Newcomer in a gym full of machines? No problem! Discover why using resistance machines is so helpful, while learning exercises for the total body. You’ll feel ready to hit the weights in no time. N…
How to Lose Weight on Vacation
The following post was originally featured on Love, Sweat, and Fitness and written by Katie Dunlop, who is part of POPSUGAR Select Fitness. Is it possible to lose weight on vacation? I’m all …
Walking for Fitness
Walking is a great way to increase your fitness level. Learn how to boost the intensity of your walks so you get the full benefits of this whole-body exercise. Move more. This mantra of so many phy…
Gymtimidated?
Ever felt your lack of confidence, negative self-talk, or fitness level has held you back from working out? Find out how to overcome these fears and get closer to your fitness ambitions—and healthi…
7 Reasons to (Finally) Make Time for Morning Exercise
“An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.”―Henry David Thoreau Yes, really. Your mornings are probably cray—involving a lot of drinkable food, dry shampoo, and outfit changes. (This O…
Get Down and Dirty
Lacking the motivation to sign up for a run? A themed run combines fun and exercise. A colour run or a chocolate run will have you sprinting for the finish line. For many, running is no longer a so…
Awakening the Olympian Within
Watching the Olympics stirs our patriotism and maybe even a desire to get off the couch. We may not all be Olympians, but we can embrace our own inner athlete. On a February afternoon in 1964, I wa…
The Benefits of Green Exercise
Learn about the many benefits associated with outdoor activity and try our warm-up exercises—all guaranteed to have a positive impact on your overall well-being. They’ll leave you feeling more aliv…
Resistance for Your Health
Resistance exercise may be the key to keeping our brains healthy and fully functioning as we age. Learn how to exercise to improve brain acuity. As a fitness instructor I am often asked by my stude…
Partner Yoga
Yoga doesn’t have to be a solo activity. Get together with a friend or family member for a fun partner yoga workout. While one doesn’t usually think of yoga as a team sport, partner yog…