It's like a hamster wheel...every January a whole new lot of folks sign up for gyms and studios and classes - hoping to better themselves whether it's to lose weight, be healthy, and/or achieve a fitness goal. Then we have those who have been going on a regular basis, throughout the year, and January is ...
Are you ready to challenge your body?
It's easy to get a little lazy or think you don't have time to workout. Monday mornings are the hardest in my opinion. You have to go to the office, you probably have a million emails waiting for you, before you even drink your coffee, and the worst part...you have to get out of bed! ...
Can you Spin to this?
I'm a big believer in spin class. Some people like their yoga, and yes, I find it calming and it definitely helps tone you (especially your arms). However, for me, spin class is where I get my inner yoda on. I feel at peace, with the spin music blasting, the folks cycling beside me, and ...
Is shopping the therapy for you?
In my twenties, anytime I had a tough time with someone or was having a rough time in school or work, I had an itch to go shopping. I wanted an instant satisfaction and feeling of happiness. The thrill of finding a nice new pair of shoes or that perfect top for Friday night...it ...
Six Benefits of a Trainer
I always hesitated against having a trainer at the gym - specifically based on the expense the and time needed to dedicate. But when my gym offered a few free sessions, I wasn't going to turn down "free." And what I gained was more than I expected. I was just trying to avoid getting guilt ...
11 On-the-go Health Tips for the Holidays
The holidays are a busy time of a year, especially when we're traveling to visit friends and family. We end up scrambling for whatever we can find at a rest stop or the random eateries at an airport or train station. Our gym may not have a location where we are staying, and we can't ...
The Pursuit: Friend or Foe?
Equinox, yes the pretty gym (as some people call it), has a spin class called "the Pursuit." When I first learned about it, I figured, well if I love spin, and I've done at least a dozen classes at this point, the Pursuit, shouldn't be anything out of my reach. I can do that. No ...
Five must haves for a home gym
When you live in a city, spaces are smaller. Schedules are crazier. You are constantly on the go. And some mornings, getting to the gym seems daunting. That's why I find it necessary and helpful to have some workout items at home to use. I feel less pressured on time and know i can get ...
Gym Woes
Lacking motivation to get to the gym? It happens. Struggling every week? Stop complaining and do something about it. Change your perspective. Focus on the attainable. Set goals to reach. Small milestones that keep you motivated each week or month. For example, if you have a weight goal to reach, break into chunks so that it is more feasible, ...
Pump up the Jam
Because it's summer and everyone can use some good beats to get us going. Whether it's for a good run, getting stoked to go out with your friends, or just because. Shake your hips to some of the latest trendy songs like "Lean on" and "This summer" or throw it back to classic pump up jams ...