Consistency, Commitment, Results—Meet Julia Gelbart, May Member of the Month Sometimes success in personal training isn’t complicated at all: it’s about taking charge, showing up, and doing the work—just ask Julia Gelbart. Her outlook is refreshingly clear: as she gets older, she refuses to let her body slow her down, and with a positive attitude,
Not All Back Pain Advice Is Created Equal Anyone who’s battled back or neck pain knows how confusing the advice can get: try this stretch, take this pill, maybe even consider surgery. It’s refreshing to see more people challenging the “quick fix” mindset in favor of holistic, long-term solutions—like ELDOA and fascia-informed training. From Personal
Tired? Ditch the Energy Drinks—Here’s Why There’s a reason those colorful cans and tiny shots have become big business. But are energy drinks actually helping in the long run? Sure, you’ll get a quick rush, but the real story isn’t so simple—or so safe. Energy drinks aren’t regulated like regular sodas, so companies can load
Meet Denise Johnson—Turning Setbacks Into Success Some people just know how to work hard, and Denise Johnson is the definition of that spirit. Years of emergency room nursing, logging 250 cycling miles a week, and raising a family—Denise knows hustle. But when back pain hit and “working harder” didn’t fix it, she found herself at
Why Your Pelvis is the “Base” of Back Health It’s easy to assume fitness is all about cardio or visible muscle, but real movement starts with the pelvis. This unsung “base” affects daily posture, power, and how you feel after everything from desk work to hiking or skiing. Even with good cardio, surprising imbalances in
Meet Leslie Weinstein—Retired, Inspired, and Getting Stronger Leslie Weinstein’s story captures what SolCore Fitness is all about: giving people support, structure, and a doable program to help them thrive—no matter what health challenges or life stage they’re in. Referred by her friend Barbara, Leslie joined looking for more strength, less fear, and a retirement full
Meet Susan Bennett—Strong, Resilient, and Redefining What’s Possible Susan Bennett’s story is all about perseverance—and proving that hard work (and a sense of humor) go a long way on the journey to feeling truly strong. As a busy professional, grandma, and athlete, Susan battled spinal stenosis, back pain, and knee surgeries for years. Even eight
Why Fun Activities Alone Aren’t a Complete Plan It’s incredibly common—especially in a place like Santa Fe—to fall in love with a sport or activity and hope that’s all it takes to stay fit. As a career personal trainer (who’s a bit obsessed with skiing), the truth is unavoidable: no recreational activity covers all the
Meet John Bennett—Tenacity, Curiosity, and a Comeback After Surgery Some people set the bar for toughness—and John Bennett is one of them. From racing motorcycles to tackling five spinal surgeries and still living life at full speed, his story proves that grit alone isn’t enough for lasting health. It was pain—nagging and everywhere—that finally got
Why Exercise Is More Than Physical—It’s Rhythmic Exercise isn’t just about toned muscles or calorie burn—it’s a reset button for the body’s built-in rhythms. Beyond all the well-documented benefits (mood, weight, heart health, sleep, energy), research shows regular movement has a powerful link to our circadian rhythm—the 24-hour body clock that governs not just sleep
HIIT—The Science of Getting Fitter, Faster With New Year’s resolutions (or swimsuit season) around the corner, everyone wants fat loss and fitness gains—fast. Here’s the good news: sound research proves you don’t have to spend endless hours on the treadmill. Short, high-intensity bursts (HIIT) can deliver all the metabolic, fat-burning, and heart-health benefits of hours
Exercise Is Brain Exercise—It’s More Than Muscles Ever get the urge to break out of the “too much work, not enough play” routine? You’re not alone. Picture this: rafting the world’s deepest canyon in Peru, a group spans teens to 60+—and a woman in her late thirties realizes, mid-paddle, she’s the physically weakest in the
The Real Formula for Fitness Success—It’s More Than Just Jumping In It’s tempting to dive into a new fitness routine with big dreams—lose weight, gain muscle, blitz through flashy challenges. But real, lasting results don’t come from “random acts of fitness.” They come from clarity: knowing what needs to happen, when, and how… with a
Amy’s Story—Strength, Resilience, and Hope in Santa Fe “Life is what you make of it. You can be happy or sad. It’s up to you.” That’s the wisdom Amy Weyhrauch grew up with, and it shows in everything she does. A mom of four, Amy has advanced ankylosing spondylitis, but she has never let that
What Do Gut Feelings Really Mean? Have you ever had a “gut feeling” or noticed your stomach acting up when you’re stressed? That’s not just a figure of speech—it’s science! The gut isn’t just a digestion machine; it’s a “second brain,” packed with over 100 million neurons that are in constant conversation with your mind.
Alcohol—the Surprising Weight Loss Killer “Just one can’t really hurt too much, can it?” For so many people working toward weight loss, alcohol feels harmless—until the science sets the record straight. Research cited by Dr. Dean Ornish in Eat More Weigh Less showed that just three ounces of alcohol can cut the body’s ability to burn fat
What Does “Holistic Personal Training” Really Mean? It’s not just the latest workout trend—real holistic personal training considers diet, lifestyle, stress, and environment, not just what you do in the gym. That means thinking about what you’re putting into your body as much as how you move it. If you’re jumping from new diet to
Barbara’s Story—Back in Action, Pain-Free When Barbara Hendrick came to SolCore Fitness, back pain from a horseback riding accident had derailed her active life and was only getting worse. She’d tried physical therapy, osteopathic treatments, and even expensive injections—nothing worked until she committed to a new approach. After a thorough consult, it was clear Barbara