How to Alleviate Soreness
Whether your back is killing you after raking in the yard all day, or your biceps ache after a intense session with your personal trainer, soreness is a very real problem—and one you’re probably dying to find a solution for! No matter where your soreness may lie—in the back, shoulders, biceps, glutes or legs—we’ve got […]
Workouts That Won’t Wake the Baby
You’ve recently given birth, and your focus is on your amazing, perfect baby. In the midst of all the excitement (and sleep deprivation) it’s easy to make your newborn your one and only focus. But what about your bod? That stomach isn’t going anywhere unless you do something about it—which is why we came up […]
How to Avoid Injury When Running
Running is one of the best ways to boost health, burn calories and lose or maintain a healthy weight. It is also a common way to become injured. Whether you are a weekend warrior or a diehard daily runner, these tips can help you avoid injury. Warm up before you stretch Go slow and low […]
Tips for losing weight without fad diets
As much as we might like to believe so, no amount of wishing will make healthy, sustainable weight loss possible with the latest diet craze of the week. So what is the secret to weight loss? The secret is that there is no secret, no magic bullet or pill either. The key to successful weight […]
Reboot your New Year’s Resolutions
We are a few months into the New Year now and if you’re like most people those resolutions are now mere regrets. All hope is not lost. It is not too late to dust off those New Year’s dreams and begin again. Here’s how. Make a list Write out a list of your top three […]
Pros and Cons of Juicing
Beyoncé does it. Your cubicle buddy at work does it. Your personal trainer recommends it—but are there more risks than benefits to the juicing trend? While fresh, bottled juice seem to be everywhere (from your neighborhood grocery store to farmer’s markets and convenient stores), the same rule applies to juicing as everything else—moderation is key. […]
Benefits of Group Personal Training
It’s ok to admit it: working out isn’t all bells and whistles. Sometimes, it feels as though you’re all alone—lifting, squatting and lunging—your way to toned arms and a tight tush!—without much knowledge or experience on how to do it right. That’s what this post is all about—doing it right with success (and having motivation […]
Is a glass of red wine really equal to a workout?
Are the claims that a glass of red wine is equal to a workout true? As much as we’d like to hope so, the answer is unfortunately, no. It is true that a glass of red wine contains resveratrol, but not enough. Resveratrol certainly offers benefits for good health such as boosts to physical performance, […]
Do kettle bells live up to their hype?
You may have seen these strange looking orbs with handles at the gym. Maybe you’ve even thought about picking one up but shied away because you weren’t sure what to do with it. Here’s some advice. Give kettle bells a second look. They are worth the hype. Why you should be using kettle bells According […]
What is a Foam Roller, and How Do I Use It?
Whether you have aching muscles you need to sooth, or your workout needs something new thrown in the mix, there’s nothing like a foam roller to save the day. Keep reading to learn all about the amazing foam roller, and its many uses in the gym—and outside of it! The Miracle Roller (Aka: Foam Roller) […]
