School is starting back up and parents will once again have to shift into school schedule mode. It’s not easy to find time to do that one thing you know you need — exercise. How can busy moms and dads find time to stay fit? Get Moving Early The simplest answer is to get up before anyone…
Every cell in the human body relies on water to function. The harder your work those cells, the more important the hydration. Whether you’re a professional athlete or someone who hits the home gym after work, water is the key to performance. What Role Water Plays in Health The body is made up primarily of water, so…
Can exercise really improve your golf handicap? The simple answer is yes! The fitter you are the better you move. Low golf scores are a combination of skill and fitness. If you have the skills part down and you are still struggling to hold your posture, swing properly and hit the ball squarely the problem may be fitness and…
Atlanta is known for its Southern charm and sultry summers. Hot Lanta, Georgia’s sub-tropic climate will bring heat waves that push temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit every summer. And let’s not even get started in discussing the legendary Georgia humidity… Each year as many as 8,000 or more people die from the heat related causes in the…
Losing weight during the holidays is nearly impossible, so instead, many people choose to focus on weight control. By keeping your weight in check over the holidays, you can start the New Year on the right foot. Learning how to limit the pumpkin pie and eggnog is important, but physical fitness is a key component of weight…
Exercise isn’t just about looking good – it’s critical to overall health. Here are the top 5 ways that exercise benefits our wellbeing: 1. Helps maintain healthy weight The most obvious benefit of exercise is that it burns calories, helping people maintain a healthier weight. A healthy weight is a cornerstone of health. Being overweight or obese…
Get club-quality fitness and wellness equipment across the southeastern United States, in your facility or at home. Find the best value in home fitness equipment and the best commercial exercise machines on the market. Club members and health conscious customers are willing to pay top dollar for functional (and fun) wellness additions. Offering the right equipment has…
Instead of steeling yourself for 500 boring crunches on the floor or on a bench, try experimenting with ab moves and core training that change your body angles, and use your own body weight to challenge your muscles in new ways – which will lead to RESULTS. In addition, change up your ab training routines. Try…
There are a million reasons to keep your workout inside during these sweltering months, including concern about heat exhaustion and overtraining in hot, sticky weather. Your normal outdoor jog can actually get dangerous if you do it in high temperatures and/or without drinking enough water. Normally, skin, blood vessels and perspiration easily adjust to exercising in…
Since 8 out of 10 Americans will suffer from back pain at some point, it pays to tone and strengthen the area before you golf, grill or simply enjoy summer living, so you can remain pain-free. Whether you're sitting in front of your computer, waiting in line at the farmer’s market, playing your favorite sport, or…
