Adolescents and Activity
In today’s electronic filled world it’s difficult to get most kids away from the television, computer, video games, and cell phones. Yet, it is vitally important for youths to get enough physical activity each day. For some parents this seems like a daunting task and...
Getting Results
Exercise training can have huge impacts on body composition, muscle function, cardiorespiratory fitness and overall quality of life. A study in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research evaluated the effects of receiving exercise training from a certified...
Powerlifting
When most people hear powerlifting they think of hulk like men yelling and slamming weights around in the gym. While there are those who fit that description there are also those who go about their workout quietly reaping its benefits. Powerlifting is a workout...
Different Choices = Different Results
Cat has tried to lose weight before and not been successful. In fact, if you talk with her you will find that she is very open and honest when it comes to how many times she has tried and failed. So what makes this time any different? How is it possible that she lost...
Estimating Intensity
From the last post, we learned that at least 30-min/day (or 150-min/wk) moderate-to-vigorous physical activity is the minimum needed to promote general health benefits. For additional health benefits, engaging in physical activity beyond the Federal Guidelines is...
The Importance of Exercise Progression
Human beings are creatures of habit. Many of us can think of something we do at the same time every day in the exact same way. Routine is good, but when it comes to doing the same exercises with the same amount of intensity (weight, speed, etc.) for a chronic amount...
Meet Cody & Kristin – Team Body Blast
Starting Monday, March 23, Ridge Athletic Clubs will be hosting a new program, developed and run by two MSU students! Here is a word from students, Cody Hill and Kristin Laird, about the development and implementation of their program at Ridge Athletic Clubs! "We...
Get Moving and Stay Moving
It’s well known that regular physical activity can lead to many long-lasting health benefits. In fact, physical fitness is considered to be one of the most important markers to predict cardiovascular disease and mortality. What is physical fitness? Physical fitness...
Be Brave Enough to Start a Converstation That Matters
Everyone has a story. Some keep it to themselves & others decide to share it with the world. One of our newest members, Cat, falls into the latter category. With the ultimate goal of losing over 200 pounds, Cat’s story is an amazing and honest chronicle of the...