You just completed three sets of burpee box jumps. Your right Achilles is pounding. The preferred exercise program of many men, CrossFit, includes strenuous workouts that can lead to foot injuries. Running and jumping add extra stress to the foot and some men will try to push through their pain to finish the workout. Common … Continue reading Steps to Avert CrossFit Foot Injuries
Your friends are starting a fifteen-mile bike outing three times a week. You want to participate, but you’re not positive about how to manage your diabetes during exercise. Exercise benefits for diabetics include improved muscle strength, decreased sleep apnea, lower blood pressure, and cardiovascular fitness. Set up a time to meet with your doctor to … Continue reading Diabetes and Exercise: Why You Need a Plan
CrossFit is known for their intense challenging workouts. Below are 3 of the best all around workouts for a great full body cardio and strength workout. You’ll do burpees, lunges, and run a ton. 1. Bert This intense workout is named after the U.S. Marine Cpl. Albert Gettings. This workout is popular and performed quarterly … Continue reading 3 Best Crossfit Workouts of the Day
In 2015, over 88 million adults in the U.S. were prediabetic according to the American Diabetes Association. That is over 25% of the U.S. population. Without the proper help and prevention, those 88 million will eventually become diabetic. The best way to prevent this is by lowering blood glucose levels through lifestyle changes of exercise … Continue reading How to Prevent Diabetes with Exercise and Nutrition
We all need exercise, but the idea of going to the gym or running around the block isn’t appealing to everyone. In fact, some people really, really don’t like to work out. For those who aren’t motivated to join a spin class or turn the man cave into a weight room, here are some ways … Continue reading 6 Ways to Exercise When You Hate To Work Out
COVID-19 has changed a lot of things, including workout routines. Most gyms and fitness centers were ordered to close in an effort to contain the virus. Whether you plan to return to the gym when they reopen or not, there are still ways to stay active during this unusual time in our lives. To stay … Continue reading 4 Tips to Say Active During COVID
Although both aerobic and anaerobic exercise are good for your body, they provide different benefits. Aerobic exercise These endurance-enhancing exercises increase your heart rate and breathing over longer durations. Think short bursts of intense activity, such as cycling, dancing, swimming, running or walking briskly. Exercises that require you to use your muscles in a rhythmic … Continue reading Aerobic vs. Anaerobic Exercise
Ready to flip tires, do your first pull-up, and climb a rope? If you’ve seen pictures of your friends on social media at a CrossFit gym dripping in sweat with a kettlebell in their hand, you might be wondering what the hype is all about. To help, we’ve created a list of frequently asked questions … Continue reading FAQs Every Newbie Wants to Know About CrossFit
Are you thinking about a new workout? CrossFit is a popular, high-intensity workout that has become quite popular. For those who want to give CrossFit a try, there are a few things you should know. The workout space is called The Box Unlike fancy amenity-filled gyms, CrossFit gyms are more rustic. There aren’t any frills. … Continue reading New To CrossFit? 5 Things You Should Know
There are new indications that people who don’t exercise regularly may be at risk of cardiovascular events if they participate in intense exercise. The findings, which were published by the American Heart Association, recommend that Americans with sedentary lifestyles gradually build up to more intense exercise regimens. The risks of intense exercise Although no one … Continue reading Intense Exercise is Risky for Some
