Have you ever pulled up to the gym and realized you forgot your headphones? What about a hair tie? Or deodorant? Today we're going to talk about what to pack for the gym so that you never forget the essentials or have to go smelly in public post-gym ever again. My Gym Bag Well first, you need …
Do This, Not That: Beginner Workout Edition
We've all tried committing to working out before. More often than not, we're great at it for a week or two, and good ol' life gets in the way. Each time this happens, it's harder and harder to get back to some kind of workout routine. So let's talk about some ways to help you get back on track and …
Listening To Your Body Doesn’t Make You Lazy
Hearing "you should listen to your body" probably isn't uncommon for anyone. Our whole lives we hear this from our doctors, friends, grandparents, moms -- literally everyone. But what does that actually mean? Which situations justify taking a break or pushing through? The simple answer: you …
Which Yoga is Right for You?
Yoga is a form of exercise and mindfulness that can provide many health benefits for both the mind and body. Not only does it allow for an increase in flexibility and strength, but it also gives opportunity for reflection and relaxation. If these are factors that you would enjoy incorporating into …
You Can Have Whatever You Like (Workout Edition)
Are you feeling down since you cannot go to the gym and get that workout in? Or are you feeling more lazy than usual being locked inside and not being able to go anywhere? I know I am. Listen, we're all feeling a little stuck to the couch lately. So don't be too hard on yourself. It's not just me …
Get Out of Your Slump – Literally!
Do you have a desk job that requires you to sit all day? If so, your posture and your overall health could be at risk! A recent study has shown that no amount of physical activity and exercise can fight off the dangers associated with sitting all day. Bummer right? In this case, prevention is the …
How Does Exercise Affect Sleep?
Is it just me or does anyone notice they sleep better when they’ve gotten a good workout in that day? The more I move around throughout the day, and especially if I’ve had a good gym session, the better I seem to sleep. This has even been enough to get me to the gym on the days when I want to the …
When Motivation Fizzles
One minute you're hitting the gym 3-4 days a week and eating all the right foods. The next minute, you're binge-watching Netflix on the couch instead of breaking a sweat, snacking on way too many Oreos, and have replaced water with copious amounts of coffee. If this sounds like your life, or just …