Welcome back for week 2 of our 30 day challenge! This week we are doing an anterior (front of the body), posterior (back of the body) approach with our third day focusing on accessory work (shoulders, biceps, and triceps). The goal is to focus on efficient workouts with short rest periods.
Here is a sample of DAY 1 WORKOUT: CHEST & QUADS. Click the blog link for the full week.
Circuit 1
• Incline Press-15 reps (Equipment to use: Plate load machine, Dumbbells on incline bench, Dumbbells on exercise ball, Barbell/Straight bar on incline bench)
• Up Down Planks-10 reps each arm
• Suit case squats-12 reps (These are performed by simply holding dumbbells at your side and squatting. If using weight is too difficult just perform a body weight squat)
Rest, Repeat
Circuit 2
• Pushups-45 sec (Perform from your knees for a modified push-up or put your hands on an elevated surface such as a bench. To increase difficulty put your feet on an elevated surface for decline push-ups)
• Timed step-ups-30 sec-1 min (Add weight to increase difficulty)
• Floor Press-15 reps (This exercise is performed by doing a chest press motion while laying on the floor using either dumbbells, straight bar, or barbell)
Rest, Repeat
Single Exercises: Complete each exercise with a 10 sec rest period you should be pushing yourself through these exercises and by set 3 you should be hitting failure
• Leg extensions-20 reps
Rest, Repeat
• Pectoral Fly-10 reps (Equipment to use, Dumbbells, Machine, or Cables)
Rest, Repeat
In And Out COVID Workout Challenge Week #2 | Catalyst Fitness
Welcome back for week 2 of our 30 day challenge! This week we are doing an anterior (front of the body), posterior (back of the body) approach with our third day focusing on accessory work (shoulders, biceps, and triceps). The goal is to focus on efficient workouts with short rest periods.
In And Out COVID Workout Challenge Week #2 | Catalyst Fitness
Welcome back for week 2 of our 30 day challenge! This week we are doing an anterior (front of the body), posterior (back of the body) approach with our third day focusing on accessory work (shoulders, biceps, and triceps). The goal is to focus on efficient workouts with short rest periods.
See more at
catalystfitnessbuffalo.com
📣📣 Maple Class Alert. Due to instructor development Zumba with Edwin is cancelled this Saturday only 9/26. Class will resume next Saturday, 10/3.
Maple Outdoor class. Friday, 9/25 9am Core/Camp with Ellen. This class combines bootcamp style cardio and weights and pilates style core work.
🌟🌟FRENCH RD TRAINER HIGHLIGHT🌟🌟
Meet Rebekah! One of our veteran French Rd trainers! She brings her own style of FUN and ATTITUDE to personal training! Her goal is to be focused on you and your best interests as they pertain to fitness and wellness! She will constantly motivate and push you to be version of yourself! Give us a call TODAY at French Rd and book a session with her!
Maple Outdoor Classes. Thursday, 9/24 530pm Pilates/Shred with Ellen & 630pm BodyCombat with Carly.
Maple Outdoor Classes. Wednesday, 9/23 9am Throwdown/Shred with Ellen. 530pm Cycling with Ellen & 630pm Cycling with Cathy. Email ecoleman@catalystfitnessbuffalo.com to register for Cycling.
This weeks nutrition blog is brought to you by Elmwood trainer Aubrey Rockoff. A mood lifter and vibe builder, Aubrey combines her unique educational background in nutrition with BOMB workouts built on the foundation of evidence based training. Message us to book a session.
Competent Eating: Learning To Love Your Fuel | Catalyst Fitness
When is the last time you took the time to sit down and really enjoy a meal? These days not only do we eat extremely fast, but we have completely lost touch with the meaning of eating: to fuel and nourish our bodies. Remember, food is fuel, food is love, and you need it to do all the amazing things....
Competent Eating: Learning To Love Your Fuel | Catalyst Fitness
When is the last time you took the time to sit down and really enjoy a meal? These days not only do we eat extremely fast, but we have completely lost touch with the meaning of eating: to fuel and nourish our bodies. Remember, food is fuel, food is love, and you need it to do all the amazing things....
See more at
catalystfitnessbuffalo.com
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Hope Chest Breast Cancer Survivor Classes are back at Maple! These classes, and their mix of cardio and weight training intervals, focus on the exercise needs of those who have survived but are open to all Catalyst members.
Maple Holiday Weekend Pop-Up classes. Sunday, 10/11 915am CXWORX with Alex, 930am Cycling with Ellen & Cathy email ecoleman@catalystfitnessbuffalo.com to reserve a bike. Monday, 10/12 930am fitLAB with Chris. Go online to reserve your spot https://www.catalystfitnessbuffalo.com/class-type/fitlab/signup
Maple Pop-Up Outdoor class. Wednesday, 10/7 530pm Cycling with Ellen. Email ecoleman@catalystfitnessbuffalo.com to reserve your bike.
