It can happen to anyone. You’re “on it” with a fitness routine, real results are happening. Muscle strength and tone are improving and pounds are dropping. Everything’s going great! Then you get injured and staying on track seems impossible. There’s good news. Depending on the injury in question, there may not be a reason to derail a workout plan. Researchers at the University of … [Read more...]

Exercising and eating right are two critical components in health, but they’re not the only things that matter. When your plan is to lead a long, healthy life, people matter, too. Those who take care of their personal friendships and have a strong network of support are more likely to live longer, happier and healthier lives. Research has shown that support networks of friends and family are … [Read more...]

We’re gearing up for the first 5k race of the 2012 running season. Here are a few things to think about when starting a training plan for a 5k event. Members only can get a copy of our official training guide. Non-members, please call us and we can hook you up, too. Running builds endurance, burns calories and can greatly reduce stress levels. A 5K race is the perfect length for beginners to … [Read more...]

Most people know they need to eat more fruit in their regular diet. Knowing and doing, however, are two very different things. Fortunately there are some very easy ways to work more fruit into your daily routine. The trick lies in making this healthy and tasty snack more available. If it’s time to add better foods into the diet to promote improved health and weight loss, here are some great … [Read more...]

The hardest part of getting fit involves taking the first step. While most people think exercising is hard and getting a routine together is difficult, the simple reality is that neither of these things are true. Working out doesn’t have to be tough, boring or impossible. Don’t let fear stand in the way and a path to improved fitness will easily open up. So, how can fear be … [Read more...]

All too often, we try to target our workouts to take care of problem spots. Flabby thighs, hanging arms (a.k.a. bat wings), muffin tops and other very specific areas get the bulk of our exercise attention while the core is overlooked. The truth is we need to work our whole body if we want to get real results. Targeting is fine, but it won’t get the job done on its own. The core – the back … [Read more...]

You’ve joined a gym and you’re all set to drop that 20 pounds you’ve promised yourself you’d lose for years. Your motivation is high and you know you can do it! That is fantastic news, but it’s time to temper your enthusiasm with a bit of reality. The fact is your motivation is very high right now and that’s a good thing. Your motivation, however, may not last forever. When you’re … [Read more...]

You stand on the scale and just can’t deny the fact any longer: It’s time to lose weight and get into shape. The problem is finding the best diet plan to help you reach your goals. With so many options on the table, selecting just the right diet plan can be very difficult. The simple truth is there is NO diet plan that is the best. Go on a strict diet plan to drop weight fast and you will … [Read more...]

If you’re ready to get into shape and really change your life, the first place to start is within your own mind. Leading a healthy, active lifestyle often calls for taking a mind-over-matter approach. Working out, eating right and making good choices calls for positive thinking to reinforce the actions you know you need to take. When you explore your own thought processes and your “mind … [Read more...]