continued support and love especially in these times. It’s you that keep the heart of the economy going by supporting local, stay safe and healthy out there y’all

What are these curved treadmills I keep seeing everywhere??? When compared to flat, motorized treadmills, curved treadmills offer many advantages for walkers and runners It uses more muscle groups... The self-powered nature of curved treadmills makes it similar to walking outside, requiring the user to recruit more from the hamstrings, glutes and core to propel the body forward. It increases calorie burn Studies have shown curved treadmills can help you burn about 30% more calories than you would doing the same workout on a flat treadmill. It improves endurance Pushing the belt requires more energy expenditure, which in turn elevates your heart rate and improves your VO2 max. It rewards good form A curved treadmill requires you to take shorter steps, use your core for power and speed up your cadence to keep the belt moving. Curved treadmills can be a great way to burn more calories, work on your form and build strength in your legs, glutes and core. Try incorporating them into your routine as a way of keeping things fresh.

Mobility time!! I would say as a trainer the one thing that is lacking when it comes to fitness regimes is flexibility and mobility Give this one a shot, simple three move movement that you do individually and then once all 3 moves are completed we combine them all together. ... 4 rounds (movement 1,2,3) 45’s work, 15’s rest 1 min rest once completed. Finisher!! (Movement 4) Once completed all 4 rounds combine together as a finisher 3 x10/10 (10 on each side) 1-2min recovery break

Merry Kettlebell!! Hope you guys are still getting some good workouts in with all that Christmas shopping. Make sure to set time aside for you!

Jello legs!! A nice quick no equipment leg blast. Give it a shot if you dare! 5 rounds 1 min on 15’s rest... Once a round is completed 1:30 recovery. Make sure to do 30’s leading with one leg and 30’s leading with the other when it comes to the second exercise A quick way to get your heart rate up and those legs blasted. You’re welcome

Due to Covid-19 the gym has been temporarily closed but I am still providing one on one and up to groups of 4 online training sessions. Get the benefit of training with a certified personal trainer out of the comfort of your home. Equipment is not needed, all we need is that body of yours. If you do have equipment even better but it is not a necessity what so ever.

I.V putting in the work today! Bang Bang!

Sydney has been training with us for some time now and the improvements through her core, strength, endurance, flexibility and balancers have improved ten fold. I can’t express how much I love my job watching all my clients transform into better versions of themselves. It’s one of the most amazing things to see how the body can adapt to different motor patterns. In order for these patterns to truly change you must get used to getting comfortable with being uncomfortable. That is truest and only way to succeed in this life of ours.

Mike is back and ready to get back at er, Kamloops watch out

It’s time to grind!

Dori is used to conventional workouts and has always known what she is doing in the gym. But she has grown bored of that and was looking for something new and challenging. She has really fallen in love with unconventional training. Always keeping her on her toes and teaching her new moves to incorporate into her gym routine outside of Infusion Fitness. Keep up the hard work and let’s keep this learning curve going

70 years young and can balance on a extreme balance board

We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty. - Maya Angelou

Karlee is really falling in love with Mauy Thai. It’s awesome to see others have a such a passion for something really new to them. Keep up all your hard work missy!!

Cheryl has been training with me since January once a week. In March we stepped it up to 3 times a week and oh man has she transformed into a new person. Her range of motion in her neck and shoulders have gone through the roof, her balancers, core and overall strength have all sky rocketed. I can’t say enough how proud I am of this lady, she works so hard with each and every workout and always has a smile on her face. Always making sure that she says hi and bye to everyone else in the gym. Keep up all your hard work, what an inspiration!!

Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.-Mahatma Gandhi

Kat is going into her 5th personal training session and has already shown so many improvements. It’s amazing to watch the human body, mind and spirit come together as one and achieve an endless amount of goals. Her knee stability has gone through the roof and it’s only the beginning, I can’t wait to see how far we can go

Sunday fun day! Had a little fun with some kettle bells and mobility training this morning after some pretty intense workouts to decompress the body.

The best project you will ever work on is YOU!!

Circuit number 2 from a couple days ago

Lindsay is pushing towards her goals one week at a time

Alex is back after reffing nationals for basketball. Back to the grind we go, we are working on explosive movement. We are making sure during a game she can react, sprint and move accordingly to each and every situation that comes her way

If you have ever trained at Infusion or have trained on these pieces of equipment on your own you know they can be your worst nightmares coming true. #airpoweredcardio

