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5 ways to keep your New Year’s fitness goals

There’s just something special about the freshness of a new year. It’s exciting to declare a handful of new year’s resolutions and to make the decision to make positive changes and healthier choices in the new year. Having the vision of a new start, a…

How yoga can reduce stress

Now-a-days, we are constantly hearing about new and improved methods of exercise as a way to drop those pounds, keep you thin, and keep you stress-free and happy. But with all of the excess overload of options of miracle diets and workout routines, it can…

How to avoid holiday weight gain?

The holidays are finally here, and it’s our favorite time of year. And that means more family, friends, cheer, laughter, gifts, decorations, wine, and food. Ah, holiday food… It’s our best friend, and also sometimes our worst enemy. The family bringing multiple pies and goodies,…

How to stay fit while pregnant

Many women worry immensely about what is going to happen to their bodies when they become pregnant. It is natural, and entirely okay for these thoughts to cross your mind. But you should rest assured and know that even though there will of course be…

8 exercises to tone your legs

Toned legs make for quite a desired physique, and can really make a big difference in how you see yourself in the mirror, as well as to how your body feels, even in simply walking up a long flight of stairs. Our legs make up…

How to increase your endurance?

Regardless of your preferred workout routine, there are many situations that call for us to try and increase our endurance levels. Whether we are switching things up, intensifying our current workout routine, training to reach a particular goal, or trying something completely new, there are…

The benefits of group workout classes 

Getting in the habit of working out can be difficult. We find ourselves making excuses as to why we can’t make it to the gym, or somehow justifying not working out that day. The pattern just continues. Many people find themselves signing up and purchasing…

Are You Making These Workout Mistakes?

Making the decision to join a gym and take ahold of your health by the reins is one that your body - and mind - will undoubtedly thank you for. There are many different ways to stay healthy these days, from running to yoga, group…

5 Health Myths You Should Forget About

Let’s face it - it seems a new fad diet or way to be “healthy” pops up every few weeks. For years, people of all ages and sizes have struggled to understand the right way to achieve a healthy lifestyle. The majority of our population…

How to enjoy working out in the morning

We all know it and we all acknowledge it; morning workouts are the best. But, how do we get up and actually do it when it is so much easier to hit snooze and sleep that extra hour or two? Now, what if we tell…

5 Steps to Becoming a Runner

Finding that perfect balance between a cardio workout and being fit is a delicate one. Knowing when not to overdo it or when to keep going can be hard to figure out on your own. The fitness experts at Fitness Nation have worked hard to…

Why Stretching is Important Before You Workout

Stretching is important to prevent injury and keep your muscles in good shape. Improving flexibility in your muscles by stretching will increase your overall workout stamina. Also, when you stretch before working out you are helping your joints out too. A good piece of clarification…