5 Common Stretching Mistakes We Make
When you are motivated, it is easy to want to rush right into something. This is true in life as well as in exercising. But skipping the stretch before you work out can not only have you in pain later, but also seriously injure your muscles. Stretching your muscles before you get started also improves your performance and endurance while you work out. In order to get the most out of your workout, you should avoid these five common stretching mistakes. 1. Skipping stretches all together. Many consider a warm up
Communication is Key with Your Personal Trainer
If you are serious about getting started in an exercise program after years of inactivity, or if you are in pretty good shape but would like to take your exercise routine to a higher level, consider working with a personal trainer. The benefits of working with a personal trainer are numerous: Personalized workouts with feedback along the way Education and experience that ensures safe, injury-free workouts Help to stay motivated and keep you accountable to your fitness goals Encouragement to go farther, push harder than you would by yourself One-on-one attention that makes it easier
5 Myths About Gluten Free
While gluten-free diets may seem to be the craze right now, there are some myths out there that you will want to look into before deciding whether or not to go 'G Free' as they say. First, note that there is a great deal of research behind tomes such as 'Wheat Belly' and 'Grain Brain'. Both Doctors William Davis and David Perlmutter have done extensive research into just what grains do to both the brain and the body. However, they are not simply advocating that you start eating everything labeled 'gluten