Posts by Jersey Strong
5 Leg Press Variations to Carve Strong, Defined Legs
The leg press is a staple workout machine at gyms, but often gets a bad rep because it isn’t as complex as the squat. But if you’re looking for sheer size, the leg press may be in a class by itself since there are so many different ways to safely increase the growth-producing intensity. Read…
Read MoreAvoiding Exercise Injuries: What To Do Post-Workout
No pain, no gain, right? Well, not quite. Ever leave the gym after a great workout, only to wake up the next morning with aches and pains but not knowing why? “Cooling down” after a workout is more than just relaxing — there’s a lot you can do to feel better after you workout. From the…
Read MoreCan Yoga Help You Lose Weight?
When you think weight loss, yoga probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But talk to anyone who’s tried yoga and they’ll tell you what they weren’t expecting: even beginner flows can be surprisingly intense.
Read MoreFive Pieces of Under-Utilized Workout Equipment And Why You Need to Use Them
You may be guilty. Every gym has it; equipment you see day-in, day-out, but you walk right by, because you’re not completely sure of how to use it, why you should use it, or a dangerous mixture of the two. Well, fear not! We’re here to provide you with equipment you need to utilize to…
Read MoreThe Best Stretches Before Running a Marathon
Running put stress on muscles and joints, but keeping your muscles lengthened and flexible with runner specific stretches will help them better support joints for full range of motion, and reduce the risk of injury. The best way to compliment your running is to stretch before and after to warm up muscles before exercise, as…
Read More4 Core Exercises That Will Give Your Golf Swing More Power
Build strong abs at the gym with the best core exercise to improve your golf game. When you have a goal in mind, hitting the gym is much less stressful as you are motivated to make the most of your time. A strong core can help alleviate back pain, improve posture, but also improve several…
Read MoreFree Pass | What to Try During Your Trial
Have your Free Pass in-hand? Great. Excited? You certainly should be, because there are a myriad of things you can do with that pass! Here are a few of the reasons you should try us out and get the most value from your trial experience.
Read MoreFitness Progress Tracking: Are You Tracking the Right Things?
We are all in a constant state of improvement. Be it, losing weight, gaining muscle, or improving our cardiovascular health and well-being. We may feel and assume that we’ve made progress, simply from the time spent in the gym. But how do we really know?
Read MoreHow Do I Know If It’s Time to See A Personal Trainer
Don’t overlook the importance of guided workouts with a personal trainer just because you can exercises online with the click of a button. Sometimes recruiting the help of a personal trainer goes beyond just wanting the extra guidance and support, and truly needing the expertise to help you reach your goals in the safest way…
Read MoreThe Best Studio Classes to Take Advantage of This Spring
It’s no secret that the best way to see results is to have a balanced, energized, and varied gym routine. Taking advantage of the studio classes that your health club offers is an excellent way to stay motivated, learn new exercises, and feed off the energy of others.
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