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5 Activities to Improve Your Mental Health

Give your brain a burst of serotonin If you’ve been in the fitness arena for long, then you’ve already heard that exercising can boost your mental health far more than most people think; it even reduces stress, anxiety, and depression. Exercise has long been championed as the best way to improve mental health, and these […]
Experience the Benefits of Mindful Eating

Being aware of what you eat has many benefits In our society, we love focusing on stress rather than mindfulness. We don’t like living in the now, we like thinking about the future and everything that can go wrong. We think of all the things we have to do, rather than what we’re currently doing, […]
Take Your Work Out to the Next Level with Virtual Reality

Your fitness could be headed for a strange new world Virtual reality (VR) will take your fitness to new heights. You can exercise in a destination of your choosing. You may physically be on the treadmill, but to your eyes, your scaling the highest mountains. You may be doing yoga in your living room, but […]
Feeling Guilty About Your Sweet Tooth?

Simple substitutions to make desserts healthier Key takeaways: Many low calorie or low-fat desserts aren’t as healthy as you think Partially or fully swap out ingredients in dessert recipes to reduce fat, sugar, or carb content Do your research before exchanging ingredients to be sure the flavor and structure of the dessert will stay the […]
Why Proper Form is the Most Important Aspect of Your Workout

Increase your performance and see results faster by doing exercises the right way Key takeaways: Proper form helps to avoid both immediate and long-term injuries Learning proper form will increase results and boost your performance Don’t compare yourself to others in the gym and take things at your own pace If you’ve ever been to […]
Fad Diets Aren’t All They’re Cracked Up to Be

Real health isn’t a fad Like the virtual incarnation of the “snake oil” salesman, fad diets are on every corner of the internet claiming to be the key to shedding pounds and shredding muscle in no time at all. Now, let’s be honest with ourselves — we’ve all been charmed at least once by the […]
Getting Better Together: The Benefits of Group Training

Because we’re better when we’re together. Getting enough exercise is key to staying healthy and feeling good, but we all know how difficult it is to stay motivated during a workout — not to mention how much of a challenge it is to even start exercising. For many people, the act of heading to the […]
Superfoods: Why They’re Beneficial

And do they make you feel super, too? You’ve probably heard the term “superfood” sometime during the last few years. From foreign-sounding names like matcha green tea and spirulina to more familiar produce, like kale and blueberries, superfoods are growing in popularity in today’s market. Find out more about what they are and how you […]
On-Demand Streaming Workouts: The Modern and Convenient Approach to Fitness

Making more of your workout Key Takeaways: Finding the time, money, or courage to go to the gym can be difficult On-demand fitness programs can be streamed from anywhere, offering unmatched convenience and privacy Regardless of skill, budget, or need, there are countless programs for you to choose from Ask anyone who doesn’t exercise regularly […]
What You Need to Know About Natural vs. Added Sugars

Is added sugar the same as natural sugar? Key takeaways: Not all sugar is created equal Natural vs. added sugar 3 Tips for limiting your sugar intake Most of us know that excessive sugar can be too much of a good thing. The sweetness we love in our favorite desserts and baked goods can wreak […]