When you hear “strength training,” you might picture a weight room, heavy dumbbells, or an intense workout. Strength training can look much simpler than that. Squats, resistance bands, bodyweight exercises, and even everyday movements can help build strength and support the way we move through life! …
The Comeback Workout for People Who Used to Be Active
Remember when fitting in a workout seemed so much easier? Between college, work, and everything that comes with adulthood, staying active can start to feel like another responsibility. Maybe you used to run regularly, play intramural sports, take fitness classes, or spend your afternoons at the gym, …
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The Movement Menu Challenge: Choose How You Move
Movement can take many forms, from a morning walk around the neighborhood to a few minutes of stretching between tasks. Some days you may have 30 minutes to spare, while other days, fitting in five minutes feels like an accomplishment. The Movement Menu Challenge takes the pressure off by giving you …
What If Your Workout Was Designed Around Your Energy, Not the Clock?
We often treat workouts like appointments that have to happen at a specific time, for a specific amount of time, at a specific intensity. Real life rarely follows that schedule. Some days you wake up ready to move, while other days you are tired, stressed, or simply stretched thin. Learning to …
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The Best Fitness Advice I Ever Followed
For a long time, I believed that getting healthier meant doing more. Longer workouts, stricter routines, and never missing a day seemed like the key to success. Over time, I realized that approach wasn't something I could realistically maintain. The best fitness advice I ever followed was …
Try This 7-Day Movement Challenge!
Starting a new fitness routine can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like an every workout has to be long or intense to make a difference. The good news is that meaningful movement doesn't have to look that way. Small, consistent actions can help improve energy, boost your mood, and create …
Progressive Overload Explained: Building Strength Safely
Getting stronger takes time, consistency, and the right approach. Whether you are new to strength training or have been exercising for years, your body needs new challenges to continue improving. Progressive overload is one of the most important principles behind building strength because it helps …
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Should You Train Based on Your Heart Rate?
Have you ever noticed your smartwatch displaying your heart rate during a workout and wondered if you should be paying attention to it? Heart rate training has become increasingly popular thanks to fitness trackers and smartwatches that provide real-time data. While it may seem like another fitness …