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 …
Do This, Not That: Beginner Workout Edition
We've all tried committing to working out before. More often than not, we're great at it for a week or two, and good ol' life gets in the way. Each time this happens, it's harder and harder to get back to some kind of workout routine. So let's talk about some ways to help you get back on track and …
Which Yoga is Right for You?
Yoga is a form of exercise and mindfulness that can provide many health benefits for both the mind and body. Not only does it allow for an increase in flexibility and strength, but it also gives opportunity for reflection and relaxation. If these are factors that you would enjoy incorporating into …
All or Nothing
Have you ever skipped a workout or pushed exercising off to the next day? Well, I think when it comes to being active, most people imagine that a successful workout requires going all out for hours and lots, and lots of sweat. Believe it or not, this all-or-nothing mindset is holding you back. When …
Yoga-Style Back Stretches
So many Americans suffer from back pain at any given time. Even activities in your daily routine can cause back pain including things such as driving, sitting at a desk all day, poor sleeping positions, or even just cleaning your house. These seem like small daily activities that wouldn’t put much …
Take Your Training To The Next Level
When was the last time your workouts got a little upgrade? If you've been doing the same exercises for a while now, then it may be time to change things up a bit! Why? It can help you break through a plateau, prevent injury from overuse, and prevent workout boredom. Here are some small changes you …
Form Over Speed, Always
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 …
Time To HIIT The Gym
It’s time to talk about a lot of people’s least favorite part of exercising, cardio. It has been drilled into our minds that running countless miles is the only way to do cardio. However, this is not the case. There is a form of training called HIIT. This stands for high-intensity interval training. …