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**Please note that featured products are a sponsored product highlight from our supplement distribution partner, Livingston Muscle Products. TAB Massage and Fitness does not endorse or provide all of the features products offered. It is our goal to provide our clients with the best supplement solutions on the market. Please consult a professional before starting any supplement plan.

Enjoy Valentines Day With Your Sweetie

So you survived the holidays, now what? All the holiday decorations are put away, the kids are back in school and your house is empty. February is the month of love, and what better way to celebrate than with a couples retreat. Grab your closest friend or loved one and indulge yourself in relaxing a getaway. Couples will melt into our warm supple tables while enjoying the soothing healing hands of our massage therapists. Therapeutic aromas paired with the soulful sounds of Gregorian chants transport your mind and soul to a realm of relaxation. Our Valentines Day Spa Retreat is sure to satisfy by delivering 2 hours of exceptional services. Come prepared to indulge in the utmost luxury of:

• 2 - 90 minute massages incorporating several modalities
• Invigorating dry brushing to aide in smoothing the skin
• Reflexology using deep, penetrating, tension-relieving lotion
• Stimulating facial Massage and scalp massage
• Romantic blend of essential oils for full body massage
• Hot stones available upon request

Please call (810) 844-1283 or stop in today to get more information or book your Valentines Day Couples Retreat! Limited availability of appointments! Valentines Day Spa Retreat offer ends February 29, 2012, please limit one special per couple.

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At TAB Massage and Fitness we try to bring you all aspects to a healthy lifestyle. One area that we have been a little lite on is the supplement and vitamin offerings. We looked around and did some investigation to see what we could do to bring the best possible solution your way. Well, we are proud to announce we have partnered up with Livingston Muscle Products to bring you the most affordable supplements on the market. Several factors went into our selection to work with Livingston Muscle Products such as:

• Local Support - They are located in the Livingston County area and will serve as an extremely convenient solution for delivering product to our clients
• Health and Fitness Enthusiast - They have several years of experience in the health and fitness industry and know what it takes to successful
• Affordable - By not having a brick and mortar establishment, they can bring you what is important; product at an incredible price!
• Accessible - We have exclusive access with them and get your product to you quickly
• Client Satisfaction - Their priority for client satisfaction is extremely high. We want to make sure when we refer you to one of our partners that you are getting the best customer service possible.
• Collaboration - We plan to work closely to bring our clients the best possible health and wellness experiences in Livingston County

Livingston Muscle Products supplys premium nutritional supplementation to anyone and everyone with a passion for not only reaching their fitness goals, but surpassing them. We are committed to selling the highest quality products from the most reputable companies in the sports product business. Building muscle? Losing fat? Increasing endurance and performance? We have cutting-edge supplements from industry-leading manufacturers for every type of athlete. Don't see what you're looking for? Just ask! We have access to thousands of products, and most can be shipped to us within 24 hours.

If you haven't noticed already, we have teamed up to offer a "Featured Product" of the month to our clients at a special TAB Massage and Fitness only price. Stay tuned to our blog, Facebook, Twitter or website for the newest Featured Products. You won't disappointed, and that's a guarantee.

In the meantime, pop on over to Livingston Muscle Products and check out what they are offering up.

Hiring a personal trainer can be great for your health. A fitness professional can help you lose weight, tone your muscles and achieve your health goals. But personal training has its fair share of unqualified people who claim they can train, yet put clients at risk. The problem? There are no state or federal safety regulations a person has to meet before he or she can claim they are qualified in the health and fitness field. What's worse, at some gyms - big-name health clubs included - all you need is a high school diploma to get hired. So as a consumer, it's important to know how to hire a personal trainer and avoid the ones that are potentially hazardous to you health.

Find out how you can hire the right trainer after the break....

What To Look For In A Personal Trainer?

To make sure your personal trainer is on the up-and-up, here's what you should look for.

1. Credentials: Ask your personal trainer where he or she went to school or what certification training program he or she completed. Did he take proper safety and technique training courses? Is she knowledgeable in training protocols for your particular fitness goals? Don't assume that a trainer who doesn't have a degree in kinesiology or exercise science isn't for you. There are several quality certifying personal training programs in the US – choose a trainer who has been certified from the most reputable. These include the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the American Council on Exercise (ACE),National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association(NSCA).
2. Safety: All personal trainers should know – and be certified in – CPR. They should also know how (and when) to use the most basic medical tools, like a puffer, as well as what to do in cases of injury or medical conditions, such as low blood sugar, fainting, heart palpitations, etc. If you have a medical condition, be sure to partner with a fitness expert who is savvy on training protocols specific for you.??Experience: The first thing you should ask a personal trainer is how long he or she has been practicing. How many clients has she had? How long have clients stayed with him - why did they stop working with him? Has she won any awards or been recognized for outstanding work? This will give you a better idea of your potential trainer's background and whether or not he or she is passionate about the job.??Leadership: When you work with a personal trainer you should feel confident and comfortable. A good trainer will encourage you, help you meet your goals and work with you to overcome any obstacles you may face – all while taking your limitations and current physical health into account.??Knowledge: When training, you're going to want to work with someone who is knowledgeable in the areas you want to focus on. For example, if you're a bodybuilder, you should look for a personal trainer who knows weights and specialized workouts. If you're really into rock climbing, you're going to want to work with a fitness professional who's been a rock climber. And the same with other sports or activities.??Track progress: From day one, a good personal trainer will keep track of the progress you're making and will keep you informed on things you could be doing better. Qualified trainers recognize your successes and are a positive force in helping you improve your fitness and reasonably reach your goals.

