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The Benefits of Stretching

The Benefits of Stretching

07 August 14   |   Fitness   |  

Written by Jeff Spaeth, Personal Trainer, Licensed Massage Therapist, MA71453. There are many benefits of stretching including improved flexibility and better range of motion in your joints. Furthermore, having more flexibility can improve your performance in physical activities. It may also decrease your risk of injuries by helping your joints move through their full range . . .

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Hydration- Are You Drinking Enough Water?

Hydration- Are You Drinking Enough Water?

01 August 14   |   Fitness   |  

Written by Jeff Spaeth, Personal Trainer, Licensed Massage Therapist, MA71453. hydration [hi-dra´shun] – the absorption of or combination with water. You have probably heard that more than 50 percent of the human body is made of water. What is even more amazing is that our brain and heart is 73 percent water and our lungs are 83 . . .

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A Beginner’s Guide to Running – Workout Wednesday

A Beginner’s Guide to Running – Workout We...

30 July 14   |   Fitness   |  

Written by Barbara Whatley, Spa & Fitness Director. Running can offer many benefits to the body, mentally and physically. Running can be very relaxing and is a great way to decrease stress levels. Running also helps increase a person’s well being. It helps with a better night’s sleep and can help prevent many diseases such as . . .

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5 Squatting Secrets

5 Squatting Secrets

24 April 14   |   Fitness   |  

Written by Barbara Whatley, Spa & Fitness Director. Men: “I don’t work out my legs because all I care about is my abs, back and arms.”–WRONG! Women: “I only do cardio because if I do anything other than run, walk or get on the elliptical, I will just get bulky.” –WRONG! Leg engaging exercises, such as . . .

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