Using Fitness to Defeat Depression

Using Fitness to Defeat Depression

Disclaimer: talk to your doctor if you experience serious signs of depression. If you feel suicidal, call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1800-273-TALK (8255).   Depression can make you stop feeling like doing anything, especially working out....
The Fitness Journey

The Fitness Journey

How to Start Your Fitness Journey The journey of 1,000 miles begins with the first step. Lao Tzu used this proverb to encourage someone to start working towards their goals. And that’s what today’s topic is about: how to start your fitness journey. Rather than just...
The Ultimate Guide to Gym Etiquette

The Ultimate Guide to Gym Etiquette

Gym Etiquette The first time you encounter some of these behaviors from a fellow gym goer, they may surprise you. You might make mental excuses for them (“they don’t know better” or “they didn’t see me literally standing right here.”) You might shoot them dirty looks...
The Fitness Journey

The Basics of Biomechanics

It can be frustrating if a trainer points out that during your rep session that you’re breaking your form. After all, you may not feel anything different than before and nothing hurts, so you may think what’s the problem? You’re getting your gains and feel great. But...
Rest and Recovery Days

Rest and Recovery Days

Yes, You Need Rest and Recovery Days Every person who walks through our doors is looking to improve their health. Why else would you come to a gym, right? But sometimes we see a few of our members pumping iron a bit too often. Occasionally, we have to have a tough...