A question I get from women every week is how should I know when I should switch up my weights? This is a great question because knowing when to increase your dumbbells in your exercise routine is essential for continued progress, motivation, results and to avoid plateaus. I’ve shared many times about the benefits of strength […]
Have an extra starting salary to spare? Equinox has announced a new “full health optimization” membership that costs $3,000 per month, or a whopping $40,000 per year. Called Optimize by Equinox, the program is a collaboration between the luxury gym and a lab testing and insights company called Function Health. It combines Equinox’s gym membership, […]
When it comes to functional strength training, some of the best exercises are the ones that carry over directly into your real-life movements. (Think: squats, which help you stand up from sitting on the toilet, and push-ups, which help you press yourself up and out of bed.) Step-ups are another perfect example. Every time you […]
Picture this: It’s a beautiful Saturday morning and on your calendar is a workout you’ve been itching to knock out. But come your 7 a.m. wakeup call, you have a nagging headache that you just can’t kick. It begs the question: Is it safe to push through your workout as planned, even with a headache, […]
Sciatica Series: Total Gym Exercises for Long-Term Relief Part 3 of 3: Core Strength + Spinal Mobility Maria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PES Don’t let your spine get on your nerves! Take action with this 3-Part Sciatica Series that will have your body feeling long-term relief in no time! When it comes to sciatica relief, it’s […]