What is Ketosis?
Ketosis is simply a state in which the body is primarily using fat, and fat-derived molecules cal…
Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent fasting is a dietary strategy that allows for varying windows of time where no calories (either from food, drink, or supplements) are consumed. By itself, intermittent fasting is a protocol that does not direct attention to what foods are being consumed….Read More.
How do we use carbs?
Much like omega 6-fatty acids, carbohydrates and their main regulatory hormone, insulin, are not inherently deleterious to human health. Many of the problems we see with them come from their gross over representation in the modern Western diet. …Read More.
Whats the Deal With Meat?
Meat consumption has long been a point of contention in our society. We are confronted by a plethora of often contradictory advice from a wide range of experts, each invoking scientific rationale to support his or her recommendations….Read More.
Grains & Inflammation
Dairy has long been a controversial topic in nutrition. Is it good for us or does it contribute to inflammation and metabolic disease?…Read More.
Saturated Fat/Cholesterol
Dairy has long been a controversial topic in nutrition. Is it good for us or does it contribute to inflammation and metabolic disease?…Read More.
Epigenetics
Epigenetics is a relatively new field of study which focuses on heritable changes in gene expression. Genes are portions of our DNA that encode information for all of our various biological functions….Read More.
Far Infrared Sauna
The benefits to using a far infrared sauna are manifold. When used in conjunction with a strength training program, the far infrared sauna has been shown to have a synergistic effect on performance and recovery….Read More.
Kaatsu Training
Kaatsu training is a revolutionary resistance training system that uses precise, pressurized cuffs to restrict blood flow to the limbs during a workout. It is a scientifically endorsed, safe, effective, and unique form of exercise that offers a host of benefits across a variety of populations….Read More.
Super Slow
Super slow is a high intensity resistance training technique where one set per exercise is performed to failure. As the name suggests, repetitions are executed with a very slow tempo….Read More.
No-Nonsense Workouts
WHEN IT COMES TO workouts, everybody has an opinion on the best ways to torch calories and burn fat, fast. But we found four local coaches and trainers whose exercise programs produce real results and are grounded in biomechanics and exercise science. Even better…Read More.
With new fitness “solarium” in Stamford, trainer redefines home gym
For the initial location of his Pure Conditioning training clinic, Daniel Pachter shared space with a small group of instructors a few blocks over from the Trump Tower in Midtown Manhattan. For his second location, he built a weight training “solarium” at his own home in leafy North Stamford….Read More.
The New Norm of Exercising with Pure Conditioning
Ever walk into a gym and instantly feel intimidated by all of the hefty machines and macho men around. Well walking into the Ultimate Training Center, I had those same anxieties, minus the spectators. …Read More.
Revolutionary New Fitness Methods At Pure Conditioning NYC
For someone like myself, with the daily commute that I have, plus everything that comes with my Monday-Fridays, finding time to workout can be incredibly tricky. With the warm weather in full effect, and beach …Read More.