Are you familiar with celebrity fitness trainer Owen McKibbin? If not, you should be. Not only was Owen a pro beach volleyball player and Hawaii State Champion in volleyball, soccer and canoeing, but he’s also represented the United States in a number of World Championships.
But it’s the nineteen covers of Men’s Health magazine that Owen is probably best known for. Owen has established himself as a leading voice on health and fitness. He and his fitness message have been featured by CBS News, The New York Times, People Magazine, The View, Extra TV, and Entertainment Tonight. His first book, The Men’s Health Cover Model Workout, Body Sculpting Secrets of the World’s Top Fitness Model, is available throughout North America, the United Kingdom, and Puerto Rico.
Did I mention that this guy is ripped?
We were on the set of Owen’s new infomercial for all-in-one gym The Rack, out later this year. During a quick break from filming, we asked Owen how EBOOST helps him boost his energy, immunity, recovery and focus during tough workouts. Here’s what he had to say:
We’re always looking for ways to spread the word about how EBOOST improves your energy, immunity, recovery and focus, and there’s no better way than to let people try it for themselves. So from time to time, we show up at gyms and events with a supply of our fizzy elixir and a basket of sample packets to give away.
This month, we’re focusing on New York. If you’re in the Big Apple in June, you’re in luck. Just show up at one of these places and grab your goodies:
Equinox on 63rd
June 8 and 29 from 6 – 8:30pm
EBOOST tasting, free sample packets and free same-day gym use
Equinox at 12th
June 12, 19 and 26 from 10am – 1pm
EBOOST tasting and free sample packets
If you’re planning on making use of the free gym pass offered by Equinox on 63rd St, make sure you go to our facebook page and RSVP, or contact Equinox directly and let them know you’ll be there. The pass is only valid for the days of the sampling events so don’t miss out. How often do you get a chance for a great workout and a great recovery . . . all for free!
Spinning is one of the hottest workouts around. It’s great for building cardio and leg strength, and you can burn 400-600 calories in an hour-long class. But what if you don’t have a spin class near you? Well, how about spinning at home?
The bikes in a spin class are specially designed but you can easily use a regular bike at home. Just mount the back wheel on a bike trainer like this one and adjust the tension so that the wheel doesn’t move. Since the back wheel is now a couple of inches off the ground, you may find that you need to mount the front wheel on something to bring it up a little in height. You can use a special stacking block like this, or just use a heavy book or a couple of pieces of wood. It’s best if you can find something with a groove in it so that the front wheel won’t move if you lean on the handlebars.
If you need a little motivation (and let’s face it, who doesn’t?) try one of the cycling DVDs on the market. Spinervals makes a whole series of them, all designed for the home exerciser.
Don’t forget that if you’re sweating, you’re losing water. Make sure you have water with you while you’re spinning–you can easily drink a liter or so. Of course, we recommend that you add EBOOST both for energy and to replace the electrolytes lost through sweat. Because you ARE going to sweat! But that’s the whole point, right?
Are you ready to kick your workout up a notch? Try the new EBOOST workout, and don’t forget to leave a comment telling us your best time.
Here’s how it works: Use a stopwatch to time yourself from beginning to end. Don’t stop the clock ever; the timer should run from the moment you start the run until the moment you finish the last push-up. Note your time in a journal so you can track your progress from week to week. And no cheating! We may not be able to tell, but your wardrobe certainly will.
Perform the following exercises in order:
Run one mile as fast as you possibly can.
Push-Up Countdown: 10 reps, rest ten seconds; 9 reps, rest nine seconds; 8 reps, rest eight seconds; and so on, all the way to 1.
Pull-Ups: Use a wide grip and do 25 proper pull-ups. Women can use the weight-assisted machine.
Bicep Curls into Shoulder Press: 25 lb dumbells (men) or 10lb (women). Perform the “up” section of the bicep curl,move into a shoulder press, then return to the bicep curl position and perform the “down” section. This constitutes one rep.Use a fluid motion, rotating one arm at a time. 25 reps per arm/side.
One Legged Split-Squats: 25 lb dumbells (men) or 10lb (women). Rotate legs for 25 reps each leg.
Plank: Hold for one minute, rest for 5 seconds; repeat for 3 total reps.
And your time is? EBOOST co-founder John McDonald managed 25 min 35 seconds. His trainer Andy Spear at Equinox Soho beat that time by 10 minutes. How did you do?
Are you familiar with celebrity fitness trainer Owen McKibbin? If not, you should be. Not only was Owen a pro beach volleyball player and Hawaii State Champion in volleyball, soccer and canoeing, but he’s also represented the United States in a number of World Championships.
Spinning is one of the hottest workouts around. It’s great for building cardio and leg strength, and you can burn 400-600 calories in an hour-long class. But what if you don’t have a spin class near you? Well, how about spinning at home?
