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ANNA LAMPIGNANO, FULL BIO

• ACE Certified Personal Trainer

• Lifestyle & Weight Management (ACE)

• Post Rehab Specialist

• RTS (Resistance Training Specialist) - Level I

• New York City Ballet (cert. GE)

• Sports Performance Institute (SPI) Levels I & II

• Thai Massage Levels I & II

Question: Anna - You have often mentioned muscle fiber recruitment in your classes over the years and how the different types affect the development of muscle. I've been changing up my exercises but I have not made much progress lately. What changes can I make to start seeing another growth pattern?
Question: I've been a runner for most of my adult life and recently took your advice about starting up a weight training program. Thanks, because I saw great changes in my physique initially. I've noticed however that I'm no longer building muscle and I'm not getting any stronger. It's been about 3 months. I was expecting that strength would slow down after awhile but it seems to have completely stopped. I can't work with a trainer at the club during the week, but I was thinking about working with someone near home on the weekends. Any advice?
Question: Every year I make a resolution to lose that same ten pounds. Usually I lose a couple and then regain them. I know I'm working out enough (you've told me so!) and the problem lies with what I'm eating. Would you please provide some of your great tips to help me practice some discipline? You gave me some a few years ago but I can't remember them. A "tips" list would be great to help me stay on track. I need a pep talk, but feel free to be tough!
Question: I currently do your military class, step power class, 1 Flex it (try) and 1 Chisel per week. I´m used to not feeling very sore after the regular military or power class. However, I really was expecting (wanting) to feel the pain after the first chisel class. That tender, painful feeling that makes it difficult to sit, to stand, to walk, because your muscles are soooooo sore. Psychologically I feel like I´ve accomplished more in my workout if I feel this way the day after a class. Typically what happens is I do feel the muscles exhaust themselves in these classes and in the evening I feel the muscles being tired, however in the morning I´m able to fully sit, stand, and walk with no (or very little) tender, painful feeling.......
Question: I've noticed my metabolism has been slowing down ever since I got older. I've just turned 40, what are some things I can do to lose some of those extra pounds I have gained?
Question: I'm a fit, 215 lbs. male and I lift heavy weights about five times a week on average. I only get a little sore about once every few weeks and feel I've hit a plateau. What can I do to make my workouts effective again?
Question: You have talked about the benefits of MSM for my arthritis and joint pain. When I looked into it I realized that it is a sulfur based product. I'm allergic to sulfites and also can't take sulfa drugs. Can you recommend something else I can take for joint pain? We talked about how Glucosamine is not doing the trick. Thank you! L.M.
Question: Hi Anna, I am an active 53 year old man who works out daily. Is there anything I should be aware of doing (or not doing) as I get older that will be of benefit or harm me in the long run? From D.G.
Question: Anna – would you please explain what causes cellulite, if there’s any way to get rid of it and why men don’t get it? Thanks. D. Important, Please Read: The content of this website is for knowledge purposes only. It does not intend to provide medical advice: diagnosis, treatment or to substitute the advice of a qualified healthcare professional. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of content found on the website. Readers should not use this information for self-diagnosis and should consult a healthcare professional to determine the appropriateness of the information for their personal situation. Stand Out Media Inc, Torontopath.com, its agents and contributors are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any other information or services you obtain through this site.

Last updated on 5/18/2012 5:10:15 PM

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