Optimizing Muscle Recovery After Workouts

by Melissa Chichester

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Optimizing Muscle Recovery After Workouts

by Melissa Chichester

After an intense workout, your muscles aren't just fatigued. They're in the process of rebuilding and growing stronger.  Recovery is crucial for anyone serious about fitness, as during this time, the body repairs microtears in the muscles, replenishes energy and adapts to the stress of exercise. Focusing on muscle recovery can enhance your performance and help you achieve your fitness goals.
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Fall Fitness: Transitioning to Indoor Workouts with Extra Support for Joints and Muscles

by Melissa Chichester

As the vibrant colors of fall begin to emerge and temperatures drop, it’s common to shift your exercise routines indoors.  Whether you're swapping outdoor runs for treadmill sessions or moving your yoga practice inside, this seasonal transition offers a perfect opportunity to focus on the health of your joints and muscles.

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Spring into Exercise: 5 Fun Fitness Activities to Enjoy Outdoors 

by Natalie Meriwether, BSN

As the weather warms up and nature comes alive, it's the perfect time to step outside and move your body while enjoying the beauty of spring. Engaging in outdoor activities not only allows you to soak up the sunshine but also offers numerous physical, mental, and social benefits. In this blog, we'll explore fun fitness activities to enjoy outdoors that can help you get your daily movement in and spring into exercise. 

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April is Move More Month Featuring National Walking Day

by Laura Purcell

Did you know Move More Month is celebrated annually starting on April 1?  The goal of this yearly event is in the name itself – to get up and move! You don’t have to start marathon training or pumping iron to reap the benefits of physical activity. Read on to discover how you can incorporate more movement into your daily routine and make the most of Move More Month. The Importance o
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A Beginner's Guide to Getting Started and Finding the Perfect Workout

by Melissa Chichester

Want to get active but don’t know where to start? This is a common challenge for many people.  The benefits of exercise are numerous, yet many people find getting started with exercise to be daunting.  If that sounds like you, consider this. Regular physical activity offers a multitude of benefits for both body and mind, including:&nb
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Fall Fitness: Outdoor Exercises for Seniors

by Laura Purcell

As the vibrant colors of autumn surround us and the weather isn’t too cold yet, there's no better time for seniors to embrace the great outdoors and engage in physical activity. Fall’s refreshing change in weather provides the perfect opportunity to try your hand at some new ways to embrace the joy of movement.  Read on to explore the advantages of outdoor workouts for seniors and discuss various exercises that can be enjoyed during this beautiful season.
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5 Healthful Benefits of Gardening

by Melissa Chichester

Summer is here and with better weather, it is a lot easier to head outside and get exercise. You don’t have to train for a marathon to gain the benefits of outdoor activities. One way to support your health and wellness is by partaking in a low-impact activity, like gardening, which has benefits for people of all ages. Nutritious food One of the best ways t
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8 Lifestyle Choices to Support Comfortable Joints

by Melissa Chichester

With age comes wisdom, and sometimes that means the wisdom to admit joints may not feel as lubricated as they used to be. While joint health supplements may play a role in the maintenance of healthy joints, there are other lifestyle actions and choices that can help support your joints and maintain optimal flexibility. Pay attention to pain Does something feel uncomfortable, and is it lingering? It might be time to take that pain to the doctor and see what is really going on
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The Perks of Enlisting an Accountability Buddy

by Melissa Chichester

Does it ever feel like you are alone on your journey to live a healthy and active life? It’s easy to let the actions of others influence our habits, especially during the holiday season and other celebratory events. Whether it is a family member who would rather watch TV than go for an invigorating walk or a co-worker who brings in tempting baked goods daily, keeping tabs on your health isn’t easy. But it is worth it! Finding an accountability buddy, someone who supports your journe
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Yoga, Massage, and Meditation: Three Options for Self-Care

by Melissa Chichester

Making beneficial changes to your lifestyle doesn't have to be drastic. Even small changes can make a big difference in how you feel, no matter what your health goals are.
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5 Safety Tips for Winter Running

by Melissa Chichester

When winter arrives, running poses more challenges as temperatures dip below 20 degrees and instead creep closer to the single digits.
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How To Start Running And How To Stick With It

by Melissa Chichester

A couple of questions I get asked all the time are: “How did you get into running?”, and “How can you run so far?” While I wish there was some incredibly inspiring story behind it, the truth is that it was a completely random decision. I simply declared to my husband that on August 1st, 2013, I was going to start running. It wasn’t an entirely foreign activity to me, but I definitely started from zero and worked my way up, all the way to 13.1 miles- a half marathon! As promised, I s
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Make Family Fit Time Family FUN Time

by The Puritan's Pride Editorial Team

If hurrying through your day is a normal occurrence, if your family’s schedule is overbooked month after month, and if you can’t remember the last time you enjoyed quality family time, read on.
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7 Ways to Approach Fitness Mindfully

by The Puritan's Pride Editorial Team

Mindfulness is the practice of addressing negative thought patterns and limiting beliefs that often clutter our minds.
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5 Hiking Essentials

by The Puritan's Pride Editorial Team

With sweeping summit views, serene lakes, or sublimely peaceful forest paths, hiking is one of the most rewarding outdoor activities.