Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced athlete, young or approaching your senior years, balance exercises are beneficial for everyone, so be sure to include some balance workouts in your fitness sessions and start noticing the difference. What is Balance Training? Balance training consists of activities that challenge your ability to maintain posture and stability…
You’re tracking your eating and exercise meticulously but not seeing results. Has your metabolism slowed to a crawl? Are your hormones off? Is it really possible to GAIN weight from eating too LITTLE? Here’s what’s really going on—and how to solve it. Want to listen instead of read? Download the audio recording here… ++++ “How…
Good nutrition isn’t about following the rules. The healthiest people we know aren’t cardboard cut-outs of perfection. In fact, you might be surprised how they eat. That’s because instead of following someone else’s diet advice, they’ve developed a personal food list based on their own dietary quirks. You couldn’t predict their lists if you tried….
I’m a personal trainer and former competitive athlete, but the stress of working as a registered nurse for the last three years resulted in my completely falling off my exercise program. This significant lifestyle change also led to me gaining 30 pounds and developing chronic pain and depression. The statistics prove I’m not alone. According…
Knee discomfort is something that many of us experience during a workout or when performing specific exercises or activities, including squatting, lunging, or running. This experience has prompted many of my clients to ask me what exercises they can do for their “bad” knees. While there is no clinical diagnosis or specific exercise prescriptions to…
Name: Steph Ondrusek Age: 30 Location: Philadelphia, PA What does being a Girl Gone Strong mean to you? Being a Girl Gone Strong means embracing possibility. It means knowing that each one of us has a purpose in the world, waiting for us to find it. It means showing up as you are and allowing…
It’s not just the health perks that motivate people to get sweaty. It’s also the variety of cardio workouts available and the convenience of being able to exercise just about anywhere. Plus, many cardio activities are adaptable to all fitness levels, making this type of exercise an excellent addition to your daily routine. Read on…
The magazines got it wrong. Sure, the promise of “six-pack abs” might be motivating at the airport newsstand. But as soon as your flight’s delayed, it’s an easy goal to forget. Because stress, frustration, and… a conveniently-located Smashburger. (Same as every day, really.) There is a fix, though. If you’re willing to ask—and answer—some hard…
Reviewed by Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD Calorie manipulation—whether to lose weight or gain muscle—seems simple. After all, it’s just math… right? Sort of. But it’s tricky. Your body is a complex machine. In order to determine how many calories your body needs to achieve your goals, you need to first understand how your body burns…
These physical adaptations help prevent common chronic diseases and injuries and help with daily activities. They are also essential for maintaining our independence and quality of life as we age. Keep reading our ultimate guide to learn why strength training is recommended for everyone and how to incorporate it into your workouts. What is Strength…
