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
Fitness
Maintain, Don’t Gain: Exercises to Maintain Weight and Muscle Mass
When you are reaching toward a goal, you always have that carrot pulling you forward. But what about when you reach that goal? You cannot always progress — there has to be a point where you maintain what you have… read more
Swimming: Your New Favorite Workout!
When it comes to a low impact, highly impactful workout, look no farther than the pool in your backyard or your community. That’s right, swimming is back in style and full of so many benefits, you may never venture to… read more
Physical Fitness Throughout Our World’s History
In 2021, physical fitness is often associated with state-of-the-art gyms, Peloton home bike rides and fitness apps. In primitive society, as we evolved as humans, fitness was necessary to survive. The early hunter-gatherer societies needed to move quickly to capture… read more
Instructor-Led Workouts vs Self-Guided Workouts: Which is Best?
Working out and getting active is great no matter what you do, but let's look at the age-old debate of instructor-led workouts vs self-guided workouts! The Benefits of Instructor-Led Workouts There are many benefits to exercising under the supervision of… read more
Get Grippy With It: Why Grip Strength is Important
Having a strong grip means more than being able to rep out pull-ups or win at tug of war. Grip strength is crucial for daily tasks such as opening jars, carrying groceries and even applying makeup. More importantly, grip strength… read more
Ask the Pilates Instructor
Pilates Day is the first Saturday in May, so let's learn about pilates from pilates instructor Maggie Kathryn Dill! I started in this industry at the age of 18 on an island in south Florida. At the time, I was… read more
10 Ways Your Body is Telling You That You’re Out of Shape
The human body is an amazing machine. It can accomplish great feats, heal itself, and provide insight into emotional and physical problems, if we take the time to listen. Your body will tell you that you're out of shape and… read more
What is a Clean in the Gym?
I love to clean — but don’t hand me the mop and bucket, pass the barbell! Cleaning is the exercise you never knew you needed, until now. But what is a clean in the gym? The gym "clean" According to… read more
Fitness and Nutrition: The Magic Formula
Have you ever wondered whether your nutritional habits support your fitness routine and vice versa? Fitness and nutrition are closely linked. Whether you are looking to lose weight, add muscle, maintain weight, or just have optimal energy during and after… read more
