We’d like to welcome all our new members from Tangerine Fitness and those who now call us their home away from home! Whether your utilizing the facility for a quick workout or taking one of our outstanding aerobics classes! We are here to provide you with the best experience possible.

Thanks again!!

Protein is such an important part of  a healthy, balanced diet. But the amount of protein a person needs varies. And the source of protein is important as well. Most dietary guidelines recommend a 40/30/30 breakdown of carbohydrates/protein/fat.  So a 2,000 calorie a day diet would be 600 calories or 150 grams of protein.  But a 260 lb male bodybuilder will need more protein than a 115 lb female cyclist. And age matters too:

• Infants require about 10 grams a day.
• Teenage boys need up to 52 grams a day.
• Teenage girls need 46 grams a day.
• Adult men need about 56 grams a day.
• Adult women need about 46 grams a day. One important exception is pregnant or lactating women, when the recommended intake rises to 71 grams of protein a day. (Source: webmd.com)

But these numbers are minimum requirements for certain ages and are generalized to a mostly sedentary population. The way to figure out exactly how much you need is to first determine your lean body mass. Take your bodyweight, minus your bodyfat, this is your lean body mass.  A bodybuilder is going to need a lot more calories daily and therefore, more protein. But studies show that ingesting more than 30-40 grams per meal is wasted, the body simply can’t absorb it and it is eliminated.

As the low carb diet craze continues it is important to note that many carbs are good:  Whole grains are full of nutrition as is fruit and berries. Consume whole grains in moderation and earlier in the day for long term energy.  A piece of fruit is a great pre-workout snack. Avoid white bread, white rice or pasta and refined carbohydrates. If you wish to “cut carbs” do so carefully being sure to get the fuel and nutrition your body needs.

Generally speaking I recommend .5 grams of protein per pound of lean body mass for the average sedentary adult. The active person needs 1 gram, the serious athlete or bodybuilder needs 1.5.  Be sure to get your protein from a variety of healthy sources: lean meats, fish, poultry, beans and legumes, nuts, dairy and soy.

For more information on diet and nutrition contact a trainer at Club Sweat.

-Dan, Certified Personal Trainer

Those who’ve visited us from Tangerine Fitness already are still eligible for the NO ENROLLMENT Special until Sunday June 25, 2010. For those who have not yet come in, we would still like to offer you 1/2 off the enrollment until July 31, 2010.

Call 954-728-9828 for more information!

We want to welcome our new members and thank you all for bringing such positive energy to our facility!! We only have 2 spots remaining for  the NO Enrollment special we’re offering to the past members of the Tangerine Fitness Facility. Please contact us at 954-728-9828 for more information!

This offer is for the past members of the Firm Fitness/Tangerine Fitness Company. There are several membership options available! Call 954-728-9828 or stop in for more information!

We want to welcome Deborah Wilson and our newest members to the Club Sweat family! We’re excited to announce the addition of 3 new classes to the aerobics schedule! Effective Monday July 26, 2010:

Mondays & Wednesdays: Core 5:30pm-6pm followed by a Bootcamp from 6:00PM-7:00PM

Tuesday & Thursdays: Extreme Body from 9:00AM-10:00AM

These classes are open to ALL members at Club Sweat!

Contact 954.728.9828 for more information!

In the last few days, we’ve had quite the turn out! We’ve issued a list to sell memberships with no enrollment. Just 25 spots remaining. Act fast! Call 954-728-9828 for more information!

We’ve opened 50 new spots for any downtown gym members in the Fort Lauderdale Vicinity. Just show proof of your canceled membership to your previous gym in the downtown Fort Lauderdale area!

Contact 954-728-9828 for more information!

Healthy habits need to start somewhere! Club Sweat is now offering  a new special for the month of July! For $19.95/month* you can workout with your son or daughter. Take a class or hit the weights! Some restrictions apply, but what better way to get your entire family moving than to bring them to the gym with you!

Contact a Membership Specialist at 954.728.9828 for more information!

*Children need to be 16 years old or older and must be with their parent at all times.

*First and last month required upon sign up, prices based on 12 month commitment.