Why is it important for women during menopause to exercise? Exercises have been proving to decrease the menopausal symptoms. Issues with mental health play a big part during hormone fluctuation. […]

Making a workout part of your day will increase the likelihood of getting it done. Many of us plan out each day to stay organized in our busy lives. Prioritizing […]

Many ways! Here’s just a few: Having a personal trainer will greatly reduce your risk for injury while exercising. Your techniques will be monitored, assuring you are not putting any […]

Recovery is arguably the most important aspect to get the most out of each training session. Going into a workout session without having adequate recovery puts yourself at an increased […]

Did you know eating certain foods can help you prevent conditions like cataracts, macular degeneration, and glaucoma?    Kale has nutrients that may protect your eyes from sunlight damage, and decrease […]

Short answer: it depends! Strength training for kids can be a confusing topic, especially with the internet giving conflicting answers everywhere you turn. There is no true “best time” for […]

Do any of your 2024 new year’s resolutions include diet changes? If you are making changes to your diet, we recommend starting small. Science tells us that people have the […]

The beginning of a new year can be an exciting time. We start the year feeling motivated about all the big changes we’ll make in the coming months. However, many […]

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 […]

Oil 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 […]

Functionality 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 […]

You 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 […]

Do 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. […]

How 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 […]

Learn 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 […]

All-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 […]

Butternut 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 […]

Food 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 […]

Staying 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 […]

How 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 […]

Blueberry 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 […]

Learn 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 […]

Fuel 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 […]

Interval 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 […]

Why 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. […]

How 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 […]

Italian 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. […]

How 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 […]

Learn 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 […]

The 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 […]