Challenge yourself and unleash your inner animal. As long as you’re game to embrace a little mud in your face, you too can be a trail runner. Besides offering a refreshing break for both body and mind, trails are less physically punishing that their concrete counterparts. Anyone can participate. HERE’S HOW TO GET STARTED Begin […]
7 Workout Mistakes
Spot reduction There is no such thing as “spot reduction.” The best way to lose those love-handles or other areas? Focus on total body weight loss and firming the muscles. Not monitoring your heart rate If you follow the heart rate recommendations on the cardio machines, you may be doing yourself a disservice. A heart […]
6 Tips to Improve Your Running Performance
Whether you’re a seasoned runner gearing up for the race season or a newbie putting your best foot forward, these tips can help develop or improve your running efficiency. Always land with your feet under your center of mass (hips). Focus on leaning forward at the ankles while keeping your core tight and engaged. Keep in-mind, […]
4 Ways to Get Fit
Merriam-Webster’s dictionary for kids describes activity as, “the state of being active; energetic action or movement; liveliness.” To stay motivated, get creative. As long as you’re moving and having fun, anything goes. here are some ideas to keep your family moving over the summer. AT HOME • Relay races (either in teams or individually) […]