I have a question for you: What are your fitness goals? Do you want to gain muscle? Increase your strength? Build endurance? These are questions you need to ask yourself while designing your workout program. The exercises you do and the reps/sets you complete play a huge role in your fitness journey …
Want Stronger Glutes?
Haven't you heard? Glutes are the new abs! They're all the rage these days. But there's more to strong glutes than meets the eye. A strong gluteus maximus reduces your risk for injuries of the knee, lower back, hamstrings, and groin. If you play sports, strong glutes help you accelerate, decelerate, …
Sore Back? Build a Strong Core
Do you ever feel that aching, tired, sore feeling in your lower back? Maybe you feel it when you’ve been sitting at your desk for too long, or even standing without support may trigger you. If you have lower back pain, that soreness right at the lower curve of your spine, you’re not alone. According …
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 …
“Ask the Trainer”: Cardio or Weights First?
Did you just start your fitness journey? Or are you thinking about getting started? If so, you might have a couple (or a ton) of questions about working out, exercise, and gym routines. This is totally normal! We all have to start somewhere - right? That's why we've rounded up the most popular …
Are You Doing Squats Wrong?
Chances are, at one point you have incorporated squats into your workout routine. Squats don’t necessarily require any extra equipment, so they can be done anywhere. The movement itself isn’t that complicated so most people have some idea on how to do it. However, this doesn’t mean that you have the …
Cortisol-Conscious Workouts
What in the heck is cortisol anyways? Cortisol is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands that acts as “nature’s alarm system.” It’s the main stress hormone in the body that works with certain parts of their brain to control mood, motivation and fear. It also plays an important role in how …
Your Guide to Staying Fit While on Vacation
Whether you're visiting family, hitting the beach, or going abroad, you might not have access to the fully loaded gym you're used to. Vacations are meant for resting your body, relaxing, and indulging a bit! However, if you just have to get a workout in or you'll go insane (like me), there are some …