Nutrition Sunday Balsamic Glazed Chicken Ingredients 1/2 c. balsamic vinegar... 2 tbsp. honey 1 1/2 tbsp. whole-grain mustard 3 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 2 c. baby red potatoes, halved (quartered if large) 2 tbsp. sprigs fresh rosemary, plus 1 tbsp. chopped 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 425. In a large bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, mustard, and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Whisk until combined. Add chicken thighs and toss until fully coated. Transfer to the fridge to marinate, at least 20 minutes and up to 1 hour. Meanwhile, prep potatoes: In a medium bowl, add potatoes and chopped rosemary and season with salt and pepper. Add 1 tablespoon oil and toss until combined. Set aside. In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, heat remaining tablespoon oil. Add chicken and sear, skin side down, 2 minutes, then flip and sear 2 minutes more. Add potatoes, nestling them between chicken, and top with rosemary sprigs. Transfer to the oven and bake until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through, 20 minutes. (If potatoes need longer to cook, transfer chicken to a cutting board to rest and continue cooking potatoes until tender.) Serve chicken and potatoes with pan drippings. Enjoy!! See more

One of the circuits I crushed today

It’s an obstacle kind of day

Got the privilege to meet this young man yesterday. He has started one on one boxing and seemed to really enjoy it, he was a little nervous at first but seemed to open up after the first 10 mins or so. Such a well mannered young man!! His parents raised him right. Can’t wait to train you again my friend another good time a waits

Jimbo working on his mobility. That’s the face you make when you’re getting results

Teo is training for his up coming career in mma. Putting in the work, concentrating on working the muscles the same way he would in mma. Focusing on explosiveness and balance stability actions. Did a finisher with some pad work to burn those muscles out and try to keep the endurance while he is in his most fatigued state. This young man I tell yea is going to go as far as he wants. Future ufc champ right here!!

Pulling those goals closer and closer each and every day! Jenny is back and is putting in all the hard work, I’m already seeing a tremendous amount of progress. Keep it up girl

Nutrition Sunday - Flatbread Pizza INGREDIENTS FOR FLATBREAD... 2 c. all-purpose flour, plus more for surface 2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 c. plain Greek yogurt 2 tbsp. olive oil Avocado oil, for pan FOR TOPPINGS 12 oz. grape tomatoes, halved 1/4 small red onion, sliced 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tsp. freshly chopped oregano Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 8 oz. mozzarella, sliced into 1/4" thick rounds Balsamic glaze, for serving 2 c. arugula DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400. In a large bowl, whisk to combine flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Add yogurt and oil and mix until no dry spots remain. Lightly flour a clean work surface. Transfer dough to surface and knead until smooth, 3 to 4 minutes, adding more flour if the dough is sticky. Divide dough into 3 pieces, then roll each piece into 1/4" thick round. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and add enough vegetable oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Cook flatbreads until golden on both sides, about 2 minutes per side. Continue cooking flatbreads, adding more vegetable oil as needed. In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, red onion, oil, and oregano and season with salt and pepper. Top each flatbread with cheese, tomatoes, and onions and bake until cheese is melty, 15 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and top with arugula before serving. Enjoy

And we have turf

Karlee has been training just over 2 months now and has come so far. You can tell she has been an athlete her whole life as she is picking up the technique so quickly. She wanted to step out of her comfort zone and try something new and I think she has found a new passion. Good job girl keep it up!!

Happy Anniversary Infusion Fitness!! 8 years with a facility and 11 years as a trainer now! Wahoo!! Thank you Kamloops for everythingHappy Anniversary Infusion Fitness!! 8 years with a facility and 11 years as a trainer now! Wahoo!! Thank you Kamloops for everything

I have been really getting into kettlebell flow for quite a while now and this one had to be one of the funnest but yet most challenging one I have done so far. Really starts to add up in a hurry.

Grilled Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Skewers for the win Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes... cup brown sugar cup soy sauce cup pineapple juice 2 garlic cloves, minced teaspoon pepper teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon cornstarch 1 Tablespoon water 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch cubes 1 yellow red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch cubes 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch cubes 1 red onion, cut into 1 inch cubes 2 cups fresh pineapple cut into 1 inch cubes green onions, for garnish Instructions In a small saucepan, whisk together the brown sugar(I used organic honey) , soy sauce, pineapple juice, garlic, pepper, and salt. In a small bowl, whisk together the water and cornstarch. Slowly whisk into the mixture. Bring to boil and boil about 1-3 minutes until the mixture just starts to thicken. Remove from heat and reserve cup of the sauce for later. Marinate the chicken in the sauce in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Thread the chicken on skewers along with your veggies.

We have a new balance board at the gym made by one of my amazing clients(thank you again). Here we have Justin mastering the board already and making it look easy. That a boy!!

Working on explosiveness and fast feet today with the hockey boys. Coaches prize athletes who are quick on their feet, because they give the whole team an edge. The ability to spontaneously move fast in multiple directions can mean the difference between a win and a loss. The multi-directional sprints (e.g., backpedaling, running forward, diagonally and laterally) are excellent drills for sports where you must instantly change direction to get to a ball or chase an opponent. Single-leg hopping movements improve balance and are excellent for sports such as wrestling, basketball and football.

