Working on you is the most important project you have. Whether it’s exercising regularly, improving nutritional habits or living a balanced life, there’s only one of you. There will only ever be one of you. Making the most of your life each day is the goal. Aren’t you important enough to make yourself, your health […]
It’s no secret that to keep healthy, we must move our bodies every day. Movement strengthens our muscles, including our heart. Did you know the heart muscle is the only muscle that never stops working? Cardiovascular exercise keeps your heart strong. Learning what cardio exercise is and why it’s important is the first step. From […]
The American College of Sports Medicine compiles an annual list of fitness industry trends for the coming year. As with any industry, trends are set by people who use the products and services. This year’s list was compiled from survey results and input from industry professionals. What’s great about the fitness industry is it not […]
Health clubs have been around since the mid-1800s. People discovered clubs could and would become a powerful tool in achieving health and wellness. Joining and using a fitness facility offers many benefits, including instruction, motivation, socialization and variety, There are pros and cons to exercising in a health club setting. It all depends on you […]
By one estimate, the average American gains between 5 pounds and 9 pounds during a holiday season that begins at Halloween and continues through the new year. It’s not an easy time to keep the pounds off. Why? People eat more and exercise less, which results in weight gain, Moreover, people tend to put off […]
It’s been said we’re a society that loves to be rewarded. We want to be rewarded for everything. Whether it’s credit card rewards, fuel points or discounts, reinforcements motivate us to make purchasing decisions. Let’s talk about what rewards you could achieve through living a healthy lifestyle. Decide what your wants, needs and […]
Fall can be a season when exercise routines waiver. It’s no longer summer, but not yet winter. It’s too cold to continue with many of the summer activities you enjoy. You could even become a little blue with the realization summer and your favorite activities are over for a while. Still, fall brings with it […]
What if I told you there was an exercise machine that burns calories to help you lose weight, strengthens and tones muscles and provides a great cardiovascular workout — in other words, a total body workout? You’d probably say, “Tell me more.” There is such a piece of equipment — a rowing machine. Just a […]
It’s natural to compare ourselves to others. We know we shouldn’t do it. But we do — almost every day in some form. Comparison is a double-edged sword. While comparison can serve as a source of motivation, it also can be destructive. As Theodore Roosevelt said: “Comparison is the thief of joy.” Many forms of […]
We wait all year, it seems, for summer to arrive. Aah … it’s finally here. When most of us think of summer, we think about outdoor fun and a chance to kick back. Beware, though: Changing schedules also could make it more difficult to keep your fitness routine on track. So what can you do […]