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Frequently Asked Questions Why does WPAC consider the Slow Method superior to other workout techniques? The Slow Method is not the only path to fitness, but it may be the quickest and most efficient. Most people don't have time to be "gym rats," so it's important to get the most out of every minute you spend exercising. Working slowly means working safely thereby reducing your potential for injury. Read more about the benefits of the Slow Method> Why is sweating bad? Sweating is a symptom of overheating. Overheated muscles fail prematurely, denying you the full benefits of an exercise. We keep our gym cool by providing several personal fans to keep your body at the optimal temperature. Why can clients only use the WPAC gym with a personal trainer? You simply cannot get a maximum efficiency workout by yourself. Even our trainers admit that, alone, they don't push as hard as when they work with another trainer. Trainers monitor form and watch for safety concerns. The Slow Method is so intense, many clients find it difficult to concentrate and accurately track their results alone. Taking time to record your results breaks the rhythm of the workout. Read more about working out with a trainer> Do I have to do the Zone diet? Losing weight is 30% exercise and 70% diet. Although the Slow Method will rev up your metabolism, it can't compensate for pizza and ice cream. Our clients who have shown the most remarkable weight loss have embraced the Zone diet along with their weight training. How can you guarantee results every workout? The Slow Method is a scientific approach to strength training. Your trainer regulates every aspect of your workout, making sure the temperature is always the same, that your form is consistent, and that you do the same exercises in the same order each visit. With these variables controlled, the only things that change are the amount of time spent on each exercise (the number of reps) and the weight (as you improve, the weight goes up). After every workout, you grow stronger. If you take the proper 48 to 72 hours rest, on your next workout you'll either increase your time or increase your weight on at least one exercise. What about aerobics? Some people say weight training does not provide a cardiovascular workout. Not true with the Slow Method. The Slow Method engages each muscle continually for at least two minutes and affords no time for rest between exercises. The result: you endure 15-20 minutes of physical activity, and you will sustain an elevated heart rate. Some clients combine aerobic activity with their Slow Method regimen. Although we don't discourage this, we urge them to stick to low-impact aerobics -- brisk walking is best. High-impact aerobics performed during your recovery period (48-72 hours after your workout) will impede your muscles' ability to grow, and you will perform worse at your next workout session. #10 Concentrate. For the sake of safety and efficiency, eliminate distractions and focus on your exercise.