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Bill Brown
Jan 06, 2020

Fitness apps let users pick and choose workouts

ClassPass and Gympass are among companies offering a monthly package of credits that can be redeemed at thousands of participating gyms, rather than being locked into memberships. Ellen Ransom wanted variety without commitment. She belonged to several yoga studios but was looking for something new to add to her workout routines without the cost of

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Bill Brown

THE MENTAL HEALTH BENEFITS OF EXERCISE ARE WORTH THEIR WEIGHT IN SWEAT

That exercise is good for you is not exactly a revelation; however, according to research, the more you know about those benefits, the more likely you’ll be to engage in physical activity. And you might be surprised to read how the mental benefits of exercise stack up against the physical. If you, like me, consider watching Jeopardy or playing

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Bill Brown
Jan 02, 2020

Exercise may reduce risk for cancer by as much as 25 percent

Increasing physical activity to NIH-recommended levels can lower likelihood of colon, breast, kidney, liver and other types of cancer. Dec. 26 (UPI) — Resolving to exercise in the new year — and sticking to it — may help reduce a person’s risk for cancer, a new study suggests. In findings published Thursday in the Journal of Clinical

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Bill Brown
Dec 31, 2019

Welcome to Wellness – Member Success Program

Let us help you start reaching your goals! This complimentary two-session program is designed to help get you started and keep you successful! You will receive two 30-minute complimentary appointments with a Wellness staff member. New members can choose from a combination of personal training, private yoga instruction or health coach. Personal Training Working with

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Bill Brown
Dec 26, 2019

Why Strength Training Is a Must For Everybody

Whether you’ve worked out regularly since playing high school sports or you just started moving more at the request of your doctor, you know exercise benefits your body in all sorts of ways, both visible and invisible. Not all movement is created equal, though — so if your exercise routine doesn’t involve strength training, well, you

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Bill Brown
Dec 24, 2019

3 Reasons Your Muscles Shake During a Tough Workout

We’ve all felt it at one time or another: That trembling, shaky feeling in your muscles when your workout gets tough, or you’ve been holding a pose (like a plank) for too long. Why do our muscles shake? And should we be worried when it happens? We’ll come to the first question in a moment,

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Bill Brown
Dec 19, 2019

Top 10 Health Benefits of Indoor Cycling and Spinning

Cycling is a low-impact and a low-risk form of exercise that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Not only is it on-trend, but there are many different styles of spinning you can enjoy, all indoors, regardless of the temperature and weather outside. Whether it’s dancing on a bike at a high energy SoulCycle

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Bill Brown
Dec 18, 2019

Top 10 Ways Fitness Improves Your Mental Health

For the most part, when people exercise, they’re focusing on improving their physical health. While working out, you’re most likely thinking about all the benefits your body is reaping, but start thinking about your mind too! There are many health benefits to exercising and eating right, and your brain will thank you for it. Let’s

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Bill Brown
Dec 17, 2019

Top 10 Tips to Learn from Chuck Norris

Few men have had the honor of going toe-to-toe with Bruce Lee on the silver screen, yet that is exactly what martial arts legend Chuck Norris did in 1981 Kung-Fu epic Way of the Dragon. Chuck Norris is one of the most decorated martial artists of all time, and has channeled his successful film career into powerful

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Bill Brown
Dec 16, 2019

Experts Debate: Should You Focus on Net Carbs?

If you’re trying to lose weight and eat healthier, chances are you’re well aware of the benefits of logging your food. While setting calorie goals and balancing macronutrients are largely tried-and-true tools, one metric is a bit more controversial. Enter net carbs, aka “impact carbs” or “active carbs,” a category of carbohydrates that’s increasingly marketed on food packaging. An invention of food marketers, net carbs emerged

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CATEGORIES: Blog, Nutrition & Health
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