We have a workout routine that lets you kill two birds with one workout! Working out your arms and abs at the same time will not only make your upper body stronger, but it will force you to burn more… read more
Fitness
Dancing: It’s Not Just for Kids
Dancing isn’t just for children in dance companies. It isn’t just reserved for your prom night either. It’s something you can learn at any time and use to better your own health. Physical activity, in general, decreases a person’s likelihood… read more
One, Two, Pickleball!
It’s the sport that’s sweeping the country and attracts players from ages 3 - 83 — it’s pickleball! A cross between tennis, badminton and ping pong, pickleball was deemed the fastest growing sport by Economist magazine and grew over 21%… read more
Rethinking Resolutions: Let’s Try Something Different in 2022!
I like to say that I’m not much into Jan. 1 resolutions, but the reality is that I spend the days leading up to the new year dreaming about goals, setting up spreadsheets, wondering if this year will be the… 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
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
Ted Talks: Devoting 2021 to Small Victories and Sun Salutations
My relationship with yoga is a short one: I took a few classes some two decades ago. I had a trainer mutter 32 expletives when he tried to stretch me and felt how tight my muscles were. And I once… read more
