How Much Protein Do You Need
Revised - originally published on August 28, 2018 "How much protein do I need?" This is one of the most common questions I get asked. Unfortunately, there is no simple answer to this question because it is different for each individual. Factors include: Age; Weight;...
What is Health Coaching and How Can it Help Me?
At Performance Health & Fitness, all members (including trial members) receive our complimentary Smart Start Program. The program is designed to provide our new members with the tools to get a great start on making lasting lifestyle changes, and consists of 4...
Cardio Bingo Wellness Challenge
Our next free Monthly Wellness Challenge is all about cardio. No, that doesn't mean a daily meeting with a treadmill or elliptical. Cardio can be any combination of things – even things you may have never thought of or tried. We're adding a new spin to this month's...
Take your Meal Outdoors + Honey Garlic Chipotle Chicken Recipe
Grilling, BBQ, cookout, picnic...whatever you like to call it, eating outdoors in the summer is a perfect way to enjoy nature while spending time with family and friends. Celebrate National picnic month by taking your meal outside for a fun meal everyone can enjoy....
Macros: Why We Need Them and How Much
So many people have dialed into their “ Macros” for optimal nutrition and body fat loss, but quite honestly I am not 100% sure if people truly understand what that means. Macro is short for essential macronutrients which are proteins, fats and carbohydrates. We need...
Workout of the Week #24
Need some workout inspiration? Give our Workout of the Week a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT Equipment Needed: Dumbbells (2 pairs - heavier and...
Workout of the Week #23
Need some workout inspiration? Give our Workout of the Week a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT 2-3 Rounds of 10 Burpees20 Push-ups30 Crunches40...
Performance Donates a 1-Year Gym Membership to Miles in the Maize 2021
Performance Health & Fitness is excited to announce that it's sponsoring the 2021 Miles in the Maize 5K & Maize Mile on October 31, 2021. This event is a local favorite – and put on by Heartland Soles + Colony Pumpkin Patch. As part of our partnership,...
Healthy Grilling Tips + Green Chili Turkey Burger Recipe
The weather is warming up, people are enjoying spending time outside again, and a key part of warmer seasons in the midwest is enjoying a good grill out. Grilling is a fun way to add flavor and variety to your meals. Whether you keep it simple or create something...
Last Minute Health and Fitness Tips for your Summer Wedding
Spring has finally begun as the warmer weather is kicking in and you realize that your wedding date is now getting closer and closer. You may have been doing great with your health and fitness but there are those of you that are thinking “Oh no!, I have...
The Benefits of Hydration During Exercise + Our 31-Day Hydration Challenge
Did you know the body is made up of approximately 50-60% water? A specific amount of water must be consumed each day in order to survive – an amount that varies by person based on individual needs. For everyone, maintaining proper hydration is essential to regulate...
Summer Safety Tips to Consider
Okay, okay ... I know that it isn’t summer yet but I wanted to make sure that I shared some safety tips for those of you who may be soon hitting the trails to complete your runs, bike rides or just to enjoy a nice walk with a friend or four-legged walking buddy. After...
Workout of the Week #21
Need some workout inspiration? Give our Workout of the Week a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT Equipment Needed: Timer or Clock For each movement, work...
Supplements – Are they necessary or are the basics of nutrition good enough?
Recently, I have been asked quite a bit about supplements and if they are truly necessary to help you to gain the results that you are looking for. The short answer is no, but in special cases they can and should be implemented into your daily routine to make sure...
How do you fall back into a routine after 2020? Start with just 10,000 steps a day 🙂
Fall is around the corner. Kids are back in school and most parents now have time to get back into a new routine to incorporate more physical activity. With the year 2020 now behind us and 2021 coming to an end, we are now eager to start working on ourselves, but at...
Workout of the Week #20
Need some workout inspiration? Give our Workout of the Week a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT (10 reps each) Overhead SquatWalking Lunge (20...
Workout of the Week #19
Need some workout inspiration? Give our Workout of the Week a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT 4 sets of each group | 8 reps of each movement (unless...
Workout of the Week #18
Need some workout inspiration? Give our Workout of the Week a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT 3 Sets of Exercises 15-Minutes Each (45 Minutes Total)...
The HIIT List: 5 Reasons to up the Intensity
By Finlay Macdonald for Fit Planet courtesy of Les Mills. It’s been called the closest thing to an exercise pill. And while it might take a bit more effort, there is now no doubt at all that high-intensity interval training is just what the doctor ordered. Anyone who...
Workout of the Week #17
Need some workout inspiration? Give our Workout of the Week a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT 25 Reps of EachPush-upsCrunchesSupermansDead BugsBand...
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...
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...
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...
Thyroid 101 and How to Fight Imbalances with Proper Nutrition
January is Thyroid Awareness Month which is our opportunity to help shed light on this small gland and the role it plays in our overall health and wellness. As confirmed by the American Thyroid Association, more than 12 percent of the U.S. population will develop a...