Move and Meditate
Life is all about balance—but not just work life balance. Maintaining a balance between tough days at the gym and relaxing moments during the day is key to feeling both physically and mentally in shape. Meditation is the best way to create this balance. Just like in your workouts, the key is to choose meditations […]
Should You Work Out When You Are Sick?
Whether your usual exercise routine consists of a downward facing dog or squatting until you just can’t squat any more, being sick sucks. Are you a faithful exerciser who just won’t let your body sit it out—even when plagued with the flu or bronchial tightness? Do you wonder when you should give your body some […]
Health Benefits of Running
Wondering about what you can do to extend your life and age healthfully? Start running. The benefits of running are well documented. What’s more, running is easy to do and requires no special equipment other than good shoes. If you have never run before check with your healthcare provider to be sure you are healthy […]
Prepare for the Holidays By Getting in Shape Now
Sure, it may still be sweltering hot in your neck of the woods, but fall is right around the corner. Are you ready for the holiday season? Whether the fall and winter is full of your children’s dance recitals, company parties or baking cookies for the neighbors, there’s no time like the present to get […]
Avoiding Shin Splints
If you’re a runner, then you’ve experienced shin splints a time or two. Caused by inflammation to the outer and front part of the leg, shin splints arise due to ‘overuse’ and cause injury to the tissue. Common with walkers and runners, shin splints can cramp your style—so here’s how to minimize the risk of […]
Strength Training Without Lifting Heavy Weights
Lifting is an important component of any fitness programs. Benefits include improved bone density and body composition. Other reasons to weight train include improved insulin sensitivity, which means a lowered risk of type 2 diabetes, increased strength and lean muscle mass. All these positive outcomes can lead to greater confidence and better overall mental and […]
Going Off to School: How to Avoid the Freshman 15
Going away to college is one of the most exciting experiences of your life. There’s a whole new world waiting for you with people to meet, professors to learn from and life lessons you couldn’t experience elsewhere. Of course, there’s one little drawback waiting for you if you’re not careful—those pesky extra pounds that creep […]
5 Foods That Help You Maintain Your Energy!
The food you eat is a powerful force in your health and happiness, whether you realize it or not. Watch your energy plummet after the initial sugar high from a mid-afternoon candy bar snack, or feel fatigued after a big hamburger and fries. Your food dictates your mood, so why not choose the healthiest, energy […]
Love to exercise outside? What temps should you not do this in?
Outdoor exercise has a number of advantages. It offers variety and view so you don’t get as bored as you would if you used the treadmill everyday. Also the fresh air and sunshine feel great. Sometimes the very reason you head outdoors – the weather – doesn’t cooperate. When should you stay in? Read on […]
How to decide what exercise is best for your lifestyle
One of the best ways to boost your chances of success with an exercise program is to choose an activity that fits your lifestyle. Lifestyle considerations include your schedule, budget and even where you live. Here are some things to consider when deciding what exercise is best for your lifestyle. Health Concerns Your health […]
