With the arrival of the new year, many are thinking of starting a new exercise program. Losing weight and getting in better shape are often the key goals for most. Should you be focused on cardio or strength training? Or what about group fitness classes? Many are...
The summer heat and humidity can take a toll on those working out. Excessive sweating, sunburn, and nausea can all happen with vigorous activity in the heat. Thus, exercising in the summer heat should be done with a bit of caution. Common heat related issues include:...
Just because it’s cold out doesn’t mean no exercise. Now is not the time to waste all those exercise gains you have made over the prior months. Time to layer up or hit the gym. Whether you are a gym goer or not there are always options for exercise. Yes,...
As we begin a new year, many folks “plan” to start the year off right. They plan to eat better, exercise more, read vs watch tv, etc. Many have a plan, but far fewer succeed. Why is that? There are many reasons that a person may not achieve their intended goal....
If you are over the age of 40, you probably have some age-related knee changes. These changes are just as common and normal as gray hair and wrinkles. But often the phrasing has a negative connotation. Do you know what age-related knee changes are most often called?...
In the world of fitness, the huge amount of information available can be overwhelming. Now include the amount of misleading and often contradictory advice found on social media. All this can cause people to pursue ineffective strategies or even result in a person to...
As you probably know, walking is good for your health. Some may think walking is not enough…but something is always better than nothing. You can achieve many benefits from walking, so let me highlight them here for you. To begin with is simply cardiovascular health....
What does whole body health mean to you? Each person’s definition may be a little different but likely includes more than just physical health. With greater emphasis on balance in life, what elements constitute whole body health for you? Most will start off with the...
Are you interested in a leg up on staying healthy? Surely you are, but what steps are you prepared to take to make this a reality? Now you might be asking yourself, what constitutes healthy? Great question…so here is a broad sweep on the topic. Mental health has been...
Energy…a key element that many find lacking in their day. People will try just about anything to have more energy. Drinks, supplements, and more are tried at the cost of hundreds or thousands of dollars each year by some individuals. But what if there was another way...