Results take time We have become an ‘on demand’ society that wants what we want when we want it, which is usually NOW. This is especially true when it comes to exercise. No one likes wasting time, yet when it comes to their fitness programs, I see a LOT of people doing just that because they are using the wrong number of reps for their specific fitness goals. Here are 6 things … [Read more...]
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6 Exercises to Strengthen and Define Your Glutes!
The Glutes are the Most Popular Muscles on Instagram Recently while scrolling Instagram, I noticed a common theme among many of the most popular fitness posts - an emphasis on training the posterior chain muscles responsible for extending the hip, otherwise known as the glutes or what many simply call the booty. If you want to know the most effective exercises that can help … [Read more...]
Benefits of Using Foam Rollers to Improve Flexibility
Benefits of Using Foam Rollers to Improve Flexibility Stretching is sooo 20th century, walk into almost any modern fitness facility, go to the designated stretch area and you will most likely see people spread across the floor rolling on top of tubes. The fitness world can be full of gimmicks and fads and while lying on a tube certainly resembles a fad, however, when it comes … [Read more...]
6 Ways That Exercise Can Fight Depression and Change Your Mood
Exercise Can Change the Way You Feel - IMMEDIATELY Have you ever had one of those days where you feel like you're not firing on all cylinders? You hit every traffic light, you get stuck behind the one person who has never been to Starbucks and needs to ask about the difference between a latte and a cafe mocha. And despite your usual sunny and charming disposition you feel like … [Read more...]
5 Ways Social Media Can Support YOUR Fitness Journey
Social Media Can Help Your Fitness Journey What motivates you to exercise? There are two basic motivators: a desire to move towards a goal or the intent to avoid an outcome. For example, you may be motivated to exercise because you want to lift an additional 50 pounds. However, if you’ve been advised to start an exercise program to improve your health because you face the … [Read more...]