Los Angeles Personal Trainer

Hi Lalo -

Of course, the secret to "visible abs" is low body fat, but can certain exercises, or too many of certain exercises, actually be detrimental to the appearance of the midsection? If so, what exercises should be avoided, and what exercises can strengthen the core without adding bulk?

Thanks, Lalo. Kudos to you and your team, and keep up the good work!

~ Lorraine

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Hi Lorraine,

I wouldn’t worry about the exercises you do for you abs, worry about the times you don’t do your exercises . I can’t think of an exercise that would be detrimental for the appearance of your abs. The only thing that comes to mind is when doing abs, concentrate on low weights and high reps instead of heavy weight and low reps and don’t use any equipment. Also, focus on your abs and good posture while doing the exercises.

Take care!

Lalo Fuentes, CSCS
Personal Trainer & Lifestyle Coach
Los Angeles, California

Hi Lalo!!

I LOVE your workouts!!!

I have a 2-part question:

1. Is there a cardio workout routine you can recommend that doesn't require any equipment but is also effective for burning calories? I find the traditional jumping jacks, on the spot running and kick-back exercises you do in LaloFit v1 exceptionally effective. So on my "cardio only days" I do these exercises in rotation for about 30 minutes. Although I feel the burn, the exercises can get boring. Are there other simple exercises I can do in combination with those moves when I am on a "cardio day"? I really like to sweat it out!

2. Is it ok to alternate between LaloFit v1 and v2 (e.g. Mon, Wed, Fri: v1; Tues, Thu, Sat: v2) or is that too taxing on the body?

I really want to see results quickly...but I guess patience is a virtue!

Thanks!
Claire

p.s. any plans to produce a cardio-only workout DVD?

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Hi Claire,

I’m glad you like the workouts!

Take your cardio workout outdoors. While you’re getting some cardio done you are also enjoying the outdoors, which could be a great way of reducing stress. I filmed my fitness videos inside a warehouse and only using 5 Lb weights to send the “Do it anywhere”, “No excuses” message. Try running, hiking, biking, swimming, play tennis, beach volleyball, racquetball and the list is endless. Any of those activities will make you burn a lot of calories and fat. If you still want to keep it indoors, you should try to also include the ab workouts in between your cardio moves. That should get you sweating and will ad variety to your cardio days. The only way I would do a cardio-only DVD is if I end up doing a 3 month program

Having both videos gives you more variety, which is great, but you should not workout every day with them. Since both LaloFit exercise videos are full body workouts, you’ll be working the same muscles. Try to do V1 Mon, Wed, and V2 the same days but the following week. You can also do V.1 Mon, Wed, and V2 on Friday or the other way around. On Tuesday Thursday and Saturday you can do cardio and abs. And yes, patience is a virtue; as long as you do strength training, cardio and have a balanced diet you should be on the right track.

Good luck!

Lalo Fuentes, CSCS
Personal Trainer & Lifestyle Coach
Los Angeles, California

Hi Lalo,

I use the LaloFit V.1 DVD 3 times a week in combination with cardio workouts. I really enjoy the exercises on your DVD and feel like I've accomplished something at the end of the day. And I love how my body feels the next day.

I would love to work out to your DVD everyday. However, I've heard that I should allow my muscles to rest between "aero/tone" exercises. Would it be unsafe and ineffective if I were to do the Lalofit workout everyday?

Thanks,
Lisa
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Great question Lisa!

The way you’re using the video by working out 3 times per week is the correct way of doing it. Since both LaloFit workout videos are full body workouts, it is important that you let your body rest for one day in between the workouts.

When you workout the same muscles every day you get what is called the Overtraining Syndrome, which could be also defined as excessive frequency, volume or intensity of your training. Overtraining can but doesn’t always include plateau or decrease in performance.

Lets suppose you do the LaloFit workout video on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Then Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays you could do cardio exercises such as running, hiking, biking or elliptical just to name a few and also depending on your fitness level. You also want to give your body a rest on the seventh day and do nothing. One of the three days of cardio could also be used for an active rest. On that day, you could choose an activity that is fitness related but relatively easy like a hike or a leisure bike ride.

