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Training for a race? Here’s how much protein you need

Wellness

Nov 19, 2024

If you’re training for your next race or marathon, you need the right nutrition to fuel your body. In particular, protein should be a priority as you plan your daily diet needs. There’s a lot of information out there on...

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Exercise snacking: A bite-sized approach to fitness

Wellness

Sep 4, 2024

In the busyness of life, it can be difficult to find time for exercise. Between demanding work schedules, family obligations and a long list of other responsibilities, fitting in a workout can feel like a challenge. Often, it’s the first...

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Feel good fitness: Your guide to cycle syncing workouts

Wellness

May 7, 2024

Moving your body each day is an incredibly important part of your health and wellness. But have you noticed that on some days you feel full of energy and on others you can’t face heading to the gym? It may...

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The power of Pilates: Low-impact exercise for a healthier you

Wellness

Apr 9, 2024

Feeling in a rut with your current workouts? If you’ve been looking for something new to add to your exercise routine, specifically one that can help improve your strength, mobility and flexibility—Pilates may be the answer. As it is an...

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Is BMI accurate? Debunking the myths of one-size-fits-all fitness

Wellness

Mar 19, 2024

Body mass index, or BMI, has long been used as a metric for assessing wellness and fitness. But many experts are now seeing its limitations, arguing that this calculator is an inaccurate way to measure if someone is healthy or...

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6 tips to hit your movement goals during winter

Wellness

Jan 4, 2024

Many of us love to get outside in the warm summer months of the year. But it's natural to feel a bit hesitant about staying active during the winter—when it’s much colder outside and the days are shorter. Moving your...

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Reinvent your workouts: How adjusting your routine can take your fitness journey to new heights

Wellness

Dec 29, 2023

As the new year approaches, many people are thinking about their resolutions. For a lot of us, that means focusing on health and fitness. Whether you're a runner, a yogi, a weightlifter or someone who loves group exercise classes, it's...

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The habits that make us: 3 simple steps to build a consistent exercise routine

Wellness

Oct 30, 2023

Exercise isn’t just about lifting weights or running miles—it's discovering a path to a healthier, happier you. With every step, you push the boundaries of your comfort zone and unearth hidden strength that’s been inside you all along. In this...

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Find your fitness: Exercise is for everyone

Wellness

Sep 27, 2023

Getting into shape is a goal for many people but it can be difficult to know where to start, and trying a new workout class or gym can feel intimidating. The fitness industry often portrays a certain image of what...

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5 activities for building strong bones and a healthy body

Wellness

Jun 21, 2023

Bones are one of the most important parts of your body: they provide structure, support your muscles, and protect your brain and other vital organs. So, obviously, keeping your bones strong will boost your overall health. The worst thing you...

4 common injuries in female athletes and how to prevent them

Wellness

Jan 17, 2023

Staying active means staying healthy. It’s frustrating when pain or injury slows us down. Adding some simple strengthening exercises to your routine can prevent many common causes of knee and hip pain. Here’s what you need to know.Why injuries happen...

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Mindful movement: How to incorporate more joyful exercise in your life

Wellness

Nov 21, 2022

In the busyness of life, finding time to prioritize movement and self-care can be a challenge. And when we do find the time, hitting the gym or going for a run often feels like the last thing we want to...

How to start exercising: A beginner’s guide to working out

Wellness

Nov 8, 2022

We all know the benefits associated with regular physical activity—lower blood pressure, lower risk of chronic disease, better mood, to name a few—yet many of us struggle to find the motivation to fit exercise into our daily routine.For many, it’s...

Exercise guidelines for cancer patients and survivors

Wellness

Sep 5, 2022

It’s a well-known fact that regular exercise has several health benefits regardless of age, shape, size, ethnicity or co-morbidities. According to the US Health and Human Services, about $117 billion in annual healthcare costs and about 10% of premature mortality...

4 tips for running safely in the heat

Wellness

Jul 19, 2022

In Texas, we have to deal with the summer heat and all of the effects it has on our bodies. And athletes know the struggle oh so well. Running in the heat will decrease your VO2 max (maximum oxygen uptake),...

4 myths about lifting weights for women

Wellness

May 12, 2022

There are loads of misconceptions that make women wary about lifting weights.But whether you call it weight training, resistance training or strength training, the facts are the same: working out with weights can help you get leaner, stronger and maintain...

Exercise: The key to healthy aging in older adults

Wellness

Apr 29, 2022

Regular exercise benefits us all—and the older we get, the more important it is to keep moving. The good news: it’s never too late to start.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, regular exercise can help you maintain...

Marathon running tips to prep you for the big race

Wellness

Mar 7, 2022

Preparing for a marathon requires as much strategy and dedication as the race itself. It takes a special commitment to train, exercise, and mentally prepare for the 26.2-mile race.We’re here with some tips and information to get you geared up...

Beware the crunch: Ab exercise alternatives

Wellness

Nov 8, 2021

There have long been common misunderstandings with regard to training the abdominal region. The abdominal region consists of various muscles including the transverse abdominal, internal obliques, external obliques and the rectus abdominis.The common misunderstanding is that the only way to...

4 ways to prevent meniscus tears in your knees

Wellness

Sep 15, 2021

As a sports surgeon, meniscal injuries are one of the most common reasons people come to see me. The meniscus is a cartilage cushion layer that acts as an important shock absorber in the knee. This is crucial for the...