The Training Blog
Staying Active at the Beach this Summer
You don’t have to tell me twice! When the weather creeps into the 80s this time of year, there is only one place you will find me: soaking in the sun at Wrightsville Beach. Gyms and Pilates studios are always excellent year-round, but what about when the weather is too nice outside to not take […]
Strength Training for Bone Health
For those of you that are new to strength training, you may not be aware that your muscles aren’t the only things to reap the benefits of this type of training. Studies show that regularly lifting weights can help you build strong bones, which can protect against osteoporosis-related fractures in the future. Over an extended […]
Should I Switch to a Plant-Based Diet?
It’s hard to open a magazine, click on a food blog or even turn on the TV these days and not hear something pertaining to the importance of a plant-based diet. To be clear, a plant-based diet focuses on eating minimally processed fruit, vegetables, whole grains and legumes. If you’re a meat lover, don’t freak […]
4 Ways to Keep Your Colon Healthy
Of all the health-related topics we address in the fitness industry, colorectal health is one of the most uncomfortable issues to address. Until the tragic and untimely passing of actor Chadwick Boseman due to colon cancer, many of us had never even given this type of cancer a second thought. Isn’t this a type of […]
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Adding Medjool Dates to Your Diet
It’s no secret that the super healthy Mediterranean diet seems to reign supreme, packed full of nutrient-dense foods like fruit, nuts, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, fish and olive oil. One of the sweeter components of a Mediterranean diet is the Medjool date. No, we’re not talking about the weird little mystery fruit morsels you would […]
If you pay attention to trends in the fitness world, you’ve probably noticed one that has really taken off over the past few years: foam rolling. Athletes, personal trainers and fitness influencers have been raving about the foam roller, but before you consider buying one for yourself, how does it work? First of all, a […]
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The Importance of Daily Stretching
We’ve spent a lot of time talking about strength training, endurance and proper nutrition to keep your body in peak performance mode, but one of the most often overlooked aspects of fitness is stretching. Regular stretching can help increase your range of motion in your joints, improve blood circulation, improve posture and relieve muscle tension. […]
If you’ve been tossing around the idea of starting a garden this spring to promote healthier eating habits, there’s one vegetable you really need to consider growing: the mighty bell pepper. Easy to grow (even in a container if you live in an apt), bell peppers have a lot going for them nutritionally. They are […]
Can You Get Fit Just From Walking?
This time last year, while in the midst of COVID lockdown, many of us sought new and creative ways to stay fit. Whether working out from a home gym or just by simply taking the daily “coronavirus walk,” the one goal was to just keep moving ahead. And as steps started to add up each […]
Healthy Beachside Snacks You Actually Want to Eat
It may only be spring, but with the temps reaching the mid-80s lately, it’s a no surprise that most Wilmingtonians are already hitting up the beach. Whether you’re on a boat headed to Masonboro with a group of friends, or spending a leisurely afternoon with your kids in Carolina Beach, make sure your cooler is […]
Just Do It: Why Athletes Should Get Massages
If you’ve ever had a really great massage, you will probably agree that there is nothing more enjoyable than a head-to-toe muscle relaxing, de-stressing session. While some of us think of a massage as a luxury, or part of self-care “if I have the time…” or “if I have the extra money…” then it’s time […]
When you’re planning to buy a home for the first time, what is one of the first steps you take? Isn’t it fair to say you start putting money aside for a down payment, before you even get approved for a mortgage? Of course! You are ultimately investing in your dream: owning a home and […]
When I was growing up, my sugar intake was constantly being monitored by my parents. “You can only have one piece of Halloween candy after dinner! No sugar for you today–you’re already too hyper and I don’t want you to get cavities.” Fast-forward 20 years and here we are; sugar is still just as bad, […]
Several years ago, specialty shops and health food stores started cranking out the most beautiful, Instagramable fruit and granola-filled concoctions. Enter: the acai bowl. Acai bowls are generally comprised of pulped (and flash-frozen) acai berries that have been blended with other berries, banana and coconut water. Then they are topped with a variety of fruit […]
Everybody Jump! Building Muscle with Plyometrics
When we were kids, jumping was a normal part of life. We were jumping rope, jumping on a trampoline or doing jumping jacks in gym class. We were doing plyometrics without even knowing it! Plyometrics, which is basically jump training, is a powerful aerobic exercise that helps increase your speed, endurance, and strength. A plyometric […]
One of the most commonly asked questions from our clients is, “Why am I not losing weight if I’m doing everything right?” For some people, losing weight is just effortless. It’s annoying, but a few tweaks to the diet and a regular jog on the treadmill can be enough to significantly tip the scale for […]
