I don't know why, but sometimes when I work out, I feel pressure to go through the entire workout as fast as I can. I'm not sure if my brain is saying "the faster you go, the better the workout", but my brain's wrong. Even though high-intensity workouts keep your heart rate up, that shouldn't cost …
Does Physical Activity Scare You?
Does this title feel like a personal attack? It's not, we promise! We are here to get you over your FOWO (Fear Of Working Out). Do you often find yourself wanting to work out but you are scared to go to the gym, and risk being embarrassed? Do you lack the mental motivation to go in public and work …
Best Fitness Tracking App
As someone who goes to the gym 5 days a week to lift, I found it difficult sometimes to keep track of my progress. However, a few months ago I found an app called HEVY. It changed my workouts. Through this app, I can track each exercise, set, rep, and weight. It makes your workouts easier to track …
Why Post-Gym Protein Matters
After an intense workout, your body is like a sponge, ready to soak up all the goodness it needs to repair and grow stronger. One crucial ingredient for this recovery process is protein. But why is it so important to consume protein after hitting the gym? Muscle Repair and Growth When you …
Finding the Best Fit for You: Cable Fly
Approaching the cable machine on a chest day can be quite intimidating, especially if you do not know what part of your chest you plan on working out when ready. Cable Flyes are an excellent choice for working out your chest, giving you a great stretch, as well as solidifying your pectoral muscles. …
Beginners Guide to College Fitness
Walking into the gym for your first time can be a little bit intimidating. In one corner there’s two guys wearing tank tops doing bicep curls in front of the mirror. In the other corner is a large group of girls all doing a bodyweight circuit in perfect unison. Somewhere there’s a person who is …
When You Shouldn’t Workout
Looking for an excuse to skip the gym today? You're too busy, have Netflix to catch up on, it's your cat's birthday, you're feeling lazy, etc. Unfortunately, those excuses shouldn't keep you from a great workout. But I have good news! There are some reasons why you should take a breather from the …
Benefits of Group Exercise
Feeling like you want to workout but have no idea where to start? If you’re new to the gym or just feeling like shaking up your current fitness routine, try a group exercise class! Joining a class not only holds you accountable to a workout routine, but provides a fitness foundation for you to use …