Recreation & Fitness

Calisthenics, like pull-ups and pushups, are commonly avoided because they can be extremely painful. Because strength training exercises are typically anaerobic, with few exceptions, the body produces a high amount of lactic acid, thus causing a burning sensation in the muscles. Coupled with physical and mental exhaustion, an abundance of lactic acid can persuade even the hardest of athletes to give it a rest. Remember that your body will prevail, as long as you maintain your mental strength.

Read more: Do Push Ups to Build Muscle Mass and Boost Metabolism

It has been said in the past that the average person gains seven to 10 pounds over the holidays.  Now that Santa has been gone for a month, have you checked the scale lately?  Well, luckily that is a myth, but there is good news and bad news.

The good news is that the most recent research suggests that the average person only gains one to two pounds over the holidays.  And most of you probably fall into this category, right?  Your pants are still fitting…but just a little snug...but they still fit?

Read more: No Wonder You Hate Santa Claus!

Well it’s that time of year again for athletes to hit the track hard and compete. Track shoes will be significantly better than regular running shoes based on what events you compete in.  There are shoes made for each event.  Below we discuss the advantages of having track shoes versus regular running shoes.

Spike Type Differences

Read more: The Benefits of Track Spikes

“Oh my gosh…that was so much fun!  I run every day and I never swear so much…and I didn’t even feel like I was working out!” said one of my new members after taking her first dance fitness class.  That is exactly what I want to hear from the ladies trying any one of our amazing classes.  I love seeing their excitement venturing into a new class and then seeing their smiling, sweaty faces as they leave the studio.

Read more: Fall in Love with Your Workout