Movement is fantastic for your health. The benefits are endless — including a life lived healthier and happier for longer, with less pain and a lower risk for chronic diseases. However, incorporating movement into your day can be tough for a variety of reasons, such as working at a desk
The late motivational speaker Jim Rohn once said, “Success is neither magical nor mysterious. Success is the natural consequence of consistently applying basic fundamentals.” Success in fitness means moving better and stronger, with minimal pain, and being able to complete the activities we love to the best of our ability.
Take a moment to reflect on your starting point 14 weeks ago. Where were you in your wellness journey? How did you feel physically? How did you feel mentally? How consistent were your workouts? How strong did you feel? Could you complete push-ups, squats, planks, etc.? Now, take a moment
Do you find yourself becoming stiff or having aches and pains at the end of the day, especially while working from home? Daily stretching and movement can help to decrease these ailments and your stress levels, increase your overall energy and ease your mind. Static stretching is the easiest form
For optimal performance, it is important to balance all workout styles to make sure muscles and joints stay healthy and strong. No matter your exercise goal, you should always prepare your body with a proper warmup and relax it with a cooldown to ensure your recovery process will be ideal.
Bodyweight training is amazing. All you need is yourself, a little bit of space and a strong mindset. However, because bodyweight training does not require weights, questions arise surrounding its benefits and how to best complete it. Below, we answer some common questions. What Are Different Ways to Complete Bodyweight
Rest is a bodily state characterized by minimal labor and exertion. Recovery is the process of returning to your normal state after a period of exhaustion. The goals of rest and recovery are to reduce anxiousness, help our bodies recuperate after an exercise bout and restore us to a calm
The mythical Fountain of Youth allegedly restores the youth of anyone who drinks or bathes in it. Stories of such a fountain have been recounted around the world for thousands of years, appearing in early writings and causing many to search for its powers. If only such a thing existed.
When exercising, it is important to complete each movement properly and understand what muscles should be working. The squat is the foundation of most workouts. Whether you are lifting legs, taking an exercise class or even running (yes, running), the squat is either involved or will help you better perform
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