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Riddle Meltaway Challenge
As a company striving to begin a proactive approach in health and maintenance, the Riddle Fitness Center recently offered the Melt Away Challenge. This was a 10 week challenge that provided an opportunity to participate as an individual, or as … Continue reading
Serious About Exercise? Get a Heart Monitor
Harvard Heart Letter, Volume 24, December 2013 Serious about exercise? Get a heart monitor. Maximize your workout by keeping your heart rate “in the zone.” Most people with heart disease need encouragement to get just the mimimum amount of exercise … Continue reading
Risks and Rewards of CrossFit
By Michael Esco, PhD, HFS, CSCS*D WebMD Expert Review Preparing the body “not only for the known, but also the unknown” is the mantra for CrossFit, one of the fastest growing strength and conditioning programs today. It is not a … Continue reading
The Truth About Stretching
Does it help or hurt? Should you do it before or after a workout? Experts sort through the many mixed messages. By Sonya Collins WebMD Feature Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD The benefits of a regular exercise … Continue reading
10 Ways to Start Exercising
By Cleveland Clinic Wellness Editors Published 7/13/2011 Walking, strength training, running, swimming, biking, yoga, tai chi — the possibilities for exercise are endless. The good news is that it doesn’t matter which one you choose — it just matters … Continue reading
Kettlebell Workouts: 3 Things to Know
By Lynne Anderson WebMD Feature Kettlebell workouts are a way to build muscle strength and endurance. What makes a kettlebell workout different from other weights workouts? For starters, you work with only one kettlebell at a time. Hoisting the heavy … Continue reading
5 Calorie-Burning Treadmill Workouts
By Annabelle Robertson WebMD Feature Short on time? These fast, power-packed routines are for you. You’ve probably used one at the gym and may even have one sitting in your spare bedroom. The treadmill is the top-selling piece of fitness … Continue reading
Maximize Your Lunchtime Walk
Lunchtime can be a great time to get in a walking workout. Here are tips to make the most of 30 minutes of walking. In 30 minutes you can cover between 1.5 to 2 miles or two to four kilometers. … Continue reading
Getting Fit Without Getting Hurt
Commence an exercise program gradually to avoid overuse injuries Allen Passerallo, ATC, Athletic Trainer, Cleveland Clinic Sports Health With the weather warming, the urge to exercise outdoors becomes more enticing. Embracing this motivation to get more physical activity is encouraged; … Continue reading
Bike Path & Trail Etiquette 101
Now that Spring is finally here, it’s time to get outdoors and exercise! The great thing about this area is that there is a great selection of trails and paths to get out and walk, bike, run and enjoy. Personally, … Continue reading