Summer is coming quick, and I think we are all ready for a little fun in the sun. Each year, summer brings longer, hotter days,
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10 Home Decor Mistakes
Research continues to confirm what designers have known for years — your environment directly affects your mood, your stress levels, your sleep and your sense of calm. A cluttered, disconnected or poorly lit space isn't just an aesthetic problem. It's… read more
Summer’s Hidden Health Danger is Right on Your Table!
When temperatures reach their peak in the summertime, it’s usually synonymous with more backyard barbecues, dips in the pool and weekend road trips. But there’s something else you may encounter this season: heat-induced health dilemmas. Bug bites, dehydration, summer colds… read more
11 Fitness Trends Over the Decades
Fitness is constantly evolving. Over the past 80 years, we have gone through a variety of fitness phases, some of which laid the foundation for modern-day exercise routines. Let’s take a walk through some of the most popular fitness trends… read more
Raw or Cooked? How to Get the Most Nutrition From Your Produce
We often hear that fruits and vegetables in their raw form are nutritionally superior to cooked produce. But how much truth is behind this claim? The answer is that it varies among different types of vegetables and fruits. In some vegetables and fruits… read more
Ted Talks: How Do You Measure Strength?
Strength —like beauty and perfect guac— is in the eye of the beholder. After all, one person’s strong is another person’s weak. Sure, there are universal standards for some medical categories (blood pressure, cholesterol and the like), and those benchmarks… read more
What Other Cultures Can Teach Americans About Slowing Down
While Americans tend to focus on hustle culture and packed schedules, many other parts of the world have long embraced the art of slowing down. From midday siestas in Spain to simplistic and non-restrictive dining patterns in the Mediterranean, other… read more
Get Moving: Outdoor Fitness Parks and Spaces in Gainesville
Gym memberships are one option, but for those who prefer the open air or a more independent workout experience, outdoor fitness parks offer a great alternative. Gainesville features several parks equipped with exercise stations and open spaces designed for the… read more
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Lagree Fitness: A Low Impact, High Intensity Workout
Looking for the latest trend in fitness? Look into Lagree. Founded in 1998 by fitness professional Sebastien Lagree, the Lagree Method is a low impact, high intensity workout that can be completed in a short amount of time. What is… read more
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Guide to Stationary Bikes
For many of us, making time to go for bike ride can be difficult or downright impossible. Sometimes working out at home is the ONLY option. Cycling has long been an effective means of burning calories while having fun. There… read more
Get Involved With These Sports to Stay Active As You Age
We know that exercise is important to us as we get older, but sometimes hitting the gym isn’t enough. Running on the treadmill, using machines or even taking classes at the gym may not be your cup of tea, but… read more
Find Out Why You Should Try Water Aerobics
The term water aerobics has gotten a bad rep, constantly coming off as an easy exercise performed in the shallow end of the pool. However, water aerobics applies to several different water activities that increase your breathing and heart rate… read more
Morning Workout Motivation
With the clock falling back an hour, it is time for gym motivation to spring forward. Most professionals recommend working out in the morning because it is easier to throw in the towel after a long day of work. With… read more
Is a Deadline the Best Motivator?
Almost 10 years ago, I started a Facebook group for people who wanted to run a 5K under 30 minutes. The group—called the Sub-30 Club, which now has nearly 7,000 members—quickly changed its focus: We wouldn’t just center around 29:59.… read more
Learn What the Term “Beast Mode” Actually Means
The term “beast mode” has become common slang, but what does it really mean? According to Urban Dictionary, beast mode is defined as the “mode that you switch into when doing hardcore activities; having beast-like characteristics.” Most often, it’s used… read more