Change is in the Air

Article by Kristi Tuck, BS, ACSM
Posted on September 03, 2010
The summer has come to an end and the Labor Day weekend is upon us. This weekend marks the close to a summer filled (hopefully) with fun, food and… Read Full Article

Balanced Bodies

Article by Kristi Tuck, BS, ACSM
Posted on September 03, 2010
You may think that balance exercises are targeted for an older population who wishes to reduce the likelihood of injury from falls. However, balance training has been shown to… Read Full Article

The 5 Best Calorie Burning Exercises

Article by Kristi Tuck, BS, ACSM
Posted on August 27, 2010
We all want the “best bang for our buck” when it comes to exercising ~ especially if we are trying to lose weight. For many people that means ~… Read Full Article

Understanding Your Metabolism & Exercise

Article by Kristi Tuck, BS, ACSM
Posted on August 27, 2010
If you exercise for weight loss, you are probably already calculating you caloric intake (food) and output (exercise). However, knowing how many calories you burn during an exercise session… Read Full Article

Interval Training for Weight Loss

Article by Kristi Tuck, BS, ACSM
Posted on August 20, 2010
Many people want to know what the best exercise is for losing weight. Unfortunately, there is not ONE answer to this question. The simple truth is that if you… Read Full Article

Do it on the Deck!

Article by Kristi Tuck, BS, ACSM
Posted on August 20, 2010
Summer is here, vacations are in full bloom, and you find yourself not getting to the gym as often as you would like. While many people lose weight naturally… Read Full Article

Active Vacations on the Water!

Article by Kristi Tuck, BS, ACSM
Posted on August 13, 2010
Typically when people think of summer vacations, they think of rest, relaxation and slowing down to spend quality time with family and friends. Make your next family vacation an… Read Full Article

Beating the Heat!

Article by Kristi Tuck, BS, ACSM
Posted on August 13, 2010
It’s August, it’s HOT and you are struggling to get your exercise in because you are dripping with sweat just standing in your kitchen. Whether you are on the… Read Full Article

Engage Your Core - Avoid Potential Injuries

Article by Kristi Tuck, BS, ACSM
Posted on August 03, 2010
It is bathing suit season and many people want six-pack abs. Unfortunately, we all know that it is very difficult to get that kind of definition in our abdominal… Read Full Article

Rope Jumping for Ultimate Calorie Burn

Article by Kristi Tuck, BS, ACSM
Posted on August 03, 2010

Do you remember jumping rope as a kid? One of my favorite events in school was called “Jump rope for Heart” and it was an event that raised money… Read Full Article