From the Wellness Team: Wellness Wednesday Trainer Tip – Confidence In the Gym
Tackle your day at the gym! Having confidence means that you have the belief that you can accomplish a task. When you’re new to the gym, it can be tough […]
Read MoreTackle your day at the gym! Having confidence means that you have the belief that you can accomplish a task. When you’re new to the gym, it can be tough […]
Read MoreOil Substitutes in Baking Did you know – you can substitute pureed fruit (dates, bananas, apples, apricots) in place of oil in baked good recipes? This will lower the fat […]
Read MoreFunctionality is Key Functional strength is defined as forms of exercise that mimic daily movement patterns. Especially as we get older, functional strength can be an excellent tool to help […]
Read MoreYou Too Can Be a Runner! Most people that say they hate running are making it much too difficult. Here are some things to try before you definitively say you […]
Read MoreDo you ever feel hungry again shortly after eating? Eating a balanced meal that contains protein, carbs, and a healthy fat will keep you satisfied and full longer between meals. […]
Read MoreHow to make your fitness more consistent If you come to the gym 2-3x per week you are part of a small percentage of the population. Sticking to a fitness […]
Read MoreLearn all about Phytonutrients Phytonutrients (also known as phytochemicals or antioxidants) are compounds found in plant foods that offer a wide range of health benefits to the human body. Did […]
Read MoreAll-or-Nothing Thinking All-or-nothing thinking is a cognitive distortion in which we divide experiences into categories of either “black or white” and “right or wrong”. When I think of this way […]
Read MoreButternut Squash Soup A delicious and nutritious (and warm and cozy!) fall recipe is Butternut Squash Soup. Just like other orange and yellow produce, butternut squash is full of beta-carotene […]
Read MoreFood and Your Immune System As we head into cold and flu season, it’s no doubt we want to avoid getting sick as much as possible. Did you know that […]
Read MoreStaying on top of your exercise goals while sidelined with injury Most of us have experienced or will experience some form of injury, whether that injury is minor nagging pain […]
Read MoreHow to program an at-home workout that will burn a lot of calories in a short time frame. High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is one of the best modalities of […]
Read MoreBlueberry Almond Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps Let’s take a look at this refreshing spin on the beloved chicken salad recipe. You will notice a few swaps from your traditional chicken […]
Read MoreLearn how to progress toward your goals and overcome plateaus with progressive overload Progressive overload is a term in strength training that refers to gradually increasing the intensity of workouts […]
Read MoreFuel your kiddos for the school day! The first few weeks of “back-to-school” can be a busy time for families with students. Getting out the door can be quite the […]
Read MoreInterval training for cardiovascular fitness When it comes to exercise, you may wonder what is better for your heart: slow and steady or fast and furious? Interval training provides a […]
Read MoreWhy do YOU care about nutrition? When caring for your body, exercise is not the only player in the game! Nutrition and exercise are teammates and really do go hand-in-hand. […]
Read MoreHow many reps should I do? One question many novice exercisers ask about is strength training. If you’re looking for overall health, anywhere between 8-12 repetitions is a great place […]
Read MoreItalian Zucchini-Topped Bake Potato For many gardeners, late July signifies a time where zucchini does not stop growing. There are many fun ways to use this plant to your advantage. […]
Read MoreHow to burn fat the right way A lot of people start working out focusing on losing some weight and just work on hours and hours of cardio. Cardiorespiratory exercises […]
Read MoreLearn about matching up your produce with the summer season. Choosing to buy and eat produce that matches up with a certain season is a wonderful choice. When we buy […]
Read MoreThe importance of walking and getting your steps in Sedentary behavior has remained stable or increased from 2001-2016 in the American population, while screen time outside of school and work […]
Read MoreThese simple food safety tips can keep you and your loved ones safe during picnics. The glorious warm weather has arrived and it is accompanied by picnic season. Who doesn’t […]
Read MoreAvoiding negative self talk can be very helpful If you wouldn’t say it to someone else don’t say it to yourself. Oftentimes we can be our own worst enemies and […]
Read MoreEnjoy cucumbers this month! Let’s celebrate National Cucumber Month this June by learning a bit about the nutritional components of the vegetable. Cucumbers are a great vegetable to enjoy over […]
Read MoreGet Outside This Summer! With the warm weather flooding into the Midwest, now is the time to get outside! Moving some of your workouts outside can have many benefits: decreasing […]
Read MoreCelebration National Strawberry Month Today! The month of May marks National Strawberry Month! These delectable berries contribute a great deal to our dietary patterns. Let’s celebrate strawberries with a few […]
Read MoreShort answer: yes! Warmups and cooldowns decrease risk of injury and allow you to recover more efficiently. Warm up with a few minutes of light cardio, such as walking on […]
Read MoreSpruce Up Your Summer Side Dishes Grilling season is coming your way! Looking for an easy way to add in an extra serving of vegetables on a sweet summer night? […]
Read MoreIf you want to increase Bone Density and Bone Mass, try these 5 simple activities to build strong healthy bones! Each activity focuses on building bone mass in the 3 […]
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