There are many different thoughts when it comes to the topic of stretching while working out. Some say before a workout is best, and others say after. No matter the situation, stretching is a MUST when you are going to be participating in any physical activity! Listed below are a few reasons why you need to make stretching a part of your workout routine. Continue reading “The Importance of Stretching”
Category: Health & Wellness
How to Pick a Fitness Program that Best Suits You
No two people are alike and therefore will have different needs and wants when it comes to selecting a fitness program. Some of us are looking for something fun, while others are looking for something more intense. The great thing is that there is a program out there for everyone! There are so many different varieties of programs and styles of workouts that are available today that there is no excuse for not getting out there and getting active! Depending on your personal goals, and what you want to get out of a workout, will ultimately help you decide which program will be the best for you. Check out these few fitness programs that offer a variety of workout styles: Continue reading “How to Pick a Fitness Program that Best Suits You”
6 Health Benefits of Physical Activity
There are many reasons as to why people continually harp over the benefits that physical fitness can provide. Many of these benefits are health related and can improve a person’s overall medical health. According to an article written by Mayo Clinic, there are 6 main benefits that physical activity provides. Continue reading “6 Health Benefits of Physical Activity”
The Benefits of Yoga
Many people tend to judge and toss aside the idea of practicing yoga without knowing much about it. However, if people were to know about the benefits that come with this exercise, they may change their minds! Listed below are a few of the benefits associated with yoga…don’t knock it till you’ve tried it! Continue reading “The Benefits of Yoga”
How A Strict Fitness Routine Can Actually Harm Your Workout Results
Many people think that getting into a strict routine of working out is the best way to generate results. However, this can actually make each workout less effective. Getting into the routine of working out regularly is great, but too often people complete the same workouts, on the same equipment each time they work out. Unfortunately, this approach is counterproductive. In order to ensure you are getting the best results out of each and every workout you complete, you have to mix them up!
How Can A Strict Fitness Routine Harm Your Workout Results
An easy way to satisfy working out while not falling into a strict workout regimen is to combine cardio and strength training workouts while mixing it up workouts within those categories as well. For cardio workouts try mixing it up between speed walking, running, elliptical, biking/cycling, jump rope, etc. If it’s getting your heart rate up, it’s cardio! Also, gradually increase the distance and intensity levels of your workouts each time you complete them in order to keep your muscles consistently challenged.
For strength training it’s even simpler; hit the gym and start trying out different pieces of equipment that target different areas of the body. For example, one day work on your legs, a few days later work on your arms, etc. The combinations are endless when you continually switch up which exercises you complete; this will keep your body from getting used to the workout and in turn, keep your body constantly working out to its full potential.
5 Exercises that will Improve Poor Posture
Poor posture is an issue that many of us deal with and often do not know where to begin in regards to correcting it. The good news is there is something you can do about it and it’s SO easy! Adding a few specific exercises into your regular fitness routine will assist in the improvement of your overall posture. These types of exercises are not limited to what is listed below; many posture improving exercises exist and primarily focus on core strength and stability. Continue reading “5 Exercises that will Improve Poor Posture”
7 Workout Trends We’re Glad Died in the 80’s
Fitness fanatics increased dramatically during the 1980’s, for reasons no one is certain. Workouts were developed of all styles and types in order to achieve that much-wanted buff bod that everyone seemed to strive for at the time. Much of these workouts were considered to be ‘fads’ and died off rather quickly (phew!). Here are the top seven workout trends that we are glad died in the 1980’s: Continue reading “7 Workout Trends We’re Glad Died in the 80’s”
5 Fitness Trends Every Gym Owner Should Watch
Fitness Trends are constantly popping up and escalate at a fast rate. In order to hop on the trends as soon as they emerge, you need to know what to be watching for. There are five fitness trends that every gym owner should be aware of right now in order to take full advantage of them. Continue reading “5 Fitness Trends Every Gym Owner Should Watch”
Importance of Tracking Your Workouts
It is often hard to find the necessary motivation needed to make yourself start working out, as well as to keep going once you have started. There is a simple and easy solution to this problem that we all seem to face: track your workouts! Utilizing online and/or mobile fitness logs can greatly increase your motivation to get moving. A great example of app is the TRUE Fitness app. Downloading the app is absolutely FREE and is a great way to provide you with everything you need to keep yourself motivated!
With this app you can set fitness goals each week, keep track of all workouts (including statistics: distance, time, and calories), and receive that extra little bit of encouragement from the motivational coaches available to choose from. For a lot of us, that feeling after a good workout is just not enough to keep us on the right track at all times. We want to see the results immediately, and this app allows us to. The TRUE Fitness app offers a visual representation of your progress, as well as an overall total of how much you have accomplished toward each of your fitness goals. Now it’s easy to see how far you have come and how little you have left to go! Continue reading “Importance of Tracking Your Workouts”