One of the tropes of sports or dance movies is the mysterious character who “blew their knee out” and was never heard from again. Melanie D. Gibson is one of those people who has suffered a knee “blowout.” As someone who also blew out both her knees, I can relate to this sports injury. A […]
Key Elements For Basement Play Area That’s Perfect For Kids
A year and a half ago, we began work on our basement to finish it. With Covid hitting, like many families, we needed more functionality out of our current space. Dysfunctional Space While I managed to add more desks in the bedrooms to help the kids focus on virtual school, they did not have a […]
6 Sports to Try You May Not Have Considered Before
Have you lost motivation during the pandemic to workout or practice any sports? You’re not alone, but don’ let that deter you. Trying something new may be the solution in such cases. New Sports as Hobbies These days, many of us are taking up new hobbies to get us fit, teach us new skills and […]
Crush Your Fitness Goals With a Solid Workout Plan
Starting the year with a workout plan is the best thing anyone can do to achieve their fitness goals. It’s a trend people have been on since the pandemic started. Google search trends indicates the portion of people searching for weight loss hit a 5-year high in May of 2020. This level even exceeded the […]
7 Fitness Apps To Help You Exercise at Home Like Kayla Itsines
Fitness is not just exercise, it’s a de-stressor and a form of therapy. With advisories for physical distancing, the 1 in 5 Americans that belong to gyms and other health clubs are facing accessibility challenges that may cause them to fear falling out of their gym schedule and sacrificing recent fitness accomplishments. Many are taking […]
Isometric Training in the World of Sports & Fitness
You’ve probably heard much about isometric training. While most people can’t list examples of isometric contractions in sports off the top of their heads, athletes have always espoused the power of it. They may just refer to it as a hold, weight training or resistance training. In fact, isometrics play a huge part in most […]
Start The Decade With Cold Weather Workout Programs
Outdoor winter workout programs may not seem enticing. Yet we also see a lot of people initiate exercise as part of their new year resolution, but unfortunately it’s short lived. Cold weather is the time most people slack on their fitness goals. Cold Weather Workouts Derek Maxfield of MA-area Fitness Together and certified personal trainer, […]
How to Choose a Fitness Trainer or Coach
You may never have opted to go the fitness trainer route but you want to make sure you’re working out properly. Personally, I’ve worked with a fitness trainer and a coach. Each was for different reasons to fulfill different goals but I can tell you that it makes a difference when you have that support. […]
Understanding Fat & What You Can Do About It
We’ve all struggled with losing that fat that just seems so stubborn. We go on the right path, get results than drop off the wagon and here it all comes back again. Couple that with a slowing metabolism, loss of muscle mass as we reach the age of 40, and you’ve got a recipe for […]
Motivate Yourself To Workout – Bikini Body Guide Phase 3
Some people love to workout. Their motivation maybe driven by wanting that bikini bod. While others are motivated by the idea but unwilling to do the work. They may go for a morning run, hit the gym, and religiously stick to a fitness routine. They love doing it, the kick and drive they get out […]
Why a HIIT Workout Routine Will Change The Way You Exercise
When I was single, I loved going for runs. My feet hitting the pavement, wind in my hair, and time clearing my mind. Hours would disappear over a long weekend. It was glorious. Fast forward too many years, a mortgage, children, etc. and by the time I put on my sneakers, I’ve fallen asleep on […]
A Must Follow Diet & Exercise Plan – Bikini Body Guide Phase 2
In the first phase of the bikini body guide, you’ve built up a strong foundation. It’s now time for the core of your training. This plan begins 10 weeks out from your drop date. It has more supersets to elevate the heart rate during training to burn more fat while lifting. You’ll also have compound […]
Best Beginner Bikini Body Guide That You’ll Ever Have
Have you ever looked at pictures of fitness models and thought to yourself, I wish I could look like that?? I think most of us have at one point or another but quickly dismissed the idea as not possible. But what if I told you it is! Even if you’re new to fitness. In fact, […]
