by Louben | Mar 9, 2025 | General Fitness
At Repke Fitness, we believe age should never hold you back from becoming stronger, healthier, and more mobile. Our team currently works with over ten clients aged 78 and older, including our most senior client, Jack, who is 90 years old and still incredibly active.... 
by Louben | Feb 27, 2025 | Diseases & Infections
The Importance of Hand Washing and Sanitizing at Fitness Facilities In today’s world, personal hygiene has become more important than ever. Washing and sanitizing your hands is not just a good habit; it’s a critical measure to protect yourself and others from... 
by Louben | Jan 9, 2025 | General Fitness, Musculoskeletal
Romanian Deadlift (RDL) vs. Hip Thrust: Which Is Best for Your Glutes? When it comes to sculpting strong, powerful glutes, two exercises often steal the spotlight: the Romanian Deadlift (RDL) and the Hip Thrust. Both are excellent for targeting the glutes, but they... 
by Louben | Jan 4, 2025 | Diseases & Infections
Understanding the Norovirus: What It Is and How to Manage It The Norovirus, commonly referred to as the “stomach bug,” is a highly contagious virus that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines. This leads to unpleasant symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea,... 
by Louben | Nov 25, 2024 | Medical Conditions, Fitness Nutrition, General Fitness
What You Need to Know About Wegovy: A Trainer’s Perspective As a preface to this blog, let’s start with an important note: your trainers at Repke Fitness are not licensed medical professionals. We don’t prescribe medication, nor do we pretend to know how genetic... 
by Louben | Jun 27, 2024 | Medical Conditions
Exercise And Fitness For Pots Management (POTS) Intro: Although there is no cure, treatments, lifestyle adjustments, and exercise and fitness for POTS management can help improve quality of life. Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, commonly known as POTS, is a... 
by Louben | Jun 12, 2024 | Fitness Nutrition, General Fitness
In the quest for better health and well-being, we often overlook one critical aspect of our lifestyle: nutrition. What we eat fuels our bodies and plays a significant role in inflammation, a key factor in many chronic diseases. Incorporating anti-inflammatory foods... 
by Louben | Feb 19, 2024 | Fitness Nutrition
Healthy Snacking: A Guide to Keeping Your Energy Up and Hunger Down In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining energy levels and managing hunger can be a challenge, especially when you’re trying to balance a healthy lifestyle. The secret to overcoming these... 
by Louben | Jan 16, 2024 | Uncategorized, General Fitness
It can be very difficult during the colder months to stay motivated to stay on track. Seasonal depression is a very real thing and can deter you from maintaining your fitness goals. Fear not! There are several ways that you can skirt these mood changes and keep... 
by Louben | Oct 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
In the realm of fitness and strength training, two fundamental principles stand out as the cornerstones of progress and success: training intensity and progressive overload. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, understanding...