On the cardio days, make sure you include cardio workouts that are just that, only cardio. You want to make sure not to workout the same muscles two days in a row.

Have fun!

Lalo Fuentes, CSCS
Fitness Trainer & Lifestyle Coach
Los Angeles, California

Hi Lalo,

I always thought in order to keep your body challenged, you have to vary your weight loads to continually receive results. You specifically state in volume 2 that 3 to 5 lbs is what's recommended. Is this the standard as I really didn't feel my back muscles using 5lbs?

Also, I think you should have a before and after picture section on your site for the average person using the LaloFit system.
Thanks
Dianne

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Hi Dianne,

Before increasing any weight, make sure you have great posture, full range of motion and that you are able to “Freeze” at each point of the exercise. Those are the key ingredients for fast results. Once you can achieve that, go ahead and start adding small amounts of weight progressively.

Follow this table to match you fitness goals. If you want to achieve:

Power single-effort
1 to 2 repetitions at 80-90% of your 1RM (Repetition Max)
Power multiple-effort
3 to 5 repetitions at 70-85% of your 1RM
Strength
6 or fewer repetitions at 85% of your 1RM
Hypertrophy
6 to 12 repetitions at 65-85% of your 1RM
Muscular endurance/ tone (used in LaloFit workout videos)
15 to 20 repetitions at 67% of your 1RM

Both LaloFit workout videos are design to burn fat and get you lean and toned without getting you bulky by doing high amounts of repetitions while using light weights. If you master the “Freeze” technique, you should be able to feel the burn and get fast results. If you’re a beginner, start by using 3 lb weights. Once you are able to do the whole video with good posture using 3 lb weights, I would recommend increasing the load to 5 or even 7 lbs but not more than that.
You can make your workouts more challenging while using either of my workout videos by increasing the intensity of the workout and not the weight. You can do so by mastering your posture, technique and by decreasing the rest time. I shot both workout videos almost in real time and didn’t have an easy time. Even though I exercise several times per week I find these workouts pretty challenging, specially V.2.

LaloFit V.1 and 2 are full body workouts. On both videos, you are working your back muscles on the eccentric part of various moves. Your back muscles are keeping your body from being accelerated downward by gravity (i.e. push up to bridge), or upward by velocity, (i.e shadow boxing). Even though is not so obvious, by pausing at each point of the exercise, you’re activating and connecting with those muscles and making them work. Of course it won’t be exactly the same as doing pull-ups, which is a concentric back move, but you’ll still make your back muscles work.

Thank you suggesting us to post before and after pictures for people using the LaloFit system on our website, I think it’s a great idea! We’ll start working on that. If you or anybody else has before and after pictures that would like to share, please let us know.

Have a great day!

Lalo Fuentes, CSCS
Fitness trainer & Lifestyle Coach
Los Angeles, California

Dear friends,

I'm excited to announce that we just got the first batch of LaloFit V2 DVD’s and we will be shipping out your orders first thing Monday morning. Thanks everybody for your patience, we are positive you’ll be very pleased with this second volume of LaloFit. If you have any questions please let us know, we’re here for you!

Hope you're having a great weekend!

Sloan F.
LaloFitness Team

I would like to thank everybody who came out last night to Libertine for the release of our second DVD LaloFit. The event was a success thanks to all of you. Thanks a million to the singers RUUT and RightTheStars for their amazing performance as well as our sponsors:

Aviator Nation
Muscle Milk
YogaVive
Dolce Group
Phydeaux Designs
Tyler Summers Music
Squeaky Gourmet
Marco Pelusi Hair Studio
Multipoint Network
Hoopnotica
Train West Hollywood
Sports Club LA Beverly Hills
Fresh Meals Just For You

See you at our next event!

Lalo Fuentes, CSCS
Fitness Trainer & Lifestyle Coach
Los Angeles California

I would like to share with you the trailer for the second LaloFit workout DVD. The LaloFit V.2 DVD will come with a Timer, counter, behind the scenes, a quick 15 minute workout and much more!

