Shannon Connors Fitness Training

04/27/2026

Swipe to see why you need to workout with us this week! Muscle trumps cardio every day and that's our belief every single day!
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04/26/2026

Shout out to the BEST friends who always show up; and then show up again with arms that embrace every moment and every adventure.

Tonight was the annual prom for and every year, I love being part of this event. Not only do I absolutely love the people I have met here, but the fact that my very best friends have made this an annual event and love it as much as I do, makes it even better.

Thank you Fantastic Friends for all you do and thank you to the crew that always shows up!! ♥️ (Just missed my guy Reid tonight! )

04/20/2026

Adding dumbbells to your routine isn’t just about bulking up. They can help you:

✅ Move more often
✅ Build confidence with strength
✅ Support daily life and long-term health

No dumbbells? No worries! Kettlebells, canned foods, books or your own body weight can work just as well while you get started.

04/20/2026

Do you what NEAT is?? (No, it's not your organized linen closet, lol but that would be sooooo awesome! )

NEAT = Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis

It’s the energy (calories) you burn from everything you do outside of formal workouts.

What counts as NEAT?♥️💪🏽🎉

This is all your daily movement that isn’t intentional exercise:

• Walking around your house/office
• Cleaning, cooking, errands
• Taking the stairs (instead of the elevator, Chris Hershey 😬)
• Standing instead of sitting
• Fidgeting, pacing, moving while talking
• Playing with kids (aka teaching Kindergarten 🤣)

It’s essentially your baseline movement behavior.

Why NEAT matters (a lot) ⭐️⭐️⭐️

For most people—especially in fat loss phases—NEAT can burn:
• 300 to 800+ calories per day
That’s often more than your workout.

Key point here:

Two people can eat the same and train the same…
→ but the one with higher NEAT loses fat faster.
READ THAT AGAIN.
LOSES FAT FASTER.

NEAT vs Exercise:
(important distinction here:)

💛Exercise:
planned (lifting, classes, cardio)

💛NEAT: unplanned, lifestyle movement

When you diet, your body often Lowers NEAT subconsciously (you move less, sit more)

This is a major reason fat loss stalls.

Increasing NEAT is one of the least stressful, highest Return on Investment (ROI) tools you have.

Target:
8,000–10,000 steps/day minimum
• Ideal: 10,000–12,000

Practical ways to increase NEAT:
Think frequency, not intensity:
⭐️Walk 10 minutes after each meal
⭐️Park farther away
⭐️Take calls while walking
⭐️Set a timer: stand or move every 45–60 min
⭐️Add a short evening walk (15–20 min)

Why it helps your numbers on the scale:

Increasing NEAT
♥️Improve insulin sensitivity → better muscle storage ability
♥️Help reduce body fat without cutting more calories
♥️Improves circulation + lymphatic flow → helps body water distribution
♥️Lower stress/cortisol compared to excessive cardio

Bottom line: 💛💪🏽

NEAT is your metabolic “background burn.”
If you control it consistently, fat loss becomes easier, not harder.

Thanks for coming to my TED TALK. Lol. GO SABRES! 💙💛💪🏽

SC💪🏽⭐️

Message me for personal coaching to help you learn all of this and master it so it helps your body!

04/20/2026

If you are ready to make some serious changes ~ this is your week, your sign, your "What am I waiting for moment?"

We are an all levels fitness community and ready to welcome you to a space that welcomes all and helps you reach your goals. Voted BEST personal trainer in the 716 in 2025 by the Buffalo News and BEST fitness classes in Buffalo by Spree magazine in 2024 & 2025.

First class is ALWAYS free and we can't wait to meet you!

Link in our bio to join us or message me at 7163741337

04/18/2026

When the class is so packed... the trainer's energy is offfff the charts!!!

Come join us for class!! You won't regret it!! First class is always free!!!

04/15/2026

In 2025, we won BEST OUTDOOR FITNESS CLASSES for our collaboration and partnership with Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York AND WE'D LOVE YOUR VOTE AGAIN!!! 💙💙💙💙

Find us under Sports & Recreation for classes and personal trainer!

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04/14/2026

Come join us this week right here at Shannon Connors Fitness Training!
Get your fit on in a supportive encouraging environment. 🙌🏻💪🏻🙌🏻
Let’s Goo!

04/12/2026

Check the comments below for information on our 6 week 360° Reset Spring Challenge and stay tuned for information on The Science Behind Lymphatic Drainage and how it can help you lose weight and detox your body!

Come see me here at Shannon Connors Fitness Training - 515 Pavement Rd. Lancaster Suite 7!

Personal training, nutrition coaching, athlete training and development.

Voted Best Personal Trainer in the 716 by the Buffalo News in 2025!!
🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

04/12/2026

Something to be said for being part of a community that surrounds you and supports you at every turn. I freaking love these people. Saturdays hit different.

04/11/2026