Need some workout inspiration? Give this workout a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out on social or at the health club if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT Equipment Needed: Weight Plates (light and heavy) 1-2 Sets / 10 Reps of […]
11 March 2019
Workout of the Week #40
Need some workout inspiration? Give this workout a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out on social or at the health club if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT Equipment Needed: BOSU® Ball 3 Rounds, Complete 12 Reps of: Mountain Climber Squat […]
04 March 2019
Workout of the Week #39
Need some workout inspiration? Give this workout a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out on social or at the health club if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT 45 seconds of work + 30 seconds of rest Complete 2 rounds of: […]
Winter in the Midwest can be tough, and this winter has been especially brutal. It is easy to fall into a rut this time of year with exercise and food due to the cold and snow. March is quickly approaching, which means spring is right around the corner. The availability and variety of fresh produce […]
19 February 2019
Where are You in the 6 Stages of Readiness for Change?
I absolutely love my job and what I enjoy the most is having the ability to sit down with people to talk about their wellness goals. After we establish what their goals are, we have to take a look at their current lifestyle, as well as some measurements of their current fitness level by doing […]
12 February 2019
Strength Training Tips for Runners
Attention Runners! It has been a goal of mine to raise awareness about the benefits of strength training for runners as a personal trainer but also as someone who has witnessed the benefits first hand when I completed my first half marathon 2 years ago. When it comes to competitive athletes who incorporate consistent strength […]
29 January 2019
Whole Grains for Heart Health & Egg-White Oats Recipe
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. is cardiovascular disease. Heart disease or stroke can occur at any age. February is Heart Month, which aims to bring awareness to heart disease and promote heart health. Younger individuals (35-64) are at a […]
23 January 2019
Self Care 101 + Our Self-Care Wellness Challenge
I don’t know about you, but I am always on Pinterest finding things that interest me. This year, a lot of the things I pinned were helpful ways to take care of myself. I tend to be one of those people that always says yes, takes on too many projects, then gets overwhelmed. During the […]
17 January 2019
Why Squat Burpees Beat the Rest
With the recent explosion of high-intensity exercise, burpees are everywhere – and they come in all shapes and sizes. Here we explain why opting for the squat burpee is your best bet. Burpees are one of the simplest ways to seriously spike your heart rate and build cardio endurance, and as a result they are […]
14 January 2019
How to Find the Perfect Sports Bra
I stand looking in the mirror after getting dressed in the morning. I notice my bra seems to be fitting a little snug. Is that side boob? Are my boobs supposed to be squished together like this? How in the heck am I supposed to know how my sports bra should fit? I mean it […]
