https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtnjP0i7Wks The Fitness of Christmas “PAST” - Present -Future: Part 1 A Christmas Carol, the old Charles Dickens' novel, has a special theme that we can relate to many of life’s experiences. This is a holiday classic that you may have watched growing up. As a refresher, this Christmas tale…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIUFo2mwdcY Working in 2020 In this new world we are all experiencing, many of us are working from home. I guess it’s prevalent as I just read a blog with “WFH” and I had to look it up! I have been working from home for several years now and I…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErD6Q3GPhU8 The 12 days leading up to December 25th are always hectic with preparing cookies, decorating to make things look festive, and this year, a lot of online shopping! You can stay in the spirit of the season by getting your sweat on with this fun workout challenge! Turn up…
https://youtu.be/RNjhWHg3wu0 Burn fat and strengthen your muscles while you deck the halls! A seasonal workout will help lift up your spirits, brighten your mood, and give you more energy to Fa la la along. This dynamic workout contains an element of cardio, core, and strength movements wrapped up in a…
Jump, skip, and hop are all forms of plyometric movements incorporated more and more in exercise programs but WHY? Plyometric movements typically involve lengthening of the muscle, eccentric muscle contraction, followed by quick shortening of a muscle, concentric contraction. They help to develop power and agility, while providing a great…
Total Gym Strength Training Workout For Beginners Congratulations on receiving your new Total Gym! It’s awesome that you took the first step in creating a higher quality of life for yourself. You have your new and beautiful piece of equipment right in front of you and I bet that you’re…
With the critical acclaim of the movie Free Solo, which tells the story of Alex Honnold’s attempt to climb El Capitan without ropes, climbing sports have seen a huge resurgence! If you’re interested in learning to climb, and don’t want to invest in climbing gear, bouldering may be a great…
https://youtu.be/7CVpggkzfqo Are you looking for that one specific exercise that can improve your posture, strengthen your core, improve your ability to perform activities like climbing a ladder, and reverse the effects of spending long hours hunched over sitting on a plane, typing on your computer, or sitting on the couch?!…
https://youtu.be/E5gbjjTTR0M In industrial nations, it is estimated that up to 75% of the population will experience low back pain. Causes of low back pain are variable from excessive weight, strenuous exercise or lifting to stress and anxiety. With multiple possible contributing factors, there appears to be a common denominator amongst…
https://youtu.be/7AfqL1LK_rk%20 Want to get COREgeous with a workout that tones, defines, and even challenges your mind? If you answered yes ... then let’s do this! In previous blogs I discussed the importance of performing the plank and crunch exercises with proper form. If you happened to miss those two blogs,…