Summer is finally here! Like every summer, we have a race that we put together that helps the #FasterFam get right just in time for Memorial weekend. We call it the Spring Transformation Challenge and we’re proud to say that 46% of the people who finished the challenge hit the goal to lose 3% body fat or more in just 6 weeks That is blazing fast results, and about twice as fast as what is generally considered fast results, but hey, that’s what we do! Below are some of the most impressive before/after pictures that we had in the last Faster Fitness 6 Week Transformation Challenge:  Abbie ..read more

Why do you exercise? We all exercise to be healthy, feel better and more fit. Having consulted with over a thousand clients, I’ve come to find that mosts people’s main motivation to train is to have a toned physique that will give them more confidence and health, along with all of the benefits listed above. If your goal is a toned physique, then what’s the best way to get there? From a training standpoint, a combination of targeted weight training and metabolic conditioning is the fastest and most sustainable route. Metabolic Conditioning is all the rage right now because it is great for burni ..read more

Cardiovascular training is one of the oldest forms of exercise but has evolved considerably over the last few decades. For most people today, they choose this style of exercise because they know that it’s simple and requires no equipment to get started. However, what most people want is to tone up or lean out, which means they want to lose body fat or maintain a fit body. To get there and stay there, they need to improve their nutrition and train smart 3-5 days per week. Not all exercise is created equal, and that is especially true for different types of cardio. At Faster Fitness, we’ve found ..read more

Have you ever thought about working with a personal trainer or group personal trainer, but were just too afraid? Have you been intrigued by a fitness class, but couldn’t dare set foot in a gym? Well, it’s time to put your fitness fears to bed! There’s nothing scary hiding in our St. Louis gym! Group Personal Training shouldn’t be something that scares you! Most fears are irrational and are created by the mind anyway, producing a negative filter to view something or someone in the world around you. And the idea of bettering your health should never be seen as a negative! Even though we’re enter ..read more

Bill Gates once said, “Technology is just a tool. In terms of getting the kids working together and motivating them, the teacher is the most important.” Even though I’m not going to talk to you about the newest tech products, I think this quote applies to many aspects of life – including fitness. Whether you’re a parent, a sibling, a teacher, or a friend, you’re a teacher for those around you. We have many tools to help better our lives, besides just fun little gadgets. One of the places that houses many tools to better our lives is the gym. It sometimes may seem like work using these tools co ..read more

The ideal body image has changed dramatically over the course of human history. This is especially true for women. In ancient Egypt, women were depicted to be slender, with high-waists and slim shoulders; the Victorian era saw the hourglass figure as the ideal body type; while the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s celebrated the curvier female. Our obsession with the ideal body hasn’t waned, and the fitness industry has had to evolve as we look for new ways to improve the way we look and feel. Exercise trends have also changed quite a bit over the years. From the fuzzy leg warmers of the 1980s to the spa ..read more

Some people are in denial. It’s coming folks. Really. Summer is almost here and that means many things to different people. It could mean outdoor soccer leagues starting up or the fact that school is out and the kids are home. It also means changing out the wardrobe and pulling out the shorts and swimsuit. And that is when the sirens go off in the head for some people. Red alert! Get Your Butt Back In The Gym! Red alert! There are many women who aren’t as happy with how the hot weather forces them to display their derriere. However, it doesn’t have to be that way! You don’t have to be built li ..read more

Wonder Woman stormed the comic world in 1941 with indestructible cuffs and a lasso that reveals the truth. She’s a character that has brains, beauty, and brawn. While comic racks were once dominated with muscular super-men wearing spandex, Wonder Woman came in to unsettle the boy’s club. And rightfully so. Young girls also need a superhero of their own to look up to – someone who can defeat the evils of the universe and save the world. Since her creation, Wonder Woman has gone on to inspire millions of women from all over to fight for a better world. Be Strong and Confident We currently live i ..read more

Long gone are the dated “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” and jazzercise classes. Group training classes aren’t just spandex filled rooms led by coaches spouting cheesy motivational lines. Faster Fitness is one of many gyms in St. Louis who offer group training classes. In 2017, there are so many fat-burning, heart-racing fitness classes that will get your off of your isolated elliptical and into a room where you’re having fun with friends while getting in the best shape of your life. Sometimes going it alone at the gym can get monotonous or become just a boring routine. Being active should never put y ..read more

Finding the right gym is more than a game of hide & seek. It’s not just a matter of finding a gym in the wild – it’s about finding the right one for you. The keyword there is YOU. Just like with any journey, you need to prepare before jumping right into it. You need to find out why you want to join and what you are specifically looking for. Ask yourself a series of questions before you just pop into the nearest Planet Fitness or Club Fitness. Plan Ahead and Do Your Research Make a list of what you are looking for. Strength training, cardio, a pool for swimming laps… all of these are reason ..read more