Fitness Posts Archive

Back Workouts: The Quickest Way to a Strong, Sculpted Back

by Mike Carlson, NSCA-CPT The muscles of the back are underrated when it comes to both function and appearance. The back muscles are equal or even greater in potential power output compared to the chest, yet many ...

Spin Class: A Checklist for Beginners + Benefits of Indoor Cycling

by Leah Zerbe, MS, NASM-CPT/CES Spin class is in a class of its own when it comes to cardio workouts. Crushing the pedals to the beat of the (usually really loud) music, infectious instructor energy and maybe ...

Does Your Shoulder Hurt? Thoracic Outlet Syndrome + 8 Exercises to Help Recovery

Between 7 percent to 47 percent of "working age" adults experience shoulder pain at least from time- to-time, especially those who work in office settings and have occupations requiring use of their arms in elevation ...

Aerial Yoga: Better Than Regular Yoga?

Yoga as a fitness modality has grown significantly in the west over the last 50 years. The benefits of yoga are known to those that practice regularly and to those that don’t. As an evergreen ...

Best Butt Workouts — Great Butts Are Made, Not Born

Who doesn't want a great booty? The answer is pretty much no one, but as you test out different butt workouts in your quest for the perfect butt, you may find yourself wondering, "Am I wasting ...

Knee Pain Relief — 6 Natural Treatments, Including Exercises

Next to back pain, knee pain is one of the most common complaints among both older adults and younger athletes. Knee injuries are one common cause of knee pain, but you don't have to fall, ...

Sacroiliitis and SI Joint Pain: Causes, Natural Treatments + Exercises

As we excitedly watched the 2018 Olympic games and were amazed by the progression of many of the winter sports like snowboarding, skiing, hockey and many others, I continue to be amazed at the ability ...

Yoga Nidra: Bliss Your Brain Out with This Ancient (Little-Known) Practice

by Leah Zerbe, MS, NASM-CPT/CES If you crave those last few minutes of your benefit-rich yoga class when you settle into savasana for stillness and relaxation, meet your new best friend: the little-known practice of yoga ...

Serratus Anterior: the Top Part of Your Six-Pack!

The serratus anterior? Huh? I know, I know, it sounds like a dinosaur or maybe one of the zombies from “The Walking Dead," but this small muscle is a forgotten powerhouse. A vital stabilizer for healthy shoulder ...

The Best Chest Workouts + Chest Exercises for Size & Strength

by Mike Carlson, NSCA-CPT There’s a reason Superman has an “S” on his chest. A large well-developed chest sends a message of supreme confidence and power. So, how do you increase your chest size? What exercises ...