There will be no adult martial arts classes during the week of November 22 due to the Thanksgiving break. Additionally, there will be no BJJ class on Friday, November 19 though the classroom will still be available for students of the class to roll during that time. The only class meeting during the week of November 22 will be the youth martial arts class on Tuesday at 6 pm. Regular class schedule resumes November 29.
On the fitness side, there will be Elite Training on Monday and Wednesday during normal times. There will be no Elite on Friday.
Posted on Saturday, November 14, 2009 in Uncategorized
The Titan Number is a way to evaluate your level of fitness through this standardized format of very challenging exercises. There are two ways to use the test. If you are a beginner or have only been doing Titan Elite Training for a short time, you will want to utilize the “E-Lite” option of evaluation. If you have been training for a while and can meet the minimum standards of the Elite evaluation, utilize the more challenging version of the Titan Number test. Your Titan Number is the total number of repetitions for each of the exercises in the exact order and for the exact time prescribed below. You must finish the test is a maximum of ten minutes. Track your Titan Number over the months and years of your training as a means of tracking your progress. If you want to have your score published, send it via email to paul@titanelitetraining.com.
Guidelines:
- 10 Minutes Maximum Time to Complete
- Rest should be kept to 1 to 2 minutes between movements
- 5 Movements must be completed for the prescribed amount of time
- 5 Movements must be completed in the exact order as listed below
- Basic requirements must be utilized as listed below
Men’s Elite Number
1. Thrusters x 95 lbs. for 30 seconds
2. Chins x 1 Minute
3. Box Jumps (minimum 24”) x 1 Minute
4. Seated Double Crunch x 1 Minute
5. Burpees x 1 Minute
Women’s Elite Number
1. Thruster x 65 lbs. for 30 seconds
2. Horizontal Body Rows x 1 Minute
3. Box Jumps (minimum 18”) x 1 Minute
4. Seated Double Crunch x 1 Minute
5. Burpees x 1 Minute
Men’s E-Lite Number
1. Thrusters x 65 lbs. for 30 seconds
2. Horizontal Body Rows x 1 Minute
3. Box Jumps (minimum 18”) x 1 Minute
4. Seated Double Crunch x 1 Minute
5. Burpees x 1 Minute
Women’s E-Lite Number
1. Thruster x 45 lbs. for 30 seconds
2. Body Rows x 1 Minute
3. Box Jumps (minimum 12”) x 1 Minute
4. Seated Double Crunch x 1 Minute
5. Burpees x 1 Minute
If you’ve seen the movie ‘300’ then you’ve seen what it’s like to be as close as you can to peak physical fitness.
Gerard Butler, the star of the film, was required to train at a professional athlete’s level to get in shape to play King Leonidas.
Gym Jones, a private, invitation-only fitness center out of Utah, was responsible for the training and fitness for the cast of the movie.
This isn’t your typical fitness center. There are no mirrors, machines or televisions.
Gym Jones did several things to train the actors, as said on their website. The diet they were put on was just enough for them to be able to recover from their workouts while improving fitness. Different movements were combined and included lifting and throwing rings and medicine balls instead of using machines. Other physical challenges were assigned to keep the participants ready for anything.
According to their website, “each session was competitive, with a penalty-reward system tied to performance and results posted daily for all to see.” This helped to motivate the trainees to do their best.
Another training center, CrossFit, has a strength and training program often used by military and police academies, as well as martial artists. They train a broad range of fitness levels, from the elderly to competitive fighters.
With “workouts of the day” to push exercisers to their limits, one will never again complain of their usual, boring workout schedule. They offer numerous fitness routines and journals, as well as tips to improve form and results.
Thousands of athletes have already taken advantage of these two popular, revolutionary programs. Both programs are demanding of their participants, and in return give them back great results. Neither has a set path, but instead meets members’ specific needs.
Now, one more program can be added to this list.
Titan Fitness, located in convenient downtown State College, offers a program inspired by the training done by the cast for the movie 300 and combines the principals of Gym Jones and CrossFit.
According to titanfitness.com, their Elite Training program is a “high-intensity fitness program utilizing a variety of exercises and training formats to test you both physically and mentally in an attempt to break through new thresholds, increase your level of fitness, and better your overall athletic performance.”
