Travel more. It’s something we all aspire to do. And we know we’re not the only ones who get a glimpse of a white sand beach, snowy mountaintop or quaint foreign village and dream about all of the rest and relaxation that awaits. But, for a growing set of travelers, fitness-focused vacays and destinations have become a part of their travel destination checklist. Whether you’re looking to log a few miles under a canopy of lush rain forest trees, hike rugged trails in a state park or even surf … [Read more...] about Your Wellness Travel Adventure Awaits
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Northern Arizonans Keeping it Fresh
With the New Year upon us, resolutions abound. Topping the list each year is often a health, fitness or weight-loss related goal. For many, meeting this goal means signing up at a gym come January, the busiest month for fitness clubs. Gym memberships have been consistently growing over the past decade, reaching an overall number of more than 40 million in 2010, according to a recent IBISWorld report. With gym attendance at an all-time high, fitness professionals and their facilities must keep … [Read more...] about Northern Arizonans Keeping it Fresh
Getting Results
When we workout, we do it for a reason. There is always a purpose in mind, whether it’s fitting into a smaller clothing size, losing weight, adding inches to our biceps, or just increasing overall health and wellness. I’m willing to bet that for most of us, results are the only reason we work out; we wouldn’t do it if there weren’t some sort of benefit. The goals we set define what we want our results to look like. Goals and results may seem like the same thing; however, they are not, although … [Read more...] about Getting Results
Healthy and Achievable New Year’s Resolutions
What is the big deal with New Year’s Resolutions anyway? Every year, a whole bunch of people make up their minds – or trick themselves into believing they have made up their minds – to do something great for themselves. This is a particularly big event in the realm of fitness, and I have heard some pretty funny things out there. For example: “I have had it, this year I have resolved not to eat any more fruit. You know, fruit has way too much sugar and … [Read more...] about Healthy and Achievable New Year’s Resolutions
Staying on Top of Your Game: The Business of Fitness
Sure, reports on the economy remain dismal and you still have to worry about losing your job. But, at least you’re in good physical shape. Or, if not, you should be. In today’s economy, staying fit has implications that go beyond a trim waist and a naturally-induced positive outlook. Despite the economy, the business of staying fit offers everyone, no matter his job status, a way to ward off illness, stress, and depression, while maintaining a healthy attitude. Perhaps that explains … [Read more...] about Staying on Top of Your Game: The Business of Fitness
Fitness for New Moms
A Flagstaff business offers new mothers and soon-to-be moms an outlet to not only stretch their legs, but also build friendships and knowledge about parenting. Beth Sabol, owner of Stroller Strides, bought the franchise in June of 2008. It has been described as "group therapy fitness." "Being a mom - whether it's your first time or fifth - is overwhelming, scary and can be very lonely. Stroller Strides provides moms a place they can come every week or even every day and be around other moms … [Read more...] about Fitness for New Moms
