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...
Come on, Student Athlete, Eat!

Come on, Student Athlete, Eat!

Come on, Student Athlete, Eat! We can’t believe we have to say this, but we’ve witnessed enough episodes that we felt it warranted a post. Food is your friend. So, come on, student athlete, eat! Contrary to popular belief, this doesn’t just apply to girls. Too...
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...
The Importance Of Hydration

The Importance Of Hydration

Do Not Underestimate the Importance of Proper Hydration Water makes up around 60 percent of the adult body. Yup, we’re basically bags of mostly water. Even though the Dog Days of Summer have passed, do not underestimate the importance of proper hydration. Usually,...