The Post Workout Routine

You may see a lot of runners and bodybuilders getting into their pre-workout “warm-up” phase, diligently stretching, running in place, or otherwise preparing for hard physical activity, but many fitness experts say it’s more important to focus on what happens after your cardio training or other intensive sessions.Preparation is great, but the effects that hard training has on the body don't disappear when that activity is over; in fact, in some ways, they've just begun. That's why it pays to transition well from a power workout to help minimize any stress on the body that results as part...Read More

Getting From a “Power” to a Mind/Body Workout

Making the Switch: It’s official: fitness enthusiasts are looking beyond a simple workout routine to an overall wellness experience.  As many who flock to gyms and fitness centers realize that their routines may not be helping them to cope with stress and other life factors, gym instructors are recommending a Mind/Body balance in a routine to provide a holistic wellness result.But while it may sound ridiculous to say that switching from a normal workout to a Mind/Body routine is like switching from coffee to tea, lots of trainers are reporting difficulties in getting their clients into a Mind/Body...Read More