Why Men and Women Store and Burn Fat Differently It is well established that women tend to have a higher % of body fat than men. Men and women also differ where their body fat is stored. Differences in hormones, hormone receptors, and enzymes play a contributing role in this process. Before going on to […]
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Hiking and Trail Running Safety and Experiences
Hiking and Train Running Safety and Experiences Hiking, camping, and trail running provide exercise and interest for people of any age. Just getting out and walking around is a wonderful way to see nature. Since unexpected things happen, however, the best way to help guarantee a good time for all is to plan ahead carefully […]
Pilates Benefits for Children and Teens
Beyond just the “average” exerciser, Pilates has been shown to provide benefits for many different populations. One of those populations is children. Childhood Obesity As current trends show, childhood obesity is nearing epidemic proportions in this country. Children are lacking physical fitness in their daily lives, in addition to many also having poor dietary habits. […]
Stretching and Mobility: What’s the Difference? The Importance of Stretching on Your Workout
Stretching and Mobility: What’s the Difference? Written by Mark Teahan Director of Education Programs for The Spencer Institute When it comes to stretching vs mobility, it’s understandable if you have some uncertainty about which means what. One factor each has in common: flexibility. Both terms are often used interchangeably as if they are meant as […]
Picking Music for Group Exercise Classes
Picking Music for Group Exercise Classes Music is a huge component of group exercise. Many members come back to classes just for an instructor’s music alone. Have you ever taken a class where you just didn’t jive with the music, genre, tempo, or cueing to the beat? It’s like nails on a chalkboard, and it […]
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