SAT, OCT 17 AT 9:30 AM EDT
Outdoor Les Mills Bodypump United launch
🔥5:30AM FitLAB with Alex every Wednesday starting 10/7🔥
FitLAB is our heart-rate training programed designed for ANYONE who is looking to improve their cardiovascular system, body composition or just feel great!! Register today at- https://www.catalystfitnessbuffalo.com/class-type/fitlab/login
Join Alex for a Wehrle RPM Pop-Up Cycling Class. Wednesday, 10/28 @715pm. Spots are limited get a class ticket at the kiosk when you arrive.
Need to get a workout in before work or school? Catalyst has you covered! Check out Dawn's Monday morning 6am Shred/Ignite class at Maple. This mix of cardio and weight training is a great way to start to your day.
Cycling is back @Elmwood. Saturday's 930am with Rheannin.
2 Pop-Up Indoor Cycling classes @Maple this weekend. Join Roslyn Saturday, 10/24 @1030am or Ellen Sunday, 10/25 @830am. Get a class ticket at the kiosk when you arrive.
🚨FRENCH RD MAKE UP CLASS🚨
If you missed Bodyflow Wednesday morning due to the power outage, here is your second chance!
Join Jen M at our French Rd location Friday October 23rd at 8:30am for Bodyflow.
Cycling is back @Elmwood! Join Rheannin Saturday mornings @930am starting this week 10/24. Get a class ticket at the kiosk.
The Governor has determined that Western New York is part of a COVID-19 cluster zone and has put our area into Orange status.
At 9:00pm Thursday November 19, 2020, all Catalyst Fitness locations will close until further notice. We are confident that the closure will contribute to slowing the spread of the virus so we may all return to normal activities more quickly.
All membership billing will stop on December 1, 2020. Your membership will be credited for the time that the gym is closed. The credit will be applied when we are allowed to reopen and billing resumes. We appreciate your patience and loyalty during this incredibly challenging period in our country’s history.
We know that fitness in an integral part of your daily routine. It helps to keep you focused and grounded, and in uncertain times helps you to de-stress. We hope that you take this time to get outside and continue to work towards your fitness goals. We will be posting updates to our social media accounts with suggestions for workouts. Follow our trainers and Group Exercise staff members for great workouts as we navigate this together.
We wish you and your families the best of health, and our hearts go out to all those who have been affected by the COVID-19 Coronavirus. Please do your part to stop the spread and continue to follow the guidelines set by our Local, State and Federal governments in order to help this pandemic come to a safe and quick resolution.
The moment our numbers in Erie County decline and our cluster zone changes to yellow or no color at all, we will be ready to welcome you back to the club. Keep an eye on our social media posts and website www.catalystfitnessbuffalo.com for up to date information.
Nothing beats a heart-pumping Cycling workout to alleviate stress. Check out the socially distanced room at Maple. All group exercise class schedules are online www.catalystfitnessbuffalo.com
Attention members due to instructor illness the 5pm Shape class at Maple tonight is cancelled. It will resume next week as scheduled.
🌟Meet our Eggert Club Member of the Week: Larry🌟
Larry is 64 years old and uses the gym as part of his training for triathlons. Has been a member with us for around 8 years.
This is what Larry has to say about the club:
"The Staff is wonderful. The place is impeccably clean all the time. The members have been fabulous as far as cleaning the equipment and wearing masks. Trainer Chris helped me through an injury at one point and did a really fantastic job" 💪
Hope Chest classes are back at Seneca. Join Beth Friday nights at 6pm. These classes are open to all Catalyst members. Its a great mix of cardio and weights that will give you a phenomenal full body workout.
New classes are starting this week at Wehrle. Join Alex Thursday nights at 615pm for BodyFlow or check out Cycling with Amy on Friday mornings at 930am. Get a class ticket when you arrive.
LAST CHANCE Barre class with Jaclynn starts this week! Wednesday nights 530pm at Wehrle. 8 sessions $149. Only 2 spots left call 626-1963 today.
Robbie's back on the schedule at Maple! Join her Monday mornings at 1015am for her signature RAW Cuts workout. Get a class ticket from the kiosk when you arrive.
Catalyst Fitness French Road here! Please welcome Joey Pisto to our amazing team of Personal Trainers! Joey has a hip, fun attitude and he's ready to help you crush your fitness goals!
Joey's Fitness Philosophy:
"Fitness entails the mind, body, and soul. Each approach fits together like a balancing act and when it comes full circle, changes and results come to help us reach our goals!"
Call us at 716-656-1530 to book your session with Joey today!
Two of WNY's finest are now dancing at Maple. Welcome Jenn & Dancin' Mary to the Catalyst Zumba team! Jenn will put on the party Friday nights at 630pm and Mary will be rocking out Saturday's at 1130am and Tuesdays & Thursdays at 630pm. The Zumba dance parties start this Friday night 2/5.
Get yourself into phenomenal shape by taking our NEWEST Group Training class at French Road. RIP-N-RIDE combines the cardio benefits of cycling with strength circuits in our fitLAB studio. Join Wendy Wednesday's 9-10am or Thursday's 645-745pm. Classes start next week. 8 session's for $149. Only 10 spots are available call 656-1530 today to register.
