5 Simple Stretches to Improve Mobility and Flexibility Before and After Workouts
Stretching is an essential part of any fitness routine. It helps improve mobility, flexibility and overall performance while reducing the risk of injury.
8 Benefits of Exercise During Pregnancy
Five reasons to try group exercise
Here are five benefits that you can expect when you join a group exercise class at Beacon Health & Fitness.
Five reasons to try group exercise
Here are five benefits that you can expect when you join a group exercise class at Beacon Health & Fitness.
Training vs. Exercise
With a well thought out goal, a trainer and a client can structure the workout in a way that works towards that goal. This is what is defined as training; it’s the act of working out with a purpose. Each workout therefore has a defined reason for happening and can be set up to act as one step in a multi-step process on the way towards succeeding at the goal.
Is Exercise Bad for My Arthritis?
Arthritis indicates joint inflammation that commonly presents in the knee, hip and spine. It is one of the leading causes of disability in the US. The most common symptoms are pain, swelling, decreased range of motion, and muscle weakness.
The Effects of Exercise on Mental Health
Exercise can help with depression and anxiety by giving off endorphins; endorphins are chemical in your brain that produces a sense of happiness and euphoria. Another benefit of exercise for mental health is that it is a great way to relieve stress.
Arthritis in Your Knees? Try these Exercises!
If you have arthritis in your knees, ask your doctor about including exercise in your treatment plan. Exercise can help relieve pain and stiffness. Quadriceps Stretch Stretches the front of […]
ACSM Guidelines for Physical Activity
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week OR 75 minutes of vigorous exercise per week. If you don’t have time for longer […]
Strategies To Help You Relax
Chronic, everyday stress causes health problems. Managing that stress through intentional relaxation lowers blood pressure, increases blood flow and improves digestion and sleep. It also helps you handle anger and frustration. But relaxing can be difficult for many people.
