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
Fitness
Ted Talks: The Consequences of Comparison
As I was getting dressed at the gym the other day, a fellow locker room attendee sat in the space next to me. He sat only in his boxers, still panting (after de-panting). He looked relieved. And ripped. He was… read more
Ted Talks: Time to Flex and Stretch
Of my many bodily deficiencies (see Pants, Tight), one has been protesting louder lately. I’m creaky. I’m tight. I’m about as flexible as a granite countertop. I can feel it when I walk, when I run, when I wake up… read more
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
How Should You Breathe When Working Out?
Does it ever feel like you just can’t catch your breath when you’re working out? Maybe you’re breathing too shallow? Too rapid? Or maybe not even at all!? In my 10 plus years of training, I have found myself constantly… 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
