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Review: Cassandre now sees muscles that she had forgotten about!

woman_orange_square“For the last 9 months I’ve been getting trained at Peak Physique and Performance. In one word my experience has been amazing!

I train predominately with Lyen Wong, owner and trainer of the gym. She has been a constant in pushing and motivating me to reach my goals. She can tell when you are being a little lazy and can actually increase your weights or do a few more reps and will give you that little nudge to keep you going.

Like most people, I started training with the intent to get back in shape lose the excess weight I had gained, and be overall toned. Over the last few months I have seen these physical changes, having dropped over 20 pounds and seeing muscles that I had forgotten about and some I didn’t even realize I had, but I have to say my even bigger take away is the change in my mental health.

I leave a though training session with Lyen and feel proud of myself, seeing how far I have come from day one to now. Although there were some really hard days, I received constant encouragement from Lyen as well her other trainer Brian and several other clients.

All in all if your looking for a serious trainer who will push you, encourage you, and help you to reach your goals you’ll find it at Peak Physique and Performance with Lyen and her staff.”

Cassandre A. (Miami, FL)

(link to this review on Google)

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Knowledge and education are key at PPP!

Great personal trainers stay on the cutting edge of the rapidly evolving health and fitness industry. At Peak Physique & Performance, we take education seriously!

Lyen has recently completed the following ACE courses:

  • Post-Orthopedic Rehabilitation for Personal Trainers
  • FrameWork for the Shoulder
  • FrameWork for the Knee
  • FrameWork for the Lower Back
  • FrameWork for the Healthy Muscles, Bones and Joints

Framework for the lower back

Framework for the knee

Framework for the shoulder

Post-Orthopedic rehabilitation for Personal Trainers

Framework for healthy muscles, bones and joints

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Review: “A butt kickin’ good time” for Safia

woman_orange_square“If you’re looking for a butt kickin’ good time and one of the finest gyms of Miami This is the place to go!

Lyen, is an excellent trainer who works with you in perfecting exercise routines to help sculpt the body you want. She is a lot of fun to work with and yet is very demanding to make sure I always put out 100%.

This place is always very clean, organized and well attentive. They have clean towels and water bottles at your service every time. 

I’m more than happy with the results I’ve seen throughout my time there, and it’s only been 2 months. I can’t wait to see myself by Summer! 🙂

Safia T. (Miami, FL)

(link to this review on Yelp)

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Nine reasons why women should do weight training

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Lyen Wong

Strength training is an important part of improving your overall fitness, and for women, it can mean much more. In addition to numerous health benefits, adding weights to your routine can become a form of personal development that builds strength in all areas of life.

1. Boost your metabolism naturally

By adding muscle through strength training (even just a little bit), your resting metabolic rate (i.e., the amount of calories you burn daily by just existing) also increases. Athletes are calorie-burning machines even when they are not exercising.

2. Protect your knees

Women have a wider pelvis than men, which creates a larger angle at which the femur meets the tibia, also known as the “Q-angle.” This larger angle leads to an amplified chance for ACL injuries— up to 10 times greater than men. Building hip strength through movements such as squats and lunges has been shown to decrease this risk.

3. Gain more independence

Isn’t it nice to be able to put your luggage in the overhead compartment without the help of the man sitting behind you? Let’s smash the stereotype of men being the only ones who are able to help move furniture and get heavy jobs done!

4. Maintain bone density

Due to dropping levels of estrogen, postmenopausal women are prone to osteoporosis. Numerous studies show a positive relationship between resistance training and bone density. When bone feels the “pull” from the muscles, bone growth is stimulated. Not only can strength training offset bone loss, it can actually cause an increase in bone density in women who regularly lift weights.

5. Elevate mood

Women are twice as likely to develop clinical depression as men, yet two-thirds of these women do not do anything to combat these feelings. The release of norepinephrine, dopamine and serotonin during resistance training chemically helps exercisers acheive a feeling of well-being. Weight training also leads to an increase in energy, better sleep patterns, and a feeling of accomplishment and control.

6. Improve posture

Combat a kyphotic (hunched over) posture by strengthening the backside of the body. Proper posture leads to injury prevention and better power transfer in athletics. Plus, you just look better when you stand up straight.

7. Shape without the bulk

Due to their lower levels of testosterone, it is very difficult for women to develop large, bulky muscles. Instead of the bulk, most women tend to build a nice hourglass figure—curves we can be proud of!

8. Move better for longer

By strengthening muscles and improving bone density, women who spend time in the weight room are typically active for longer periods of time. Increased hip and leg strength aid in mobility and balance, and upper-body strength helps combat postural issues that can lead to back and shoulder injuries.

9. Become a better athlete

Gone are the days when coaches worried that lifting weights would build bulky muscles that would weigh down athletes. Strength training can lead to better functional movement, explosive power, durability and, of course, greater overall strength.

In conclusion

As often as we talk about all of these benefits,  still 9 out of 10 women do training because they want a better butt. What is the best way to achieve a better butt? Squats. Lunges. Strength training. Period.

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Review: Mark says “Lyen gets me great results”!

man_orange_square“After training for 3 months at Peak Physique & Performance I’ve realized that the experience of training with Lyen Wong has been nothing short of amazing. Lyen has a tremendous energy for life, and she brings her A game to every session. Lyen is completely focused on her clients, constantly reinforcing proper technique in each and every exercise. She inspires confidence and has allowed me to get great results. The physical problems I’ve had in the past due to sports injuries are greatly diminished, and I look forward to greater success with Lyen’s guidance. Lyen’s knowledge of body mechanics is truly remarkable.
The PPP experience is A+. The space is super clean, set up efficiently, and never overcrowded. I highly recommend Peak Physique & Performance.”

Mark B. (Miami, FL)

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