Unless you’ve been living under a rock you’ve probably heard of High-Intensity Interval Training, or have at least seen how popular it’s become or how it has taken the fitness industry by storm. When it comes to working out for weight loss, generally, people think of steady state cardio at the top of the pound-shredding…
Lose Weight and Stay Strong with Group Exercise! With all the daily group fitness classes offered at Genesis Health Clubs, it’s hard to know which one is right for you. Why choose group fitness at all, you ask? Let’s talk about the health benefits of group exercise and why it’s a great way to find…
Let’s face it! We all talk big when it comes to working out. Many of us assume that we know our stuff or claim to be experts when it comes to proper form. But honestly, are we? You might be making some workout mistakes unless you’ve studied, thoroughly researched, or worked in the fitness industry….
How Do I Burn a Pound of Fat? The Facts: To burn a pound of fat, you must burn 3,500 calories. In essence, an individual with more than 50lbs to lose must burn 500 calories per exercise 6x a week to lose one pound of fat. Maximize Your Fat Loss! With this fact taken into…
You might think that reaching for a snack after a workout is counter-productive, but you actually want to feed your body some calories to help replace the energy stored in your muscles. A protein snack also helps build and repair affected muscles by pushing them during your workout. Here are five great snacks to refuel…
Let’s face it. It’s hard to have a social life AND remain health-conscious when it comes to alcoholic beverages and mixed drinks. Keep in mind that indulgence is the key to leading a balanced life. Having a treat now and then can help you stick to your fitness goals, as you allow yourself some grace and…
How will you be celebrating the holiday this year? Along with all the celebration, laughter, and cheer, holidays bring ever-tempting sweet treats and giant portions, big gatherings, and even bigger temptations. If you are trying your best to enjoy a holiday AND remain healthy and authentic to your fitness goals, here are some tips…
It’s time to grab your corkscrews… Drink Wine Day is February 18th! Although this day comes once a year, we’re here to tell you that it’s okay to celebrate the day whenever, as there are many health benefits to drinking red wine (in moderation, of course!) Having alcohol in its contents, you wouldn’t expect the…
This Valentine’s Day, make sure to show yourself some love! And we don’t just mean with decadent chocolates and flowers… Although, yes! What we really mean is to show your heart some love. Keep your heart healthy and ticking for many more holidays to come! 5 Ways to Keep Your Heart Healthy This Valentine’s Day…
What’s the saying? Couples who workout together stay together? Paxton Noll, a certified Personal Trainer at our East Central Genesis gym in Wichita, and Gina Cole, Group Fitness Instructor, have demonstrated some dynamic duo workouts just in time for Valentine’s Day! These workouts can be done anywhere. So, before you head out with your Valentine…
Originally Written by Brooke Floerke, Registered Dietitian The Facts: 659,000 people die every year of heart disease in the U.S, according to the Center for Disease Control. That’s one in every four deaths! High blood pressure, high LDL cholesterol, and smoking are key risk factors for heart disease. About half of Americans (49%) have at least…
Most people would agree that with winter comes dining out and overeating. Why? Here are five reasons why we overeat during colder months. To name a few reasons, we’re cold, less active, and unmotivated. (If you’re having trouble with a lack of motivation, click here for ways to get motivation back.) Along with these reasons to…