Stay tuned!

Lalo Fuentes, CSCS
Fitness Trainer & Lifestyle Coach
Los Angeles, California

Wednesday November 4th at The Libertine 8210 Sunset Blvd. in West Hollywood

Doors Open @ 7:30pm

Celebrate the launch of LALOFIT, the second fitness DVD by Lalo Fuentes.

DJs include: DJ Coleman, John Fulford and Trygge Toven

LIVE MUSIC
provided by Right The Stars and Ruut (from Finland!)

GIFT BAGS
First 100 guests to arrive receive a gift bag filled with products.

PARKING
$5 Valet parking at Miyagis.

We will be serving complimentary Pumpkin Spice shots and $5 Patron shots at our LaloFit Launch Party from 7:30pm - 9:00pm on NOVEMBER 4th.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=171543226061

I'm looking forward to see you guys there!

Lalo Fuentes, CSCS
Professional Fitness Trainer & Lifestyle Coach
Los Angeles, California

LaloFit DVD V.2 will be featuring DJ Ravidrums!!

DJ RAVIDRUMS originates a hip, epic musical movement and invented the simultaneous process of live drum playing and live remixing. He is bringing his brand of performance to Howie Mandel's new NBC show "How We Do It" which began airing to record ratings on NBC January 9. He is also a staple on Los Angeles KTLA Morning News which broadcast daily to over 3 million viewers in the Western U.S. More than your typical music director, Ravidrums is to Mandel what Paul Schaffer is to Letterman.

Discovered by Mandel while playing with Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson during 2008 Superbowl Halftime, DJ RAVIDRUMS remixing live on the drums and percussion, is the most powerful party element anyone has ever experienced. In fact when renowned director Fatima Robinson was looking for a featured drummer for the 2009 Oscars musical spectacular, Ravi spiced up the show. The following day he turned up the volume with a performance on Oprah. Whether you thrill for the sensual sounds that move your body, mind and soul and transport you to nirvana or an orgasmic musical frenzy that sends your senses pulsing, DJ RAVIDRUMS takes it to the next level and seals the deal.

Having performed everywhere from such elite and notorious private residences as the Playboy mansion to the most exclusive red carpet events for Michael Jordan, Nike, HBO, Nintendo and FOX, DJ RAVIDRUMS is unstoppable.

Bringing his high-octane, in-your-face energy to hip-hop, rock, funk, house, Latin, Brazilian and reggaeton, DJ RAVIDRUMS transcends with imagination and originality.

DJ's such as Oakenfold and artists such as icons Tupac Shakur, Grammy winners Will Smith, Ricky Martin, Justin Timberlake and George Clinton, members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Slash and most recently Supa-Star Producer Lil' Jon for Pit Bull's latest release and the Black Eyed Peas, all crave the unbridled passion and electricity unique only to DJ RAVIDRUMS.

Check out his reel HERE

this second DVD is going to be rad! stay tune for launch date!

Lalo Fuentes, CSCS
Professional Fitness Trainer & Lifestyle Coach
Los Angeles, California

hey guys, I know..its been a while since I last posted something in this blog. the reason..? nah..no excuses, but I have to say...We've been working on new products, website, and the new LaloFit V.2 which will be produce this coming weekend.

The V.2 of LaloFit will also be a FULL body workout just like the first one. You'll see that some muscles are being targeted directly and some other ones indirectly, but you'll be working your whole body.

We've also been collecting all the feedback from you from all the different websites and we are paying attention to what you really like and what you've been asking to include or upgrade on our next video. You'll see we've been listening and we're going to give you more of what you like...with tons of more Q'ing! ;-)

Also, even though is not necessary, if you haven't tried the LaloFit V.1, I highly recommend you do. Even though both videos will be as hard and intense, it will really help you get the moves and the posture right before you jump into more complex moves that come on the second video.

I am very positive you're going to have a blast, and a fit body with this new DVD coming soon...

Stay tuned!

Lalo Fuentes
Private Trainer, Chef & Lifestyle Coach
Los Angeles, California