Fitness & Health

Celebrated on June 21, International Yoga Day aims to raise awareness worldwide of the many benefits of practicing yoga. Yoga was developed to connect the mind, body and soul. It has also been recommended as exercise and relaxation method to help the body’s general well-being and alleviate physical injuries and chronic pain.1 Many people add yoga to their fitness routine to improve flexibility and balance.

Men’s Health Week is always celebrated as the week leading up to and including Father’s Day. Since Father’s Day changes every year (it’s always on the 3rd Sunday in June) the specific dates for Men’s Health Week vary.

With summer right around the corner, you might be planning to incorporate a beach workout in your fitness regimen. Exercising on the beach not only provides you with a scenic view, but helps you burn calories quicker. The sand requires more energy than working out on a hard surface.

As the summer begins and temperatures rise, heat-related illnesses become more common. It's important to familiarize yourself with the signs of heat exhaustion so you can identify them when you or someone else may be in danger of a heat stroke. When exposing yourself to high temperatures and humidity, there are preventable steps you can take to exercise safely in the heat.

With rising temperatures and longer days upon us, we have officially made it to spring. Getting back into shape after winter or any long break means easing into your workout to prevent injury. Your body may feel heavy and stiff, a reminder of too many skipped workouts and all the food you ate over the holidays. It’s important to begin slow and create a few healthy habits to work into your daily routine.

Stay in shape this summer with a workout designed to suit various levels of fitness! This 4th of July themed workout is broken down into three levels: beginner, moderate, or advanced. To help maximize your workout, choose from a variety of fitness equipment including dumbbells, resistance bands, or kettle bells. Each exercise has step-by-step instructions to guide you through the movement.

You’ve signed up for your first 5k race – now what? Even if you are in good cardiovascular shape, training for a 5K requires careful planning and preparation. If you are new to running or haven’t ran in a while due to an injury, illness, or surgery, it’s important to ease into running long distances so that you avoid injury.

Are you having trouble achieving your New Year’s resolution? At the start of every year, we make New Year resolutions whether it be to lose weight, save money, eat healthy, or travel more. Resolutions are good, productive ways to set goals and intentions for the new year. But by February are you already struggling to keep your resolution and reach your goals?