According to phitamerica.org, “The PHIT (Personal Health Investment Today) Act is legislation pending in Congress which will allow Americans to use Pre-Tax Medical Accounts to pay for physical activity expenses. The PHIT Act will provide an incentive for adults and their children to get fit which will help prevent healthcare costs related to preventable chronic […]
Post-workout pain can creep up on you when trying a new exercise or pushing yourself a little too hard. While these effects can linger for 2 to 3 days, there are ways to help prevent body aches. Here are 7 ways to avoid muscle soreness. Stretch – Lengthening tight muscles helps mobility and thorough […]
Switch up your daily meal routine with these six tasty lunch ideas. Chili-Spiced Salmon Salad Canned salmon, avocado, grapefruit sections, onions, beets, and pistachios over a bed of Bibb lettuce. 283 calories Berry Goat-Cheese Salad Toss a chicken breast with strawberries, blueberries, pecans, tomatoes, goat cheese crumbles and spinach. Frozen berries will work too! […]
Enroll in Next Steps™ this August for just $75 Reach your fitness potential this August when you enroll in a Next Steps™ fitness program. At Parrish Health & Fitness Center, we have 10 specialized programs to support your health and fitness goals. For 8-weeks, you’ll receive a customized fitness experience supervised by our degreed and […]
You have goals you want to reach and keeping yourself motivated is important. Try these tips to motivate yourself to hit the gym. Make a motivating playlist Whether it’s the latest songs by your favorite music artist or catching up on your favorite tv show, make a playlist that will improve your mood and […]
Feel the burn with these five exercises that burn more calories than running: Agility ladder You’ll burn a ton of calories with the short bursts of speed, balance, and coordination it takes to finish a full agility ladder circuit. Kettleball swing This exercise works the muscles around your glutes and quads and gets your […]
High-Fiber Foods to Keep You Full Try these high-fiber foods that are a healthy option to stay full and energized each day. Hummus – Store-bought hummus has about 2.7 grams of fiber in a three-tablespoon serving. Dip your favorite veggies in hummus for a filling snack. Oatmeal – Oatmeal contains soluble fiber, which contributes to […]
Exercise is an important part of leading a healthy life. However, rest days are equally important. Not only do you need time to recover from workouts, but rest helps builds muscle. According to Elaine Choung-Hee Lee, Ph.D., associate director of the Human Performance Laboratory at the University of Connecticut, “working out causes microscopic tears […]
It’s the middle of the year and a good time to re-evaluate your fitness goals. Tracking your progress for the year is important to ensure that you haven’t hit a plateau in your fitness plan. Here are a few benefits to tracking your fitness progress: Keeps you committed to your fitness plan Let’s you know […]
Staying active in your senior years is an important part in preventing the risk for certain diseases or managing a pre-existing condition. Wednesday, May 30 is the 25th annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day®. The common goal for this day is to help keep older Americans healthy and fit. Here are three fitness tips […]
