Okay so we have all been in the situation where we have a strict amount of time to get our workout in, and a warmup just wasn't cutting it. Warmups are an extremely essential part of a workout, and in some cases can determine if the workout results in more harm than help. So what is a warmup? A …
The Perfect Gym Bag
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 …
4 Accessory Exercises Towards Bigger Squats
Building a bigger squat does require performing squats as a part of your workout routine, however, squats alone may be limiting your strength. Accessory exercises are an integral part of building strength and putting up bigger squat numbers. These accessory exercises will help build strength in …
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 …
Hamstring Love
The hamstrings are the muscles that run down the back of your legs that quite frankly don’t get the love that they should. The hamstrings aren’t necessarily eye catching but they need some love. The hamstrings are a big muscle group that helps with everyday activities such as running, hiking, …
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 …
Creative Ways To Exercise
I've heard the term, "allergic to exercise" one too many times. Many of us think of exercising and immediately have thoughts of an intimidating gym, or a marathon run around a city. It's a new year, which means most of us are looking for ways to increase our physical activity. Are you looking to …