Since its creation in the 1920s, Pilates has been used around the world to increase muscle strength and tone, improve flexibility and posture, and lose weight. However more research is suggesting that Pilates also has a wide range of mental...
Why is it so hard to lose weight during menopause? Let's talk honestly when a woman hasn't had a menstrual cycle in 12 months you can officially say she's in menopause. But let's consider the prior to menopause stage because typically...
With the joys of becoming a new mother, I had lots of anticipation. One of those was would it be safe for me to workout during my pregnancy. So with that anticipation, I went to the gym to cancel my...
While at a luncheon with our industry partners, two high-schoolers sit next to me eating lunch. Just before the waitress picks up our plates I looked over and noticed that only the lasagna was eaten and those gorgeous vegetables were left...
Move it or Lose it-Benefits of exercise on the aging body As we age our bodies start to lose muscle mass and flexibility, therefore, lowering our metabolism causing weight gain. Did you know that adults lose 3-5% of muscle mass per...
Tips that can help you stick to your fitness goals all year. Have a supportive fitness community or workout buddy Fitness communities make you happier and can lead to quality friendships. When you regularly work out with others, you make connections and...
With the New Year upon us, so many of us have the intention to get healthier, exercise more and eat better. Sometimes those intentions are easier said than done. The main reason this happens is motivation or lack thereof. This...