What is the FITT Principle? The FITT Principle is used to prescribe fitness and exercise recommendations to clients. It’s a great way of monitoring your exercise program. It is an acronym that stands for Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type. F – Frequency Frequency refers to how often you exercise, typically measured by the number of… Continue reading Measure Your FITTness
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National Physical Fitness Month
Since 1983 the President’s Council on Fitness designated the month of May as Physical Fitness and Sports Month to… Continue reading National Physical Fitness Month
Ergonomics & You: How to Create Your Best Workspace
What is Ergonomics? First things first – what is ergonomics? Ergonomics is defined as the study of people’s efficiency in their working environment, and fitting a job to a person. Why is it Important? By improving workspace ergonomics, we can reduce incidence and severity of some common work-related ailments, as well as improve functionality… Continue reading Ergonomics & You: How to Create Your Best Workspace
Healthy Takeout
During this time most of us have probably been cooking for ourselves or our families a lot more than we were before COVID-19. However, there are some people who are still eating take out on a daily basis. It’s absolutely okay to still order carry out throughout the week – especially in support of your… Continue reading Healthy Takeout
Spring Clean Your Fitness Routine
Although we tend to be creatures of habit and comfort, frequently changing your workout program is necessary to avoid and/or overcome a plateau, make performance gains, and accomplish new levels of fitness. When to Change Your Fitness RoutineSelf reflection is needed to know when to change a workout routine or schedule. You need self awareness about… Continue reading Spring Clean Your Fitness Routine
Benefits of Plank Poses
What is a Plank? A plank is a simple bodyweight exercise that requires no equipment, and can be performed anywhere (using your best judgment!). This isometric core exercises requires you to maintain a position similar to a push-up for a maximal time. BenefitsThis simple exercise has multiple benefits. When planking you are first holding yourself up using… Continue reading Benefits of Plank Poses
Importance of Glute Activation
What is Glute Activation? Glute activation refers to firing up the gluteal muscles in an effort to strengthen them. Gluteal muscles refer to the muscles in your butt: gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus. Your gluteus maximus are the main, large muscles that shapes your backside, and your gluteus medius and gluteus minimus are the two… Continue reading Importance of Glute Activation
Stress Awareness Month
Stress Awareness Month has been held every April, since 1992. During this thirty day period, health care professionals across the country join forces to increase public awareness about both the causes and cures for stress. What is Stress? Stress is the body’s natural defense against predators and danger. It causes the body to flood with hormones… Continue reading Stress Awareness Month
Bringing Back Bodyweight Training
Calisthenics is creating physical improvement and strength gain by using the body as the main training… Continue reading Bringing Back Bodyweight Training
Your Mental Health & Well-Being During COVID-19
For some, teleworking is the perfect solution in order to create a better work-life balance. It can lessen some of the pressure that comes with going into the office every day, such as the stress of traffic or working under a manger’s supervision. There’s a sense of flexibility and freedom as you have more say… Continue reading Your Mental Health & Well-Being During COVID-19