The benefits of a regular Pilates practice go way beyond a lean beach body and 6-pack abs. For its creator Mr. Joseph Pilates, his method was created out of a quest to improve his overall health in a holistic way that went beyond what could be achieved with traditional strength-training methods. …
Stretches To Do Before Bed For Better Sleep
Among natural sleep remedies, from drinking chamomile tea to diffusing essential oils, stretching is often overlooked. But this simple act may help you fall asleep faster and improve the quality of your sleep. A 2016 review of studies found a link between meditative movements (such as tai chi and …
Some Fall Fun
We are now at the middle of October, but Autumn is far from over. I'm here to give you some ideas on how to have some fun this Fall! With the weather on your side, you have the perfect excuse to get outside and get moving. Solo Activities Sometimes getting out by yourself can be therapeutic. You …
Walking Pads Are In!
Have you noticed the recent trend of walking pads? I don’t know about you, but I see it all the time on TikTok. Especially since a lot of jobs nowadays are remote, these walking pads are a great investment. Most people sit at a desk and work for hours on end. Your body needs to move throughout the …
Gym Newbie? Click Here!
The gym can be a super intimidating place. Walking into a gym for the first time with the desire to get in shape feels like walking into your first day at a new school. There is a sense of uncertainty and intimidation in the air, masked by the smell of sweat and metal. Not to mention everyone seems …
Labor Day: The Why + The Workout!
Not being from here, sometimes it still surprises me how crazy Delawareans are about the beach. If you live in Delaware, I'm going to guess that the odds of you being at the beach this weekend to celebrate Labor Day are...rather high. If that's the case - good for you! I hope you get all the …
Training Time: Strength or Cardio First?
There is a lot of thought that goes into figuring out your workout for the day. One of the biggest challenges individuals question when it comes to working out is determining if they should do cardio or strength-based training first. This is one of those topics that have become very controversial …
Don’t Underestimate the Power of a Good Stretch
We've probably all gotten the "you should really be stretching every day" lecture, and I hate to make you sit through another one; BUT - here's why you really should be stretching everyday: Benefits of Stretching Flexibility Range of Motion Increased Blood Flow Pain Relief Stress …