It’s easy to tell someone they need to set an exercise regimen, we should know. The first step is wanting to make the change, then to seek out the avenue in which you want to make that change. It’s quite common to get started and do really well for the first week or so, then […]
CONTINUE READINGIt almost goes without saying that in order to achieve a healthy lifestyle and to get the body you’re working so hard for you must avoid high-fat, high-sugar, processed foods. That’s a no-brainer. These foods aren’t natural, aren’t meant to be consumed on the regular, and will actually break down your muscular build, causing a […]
CONTINUE READINGWhen people come to us, it’s to lose weight or gain muscle, or both. We assess their needs and provide attention and support every step of the way. Some only have a short distance to their goals, and some have quite the journey. We have learned over the years, the longer the road to your […]
CONTINUE READINGHard workouts come out with one of two results: either you feel great, a little sore, but you can muddle through, or the feeling that you may need to be spoon-fed for the next couple of days because you feel just awful! If you feel the latter, you’re in luck. We’ve discussed in our […]
CONTINUE READINGYou’ve witnessed it (or been the victim of it); the painful waddle you adopt because of your intense workout. What about stairs? Oh, god, not the stairs! You can’t even bend your legs much less all the way down those wretched stairs! Ever wonder why you’re more sore after certain workouts than after others? Or, […]
CONTINUE READINGGrowing old can suck. There’s no nice way to put it! Your body stops working the way it once did, and health issues you would never have dreamed of start to come to fruition. One of the perils of being a grownup (which we point out due to the high level of those affected being […]
CONTINUE READINGBy Caitlin Bryan If you walk into your local sporting goods shop to find a new pair of athletic shoes, chances are you might get a tad overwhelmed. There is a plethora of selections ranging from flashy neon running shoes, sturdy cross trainers, comfy walking sneakers, and the latest lightweight, minimalist shoe. Before you […]
CONTINUE READINGBy Caitlin Bryan Often times, when we think of following a well-rounded exercise regimen, we think of a balance of cardio and strength training, but sometimes forget about incorporating mobility training. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t mean that we should all be mobile enough to do the splits or touch our noses to our […]
CONTINUE READINGImproving Adherence to Your Program By Jeff Li New Years can be a rather refreshing holiday. The start of a new calendar year reminds us that despite our past struggles, we’ve made it this far. We can put the past behind us and get off to a fresh start. This feeling of renewed energy, […]
CONTINUE READINGHow to Prevent Overeating on Turkey Day By Jeff Li Let’s face it: the holiday season is a tough time for health-conscious people. Thanksgiving is especially food-focused. A typical Thanksgiving dinner usually includes large amounts of heavy foods, sugar and calorie-dense desserts, and alcohol- not exactly the best combination for someone trying to get […]
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