Anaerobic exercise — a higher intensity, higher power version of exercise — is different from aerobic exercise and although the term may not be one you’re familiar with, anaerobic exercise is a very common and effective workout. In fact, most workouts we do at The...

You probably have a vague sense that exercise is good for you—and you’ve probably heard that it’s “healthy for the heart.” But if you’re like most people, that’s not enough motivation to get you to break a sweat with any regularity. Time magazine reports that only 20%...

What is it? Body composition is as simple as it sounds - it refers to the percentage of tissues types making up one's body. The tissues included in this equation are muscle, fat, and water. This is slightly different than body mass index (BMI) because body composition...

Cardiorespiratory Fitness (CRF) refers to the ability of the body to supply oxygen to muscles during sustained activity. There are many benefits of cardiorespiratory fitness. It can reduce the risk of heart disease, lung cancer, type 2 diabetes, stroke, and other...

With the start of the New Year and over 50% of Americans choosing a fitness related resolution, most are more than likely dealing with some muscle soreness. This is normal, especially for those that have taken an extended amount of time away from an exercise routine....

We all need a little help with exercise sometimes, whether we’re just starting out or we’ve been at it for a long time. Still, there are people who shy away from personal training, unsure of what they’ll get out of the experience or whether it’s worth the money....