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Exercise Helps Relieve Arthritis Pain and Stiffness
If you’re suffering from arthritis pain, exercise might be the last thing you want to do. But exercise actually reduces joint pain, increases strength and flexibility, and helps combat fatigue. Even a moderate fitness plan can ease your pain and help you maintain a healthy weight. Keeping your muscles and surrounding tissue strong is…
Read MoreWhy a Personal Trainer Can Help You Win the Workout War
Whether you’re new to working out or you’re a familiar face at the gym, you might find that at some point in your fitness journey you hit a wall. Perhaps your progress has stalled, you’re unsure about the right technique to target that one stubborn area, or you find yourself struggling to power through and…
Read More4 Weight Lifting Myths Busted
There are many misconceptions about weight lifting, as many people think it is only for people actively looking to bulk up or bodybuilders. That said, weight lifting is often very helpful for those looking to tone up, lose weight, or improve their overall health. Here are a few myths that we’ve busted and why it…
Read MoreWhy I Should Hydrate, and Can I Hydrate With Soda?
Keeping your body hydrated is crucial to staying healthy and maintaining the function of every system in your body, including your heart, brain, and muscles. Your body uses fluids to flush out toxins, protect sensitive tissues, and transport nutrients throughout your body. If you have become dehydrated, it’s important to restore your body’s water…
Read MoreThe Best, Worst Excuses For Skipping The Gym
We get it. Going to the gym with our busy lifestyles is tough! And all of us make the occasional excuse. But when you win a creative writing contest for your elaborate excuses, you’ve officially got a problem. Here are 10 gym excuses we’ve heard a time or two. Any of them sound familiar? …
Read MoreSecret to Good Posture? Exercise.
How many times have you been told to stand up straight and not to slouch? Have you experienced neck or back strain after sitting for long periods? Well as it turns out, good posture is as important as your mother said it was. Good posture can do wonders for your appearance and can help you…
Read MoreExercising with Osteoporosis
If you’re living with Osteoporosis and avoiding physical activity, we have good news. Exercise reduces your risk not only of falling, but also of fracturing a bone if you do fall. A recent study found that programs of balance, strength, and resistance training reduced the odds of falls resulting in fractures by more than 60%.…
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