According to recent data from the CDC, less than 22 percent of U.S. adults meet the average weekly recommendations for strength training. One major cause of this is the myth that strength training will make you “bulky or “too musclebound.” In this article, we’ll overcome that myth. You’ll also learn four reasons why every man… [Read More]

Exercising is a good thing. Volunteering is a good thing. Why not combine them? Service-minded physical activity is a very inspiring way to work out, and it makes the world a better place, too. Whether you already lead an active lifestyle, or whether you are searching for some inspiration to become more active, this article… [Read More]

Occasionally, I attend group exercise classes at different gyms or at different outdoor locations. It’s a fun way to meet new people, to add some variety to my workout regimen, and to learn some new drills or exercises to bring into one of my classes. (I teach high-intensity group exercise classes in my free time.)… [Read More]

Have you ever worked out in the morning and felt like you had less energy later in the day? Exercise is supposed to increase your energy, so you might be confused or turned-off to morning workouts if they leave you feeling worn-out later in the morning or in the afternoon. In prior articles, I’ve written… [Read More]

Have you ever wondered how to train for an obstacle course race (OCR)? Maybe you are planning on doing one of these events, and you’re not quite sure how to prepare or what to expect.  Or, maybe you have done of these events before, and you want to be more well-prepared for your next one…. [Read More]

Have you ever considered doing an obstacle course race (OCR)? These non-traditional fitness challenges have surged in popularity over the last five years or so, with many people looking for alternatives to events like triathlons, 5K’s, and marathons. Like more standard endurance races, OCR events vary in distance and difficulty as well. However, OCR events… [Read More]

While some people choose to be less active when they are away from home, exercising on the road can make a trip more enjoyable and memorable. It can also help you burn off extra calories being consumed on vacation or during a business trip! In this article, you’ll learn five fun ways to work out… [Read More]

Have you ever felt like you weren’t getting results even though you were working out? In my free time, I teach high-intensity group exercise classes for 50-100 people each week. Over the years, many people have asked me some version of the following question: “How come I’m not getting results, even though I’m working out?”… [Read More]

Have you ever become more sedentary or lost your motivation to exercise after suffering an injury? Maybe you were in a good rhythm with your workout routine, but an injury threw you off track. Or, maybe you were trying to establish a consistent routine for the first time, but you got injured and it prevented… [Read More]

The sound system once stopped working for ten minutes while I was teaching a high-intensity Sports Conditioning class. This is a group fitness instructor’s worst nightmare. As I frantically fiddled with the stereo, one woman in class looked at me and said, “This is really boring without music.” She is not the only person who… [Read More]