No No showing vast improvements each and every session we have together!! Good job buddy you killed it today!

You’re never too late to start working on you! Here is Al and Joey at 79 and 77 starting to really focus on their health and wellness and showing us how it’s done. I tell you the improvements these two have shown is extraordinary! So proud of them and their hard work. Even though Joey always gives me a hard time saying I’m trying to kill her, I still love yea and like I always say you always say that yet you always walk out of the gym with a big smile on your face Keep up all the hard work guys!!

Adam killing his explosive day!! No days off for this one Getting it in before those Christmas cookies come his way

Who says you’re too old to start something new?? Linda is here showing us how it’s done! Those muscles though

It’s that time of year for getting presents for your loved ones. Whats a better present then the gift of health?? We offer 4, 8, and 12 session packages for gift certificates. Swing by today to grab one for your loved ones

A couple of the little ones putting in the work this afternoon. We were missing one due to the flu but when these boys show up I tell yea they put the work in!! A great trio that really push and encourage each other. Good job boys another great day in the books!!

John is 69 years young and has come so far since he started with me. When he first started the list of injuries and surgeries that he has had and gone through in his lifetime was quite vast. We had a lot of work to do but here he is working out like a young man again. This is what makes me love my job so much. Seeing my clients change before my very eyes is so inspirational. To see them not in pain anymore, moving, and working on becoming a better version of themself leaves me inspired everyday. John you’re my hero!!

Did you know that we provide custom one month meal plans specifically designed to your individual needs? Safely created and designed by a certified nutritionist. January is coming up quick, we all know what that means! New Years resolution time!! Keto, high protein-low carb, vegan, doesn’t matter we will customize a plan for you. We do all the hard work, all you have to do is simply follow the plan and see results. Send us a email, call or private message and we will get started on your plan today!!

Impossible is just a big word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in a world they've been given then to explore the power they have to change it. Impossible is not a fact, it's an opinion. Impossible is not a declaration, it's a dare. Impossible is potential, Impossible is temporary, Impossible is nothing! - Muhammad Ali

Exercise Friday: Foot Work Drills On The Bosu Looking to get faster feet, wanting to put a little bit more speed into your daily life? Try these drills out doing each for 20 reps a side and 3 sets. These bad boys will make you fast and furious

The Kamloops Storm going hard at last nights workout, like they had a choice. Killed it boys!!

Client Wednesday is all about these hooligans the Kamloops Storm. Just started to train these guys and they are starting to understand the program already. The workouts are hard but they physically and mentally push to their own individual limits and that’s all I ever ask out of them. They are going to be a force on the ice by the time I’m done with them, slowly they are getting infused

Tip Tuesday: Foam Rolling The Hip Flexors Did you have tight hips?? If so make sure that you’re foam rolling to help relieve some stress. Rolling the hips out for 2 sets of 1-2mins. I’ll be showing a stretch to release the hips to help assists foam rolling on Instagram, stay tuned.

Setbacks Never forget a set back isn’t a negative thing, a setback is a way for us to sit down and analyze for us to move forward. Mistakes happen, setbacks happen that’s all apart of the territory of what we call life. Don’t allow these things to bring you down and always reach for the stars but if you always bring your past with you the present will never be there

Nutrition Sunday: Shrimp Fried Rice INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups brown rice 1 pound green beans, trimmed... 3 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 onion, diced 2 carrots, peeled and grated 1/2 cup corn, frozen, canned or roasted 1/2 cup frozen peas 2 green onions, thinly sliced DIRECTIONS: In a large saucepan of 3 cups water, cook rice according to package instructions; set aside. In a large pot of boiling salted water, blanch green beans until bright green in color, about 2 minutes. Drain well and cool in a bowl of ice water. Drain well and set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger and set aside. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add shrimp, and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink, about 2-3 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste; set aside. Add garlic and onion to the skillet, and cook, stirring often, until onions have become translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in carrots, corn and peas. Cook, stirring constantly, until vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in rice, green onions and soy sauce mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until heated through, about 2 minutes. Stir in shrimp. Place rice mixture and green beans into meal prep containers. Enjoy

Exercise Friday: Plyo push-ups A really effective exercise. Very explosive and will get you breathing hard. A great finisher to add at the end of a chest day

No No was putting in the work yesterday. That a boy!!

Client Wednesday is all about this guy here. Mr No No!! Love this kid, works hard and always puts forth his best and that’s all I ever ask for. He just started doing Muay Thai and does sport specific training for baseball as well. He usually trains with his brother but Mason hasn’t been able to make it for a little due to volleyball. Keep up all the hard work young man, the world is your oyster!

Teach them while they are young! Little Amina seeing mommy and daddy foam rolling has made her follow suite