Elite Training combines various training methods including weight training, endurance, high intensity cardiovascular, plyometrics, calisthenics and isometrics to tone and transform your body.
What makes this type of training effective is “muscular confusion” – the principle of having variety in your training program. By varying different elements of your workout, such as the types, exercises, repetitions, exercise combinations and degrees of intensity, your body is forced to constantly adapt to anything that’s thrown at it.
Through this, participants will gain strength and stamina, as well as seeing improvement in their sport performance.
Titan Fitness is located on 412 W. College Ave. and can be reached at (814) 235-1015 or send an e-mail to info@titanfitness.com
Paul Zelinka is the owner of Titan Fitness & Martial Arts. Mr. Zelinka has been involved in the fitness and martial arts industry since 1992. He is a certified personal trainer through the American Council on Exercise. Prior to his ownership of Titan Fitness & Martial Arts, Mr. Zelinka was the general manager of the State College Martial Arts Academy from 1993-2002. He studied Thai Boxing under Sifu Bill Gebhardt. Mr. Zelinka re-opened the business in June of 2003 under the Titan Fitness (the name of his personal training business) to continue the martial arts legacy of his late friend, Bill Gebhardt, as well as his personal training business. In 2006, Mr. Zelinka received the State College Area Jaycees Outstanding Fitness Leader award.
In addition to his personal and group fitness training, Mr. Zelinka created the Elite Training program. This program is a high-intensity training program that combines exercises from weight training, calisthenics, plyometrics, and isometrics into a variety of different formats to promote muscular confusion that will lead to higher levels of fitness and conditioning. Paul also serves as the Titan Fitness & Martial Arts beginning boxing instructor. He also teaches private and small group lessons in boxing.
Titan Fitness offers a high intensity training program known as Elite Training, a program that utilizes a number of different types of exercises in a variety of circuit formats in an attempt to increase an athlete’s strength and conditioning for anything from competition to higher levels of health and fitness. This program has been used as an integral source of conditioning for Titan members who have competed in submission grappling, mixed martial arts, Thai boxing, and boxing.
A primary source of information and inspiration for this program is Ross Enamait, a former boxer and a trainer to combat athletes. His influence is far reaching and can be seen at his website, rosstraining.com. His books are an invaluable resource for anyone interested in improving his or her conditioning. The video included in this post will give you a sense of the type of training presented in the Elite Training program.
If this sort of training is of interest, the Elite Training program may be for you. You can attend the group classes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8 am, or train with the Elite format in personal or small group settings. If you are interested in this program, contact Paul Zelinka, Owner of Titan Fitness and Certified Personal Trainer through the American Council on Exercise, to schedule your initial consultation.
Posted on Wednesday, January 14, 2009 in Uncategorized
Mission Statement of Titan Fitness
Titan Fitness is committed to providing you with top quality martial arts, boxing, and fitness programs. When you choose Titan Fitness, you are more than just a number. Our professional staff will tailor a specific program that will both help you achieve your goals and suit your busy lifestyle. In addition, Titan Fitness fosters a friendly and positive workout environment so you feel welcome and comfortable as you pursue your fitness and martial arts aims. So whether you are a beginner or a seasoned fitness or martial arts enthusiast, you will find a program to fit your needs in a facility that will be conducive to achieving your goals at Titan Fitness.
Hours of Operation
Mon-Thur: 5 AM – Midnight
Fri: 5 AM – 10 PM
Sat & Sun: 8 AM – 6 PM
Note: Personal Training, Group Fitness, and Private & Small Group Martial Arts and Boxing lessons are available by appointment.
Amenities
- Central Pennsylvania’s only mixed martial arts cage
- The area’s only boxing ring
- Two sizable classrooms to accommodate multiple mixed martial arts, Thai boxing, kickboxing, and grappling/wrestling classes
- Heavy bags and other supplemental martial arts training equipment
- 20,000 square foot, state of the art fitness facility (no need to buy another fitness membership at another facility)
- Locker rooms complete with showers and sauna
- Located walking distance from the Penn State campus and downtown State College (no need to drive, find a ride, or buy a bus pass if you live in this area)
- Free Parking
- Tanning
- Day Care
Call (814) 235-1015 or email us at info@titanfitness.com to schedule your free introductory lesson.