Beware of Dangerous Personal Trainers

Despite the majority of trainers who are qualified, there are those that are either underqualified or may be qualified but not cut out for the job. Listen to your gut when working with a fitness professional. If something just doesn't feel right, it probably isn't. But there are also some telling signs you may be working with a personal trainer who could harm, rather than help, your health.

1. Your trainer doesn't answer your questions. If you ask a question, a good personal trainer should be able to respond with a wealth of knowledge or suggestions. If he can't – and doesn't offer to research your question and get back to you – something could be amiss.
2. Your trainer doesn't listen to you when you say no. If you start complaining about pain or exhaustion in your muscles or joints, a good personal trainer will tell you to slow down or stop. If she doesn't and makes you push through the pain, you could get seriously hurt. Find another trainer.
3. Your trainer doesn't provide enough encouragement. A personal trainer should encourage you to reach your goals. If your trainer isn't your biggest cheerleader or, worse, is demeaning and makes you feel like a failure, find a new one.
4. Your trainer offers unsolicited health advice - or supplements. If for any reason a personal trainer tries to sell you on supplements offered by the gym or that he personally sells, be wary. Unless a personal trainer is a qualified doctor, holistic practitioner or nutritionist, she should not be offering up medical advice. And with the potential danger of weight loss supplements containing potent stimulants, you definitely want to steer clear of shady advice from someone who isn't qualified to prescribe medications or supplements.
5. Your trainer seems distracted. Gyms are loud places. If a personal trainer gets distracted easily or pays more attention to the cellphone or other people, it may be time to find an attentive trainer to work with – you deserve and need undivided attention when working with weights and machines or while performing other exercises.

How to Find a Qualified Personal Trainer

If you do the research before hiring someone, finding a personal trainer that's qualified is easy. Here are some simple suggestions.

1. Get referrals. We listen to the advice of our friends and family when they suggest a hairdresser or doctor, so why not a personal trainer? Their suggestions could point you to a gym or fitness club that offers the kind of training you're looking for.
2. Watch personal trainers at your gym. By watching how a trainer interacts with clients, you'll get a pretty good idea of how he would work with you. In particular, look for trainers that are working with people who share your similar fitness goals.
3. Check out professional organizations. The ACSM, ACE and NSCA all offer listings for personal trainers in your area.
4. Book a trial appointment. A good personal trainer should be able to sit down and talk with you before you sign on. She should also be able to walk you through a typical training routine. Many health clubs actually offer complementary personal training sessions as part of the membership.
5. Talk to the fitness director at your health club. If your health club has a long list of trainers, it may be difficult to choose which one is right for you. Talk to the fitness director about your health and fitness goals and have her pair you up with the right personal trainer. And don't be afraid to ask for another referral if that particular trainer and you don't hit it off.
6. Don't expect miracles. One of the common complaints from trainers is that some clients expect miracle results that are impossible to achieve and then blame their trainer for not being qualified enough to help them reach their goals. Even the best personal trainers can't deliver overnight results like losing 30 pounds in a week or dropping six dress sizes in two weeks - and they especially can't help you reach your goals if you are overeating, drinking too many calories or rarely exercising outside of your appointments. Be reasonable about your goals and take responsibility for your part of the program – make sure you follow a healthy diet, hydrate properly, strive for adequate sleep and round out your personal training sessions with workouts of your own.

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A strong immune system can help you fight of colds during the autumn and fall. One of the best ways to boost your immune system is with good nutrition and eating the right foods. Eating a diet of whole foods will help keep you healthy, but make sure you are adding these foods to your diet to keep your immune system strong:

See what natural foods help remedy cold and flu after the break

• Low-fat yogurt containing probiotics have been shown to increase immune response by increasing white blood cell count. So have yogurt for breakfast or make a smoothie for a snack.

  Oats contain a fiber that has antimicrobial and antioxidant compounds. Enjoy oats for breakfast or add into foods such as meatloaf.

• Fish contains selenium that helps clear the flu out of your body. Salmon and others that contain omega 3s reduce inflammation. Aim to have fish a few nights a week.
• Garlic has sulfur compounds that help enhance the immune system and also has antioxidant features. You can add garlic to all many dishes and soups.
• Ginger in the form of tea can help with nausea and also can help treat cough and fever.
• Chicken soup helps clear clogged airways and the salty broth acts like cough syrup keeping mucus thin. The added spices like garlic and onions also help boost immunity. Make your own chicken soup so you have control of the salt you put in and you can add lots of vegetables too.
• Beef contains zinc (as does oysters, pork, poultry and fortified cereals) which helps develop white blood cells that are needed for destroying bacteria and viruses. Vary your proteins during the week making sure you enjoy the leanest cuts of meat, and skinless chicken.
• Citrus fruits that contain vitamin C help fight off colds. Other vitamin C rich foods are potatoes, green peppers, and strawberries.

Don't forget to say hydrated by drink water, 100% natural juices, hot tea, or even hot water with lemon. For more information on how you can beat the cold with natural remedies this winter stop in and see Tricia!

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We are proud to announce that yoga has begun at TAB Massage and fitness. We are working closely with Cathy Owens to deliver several options to our clients and the community. If you haven't already heard, TAB Massage and Fitness has moved to a bigger and better location in Howell. Our space has almost tripled allowing us the versatility to offer wellness classes and new services!

We are anticipating our yoga and future classes to be a great success for the Livingston County community. It is our goal to deliver the industries best offerings. For your convenience we are offering our class registration online via our website www.tabmassage.com. Here you will be able to browse the available classes, the times they are offered and then submit your registration to attend. Upon a successful registration you will be sent a confirmation of your reservation. You will also have the ability to manage your existing reservations as well.

Join many of our clients already taking advantage of these wonderful classes today. Daily drop-in rates start at $15 with options to purchase packages of 4 or 8 for a savings up almost 50%! Visit our Wellness Class page to find out more information.