Research indicates that over 70% of seniors aged 60 and above don’t exercise at all. Yet the American Heart Association, as well as the American College of Sports Medicine, recommend that adults 65 years and older do a minimum of 150 minutes of physical activity each week. These should include resistance exercises at least twice… Read More »
Want to look your best at the beach this summer? Enjoy one of the advantages of resistance bands and get outside for your next workout. If you feel a magnetic attraction to the outdoors when you want to break a sweat, you’re not alone. A survey by RunRepeat found that 72 percent of gym goers… Read More »
Once the new year hits people scramble to get gym memberships and equipment to work off the holiday pounds. The reality is most need a lot more than that to reach their fitness goals. Did you know that only 9% of Americans complete their New Year’s resolutions? By the end of the first week, 23%… Read More »
Humans are meant to move but advancements in how we work have tied us to our desks and mobile devices. More and more, we associate productivity with taking action on a laptop or speaking in the boardroom while seated. In an office environment, we’ve divorced ourselves from physical work and free movement. Perhaps this is… Read More »
Resistance bands have an unassuming look compared to the die-cast metal of dumbbells and hefty exercise machines we’re used to seeing in gyms. It’s common for people to wonder if a thin latex band or rubber tube can offer a serious workout. Especially when its use is synonymous with yoga, Pilates, rehabilitation, workouts for beginners,… Read More »
So, you’ve decided resistance bands should be a part of your workout routine but are wondering where to start. As a beginner, a major factor to consider is if you want to go with flat or tube resistance bands. Flat Bands or Tubes? Bands with light resistance ratings suitable for novices are available in any… Read More »
We’ve got more ways to work out than ever. While it’s a great thing, it can also cause us to second guess if the methods we’re accustomed to using to break a sweat are really the best for us. Two of the latest alternatives to traditional free weights are resistance bands and cleverly engineered adjustable… Read More »
When it comes to leg exercises, there are plenty of possibilities that require no equipment. However, if you want to add intensity and reach the next level on your leg day, resistance bands are one of the best ways to get there. Weight training tends to target the major parts of the leg, such as… Read More »
Ever heard the term ‘tech neck?’ The smartphones, laptops, and tablets office workers use every day are putting repetitive strain on their necks. This adoption of technology is largely to blame for the aches and pains you might feel in your neck after a long day. You’ve no doubt noticed how much people tilt their… Read More »
It turns out the phrase “age is just a number” is true according to science. The evidence is stacking up that everyone has the power to slow down the aging process, and perhaps even reverse it to a degree. We humans tend to prefer quick fixes. That’s why the supplement and cosmetic industries rake in… Read More »