Hula hooping used to be all the rage on the playground, but is there a way to incorporate it into your fitness routine as an adult? Absolutely. Hula hooping is a great way to break a sweat and work out… read more
Fitness
Give Your Eyes A Rest With Eye Yoga
NAM-EYE-STAY Eye yoga refers to the gentle movement of the eyes in various positions to relieve pain and strain in the eyes! In 2020, we learned what it was like to live in a completely digital world. Zoom calls, Google docs, laptops… 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
Going for Gold: How Local Seniors Inspire Fitness at Any Age
Proving you are never too old to excel in a sport, three local seniors recently medaled in the annual Gainesville Senior Games. Residents of the retirement community Oak Hammock, Ray Goldwire, 86, Bob Virnstein, 78, and Linda Cooney, 72, were… read more
Bringing Fitness Home
Home gyms have become increasingly popular, especially over the past year. Whether it’s a parent trying to squeeze in a quick workout during naptime or a serious athlete training for competition, home setups run the gamut and can be a… read more
You Don’t Need to Live with Knee Pain
BY SARAH COOKE, PT, DPT AND AARON THOMAS, PTA Do your knees ache, pop and crackle every time you bend down to pick something up off the floor? If the answer is yes, the good news is you are not… read more
Mental Toughness in 75 Days
The 75 Hard Challenge has taken over social media with friends posting progress pictures and sharing book recommendations. What is this challenge, what does it entail and is it right for me? The 75 Hard Challenge was created by Andy… read more
Hold it Right There! A Guide to Isometric Exercises
Hold it right there! Just a few more seconds! If you’ve ever heard a trainer say this, you know that holding that position just a few more seconds can feel like an eternity. Why do we hold in place? What… read more
Where Can I Get the Best Bang for My Buck in Gym Costs?
Knowing where to spend your money effectively for fitness can be overwhelming. There are so many options available that it can be hard to know where to start. While cost is a factor, it is also important to consider several… read more
Get Your Heart Pumping With These Cardio Intensive Workouts!
A comprehensive workout routine includes 150 to 300 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic activity and at least two days per week of resistance training that works all major muscle groups. If that sounds like too much, cut the time and… read more
