Cardiovascular health might not be on the top of everyone’s priority list although it should be, as heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, according to the CDC. February is American Heart Month, and no, not just because Valentine’s Day falls right in the middle.
When you think of utilizing personal training in Kansas City, what do you think of? Do you imagine an extremely buff guy in a tank top yelling at you to push harder and do better? Or do you see yourself being pressured to do workouts that you are not totally comfortable with?
When working out, there can be many roadblocks that pop up and prevent you from reaching your goals. It might be a lack of consistency, or cheating on your diet or maybe another culprit is responsible. But if so, what could it be?
We are all familiar with the phrase: ‘new year, new me’ and the idea of setting a new year’s resolution. After all, the changing of the date on the calendar is the perfect time to start again or create a new goal.
While it is sometimes dubbed the ‘winter blues’, seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is something that is very real and impacts millions of Americans each and every year. SAD is what occurs when the days become shorter and the air becomes colder.
October is National Healthy Lung Month, and while our lungs are such a vital organ, it is often overlooked and can sometimes take a backburner. When looking at COVID statistics and the effect it has had on pulmonary health, it is now more important.
If you’re struggling to reach your fitness goals, you know how frustrating and discouraging it can be. Maybe the scale hasn’t moved in a while, or your pants are still fitting the same, or maybe you’re just unhappy with your form or bored with your routine.
If your exercise routine is getting a little stale, it may be time to consider a change in your routine. Don’t worry, this sort of thing happens to everyone! However, you don’t want to run out of steam and end up losing track of your goals.
August can signify quite a few things, including the end of summer and for many, the beginning of the new school year. However, it is also National Wellness Month, meaning that it is the perfect time to take a closer look at how we can take care of ourselves.
Looking for a healthy snack with purpose? We have made the perfect snack box for you. We talked with Woodside Personal Trainer, Elizabeth Johnson, to learn about some of their favorite snacks that keep them fueled and feeling good throughout the day.