Story continues after a quick message from our sponsor below. Working at a gym that offers Pilates classes, I often hear the conversations people have. “Pilates, it’s just yoga.” Or,…
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Though they’ve been around for a while, HIIT workouts are booming in popularity. With promises of great results in less time, does this fitness trend live up to the hype? Let’s…
The most significant attribute of any exercise worthy of long-term commitment must be enjoyment. Swimming is fun and will surely put a big smile on your face. But make no…
Historically, the high-contact sports of boxing and kickboxing were popular among predominantly male demographics. Yet, increasingly, the practice is becoming well known as a sport that not only offers a…
Increasing or maintaining bone density is important as we age. In the United States alone, 10 million people are diagnosed with osteoporosis and 44 million have low bone density, putting…
Want to sleep better, stand taller, hit a ball 10 times farther? Go get stretched. Many us know stretching is the foundation for any workout. It loosens up muscles and…
Swimming and water activities, such as water walking and water aerobics, have many physical and mental health benefits for any age and any level of athletic ability. Living in a…
We see this headline in newspapers, magazines and even medical journals. But, what does this quote mean exactly? We know smoking can cause certain cancers and heart disease. What does…
How you start your morning not only can set the tone for the rest of the day, but it can impact your health. We have all experienced the morning scramble,…
Preparing for a trek? While the best way to improve your hiking fitness is simply to go hiking, time, weather and health may not always allow for this. Here are a…