Sir Issac Newton famously discovered the effects of gravity by watching an apple fall from a tree. He noticed that it was pulled to the ground. Although this invisible force has been essential to human life, it can do a… read more
Fitness
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
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
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
Fitness Myths
In today's fitness driven world of internet ads, advice columns and blog, it seems that everyone knows everything about how to achieve optimal health. Or at least they think they do. Much of the "advice" we get about fitness and… read more
Longevity Fitness Can Add Years to Your Life
Most of us want to live a long, healthy life full of our favorite activities and surrounded by our loved ones. Over time, the wear and tear of everyday life can break down our bodies, causing infirmity and illness. In… read more
Indoor Workouts to Beat the Heat
Summer in Florida can be summed up in two words: rainy and humid. And often we want to avoid the heat altogether and ditch the outdoor workouts. Good news is that there are numerous ways to stay active while staying… read more
Viparita Karani: The Yoga Pose You Did Not Know You Needed
The Viparita Karani pose has recently taken the yoga world by a gentle storm. "From the word 'Viparita' meaning 'reversed' and 'Karani' meaning 'in action,' we can understand that what many of us think of as 'legs up the wall… read more
Vacation Fitness: How to Incorporate Exercise into Your Next Getaway
It is that time of year again. The kids are out of school, the weather is hot, and many of us will be getting some much-needed rest and relaxation. Vacation can be a difficult time to keep up with fitness,… read more
Up in Arms: Quick At-Home Arm Workouts
Can't get to the gym today? Well, that is no excuse to miss arm day! You can do these six at-home arm workouts in the comfort of your own home, and they are guaranteed to get your arms stronger. Pushups… read more
