photo by Rui Dias on Pexels September is National Yoga Month! Started in 2008 by the Department of Health & Human Services, the purpose of this month is to educate people about the health benefits of yoga and to inspire a healthy lifestyle. Many people practice yoga to relieve stress, improve flexibility and strength and […]
Metabolism 101
Metabolism refers to all the chemical processes in your body. The faster your metabolism, the more calories your body needs. Metabolism is the reason some people can eat a lot without gaining weight, while others seem to need less to accumulate fat. The speed of your metabolism is commonly known as metabolic rate. There are […]
FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT SPOTLIGHT: SQUATS
Functional movement exercises help make day-to-day tasks easier like bending and lifting. This tip focuses on how squats improve functional movement. Squats are an excellent form of functional movement because they help build strength in your lower body, primarily the quadriceps and glutes, but also the hamstrings, calves, abdominal muscles, and spinal erectors. Everyone will […]