What is a Muscle Imbalance? A muscle imbalance occurs when one muscle or group of muscles becomes stronger or more developed than its opposing muscle or muscle group. This can happen due to various reasons such as poor posture, repetitive movements, or favoring one side of the body over the other. Muscle imbalances can lead…
Are you guilty of neglecting your stretches during your fitness routine? Don’t overlook this essential aspect of exercise. Stretching plays a crucial role in keeping your muscles flexible, strong, and healthy, enabling you to maintain a full range of motion in your joints. Without proper stretching, muscles can become tight and inflexible, increasing the risk…
We all recognize the crucial role sleep plays in our journey towards our fitness goals. However, finding the right balance between our busy lives and getting a good night’s sleep can often be challenging. Nonetheless, incorporating effective sleep strategies can greatly enhance your overall well-being and fitness progress. Here are some tips to help you…
Unless youâve been living under a rock youâve probably heard of High-Intensity Interval Training, or have at least seen how popular itâs 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, itâs 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 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 corkscrewsâĤ 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…
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…
It’s that time of year again. Everyone is ready to eat healthier and get back into an exercise routine. Sadly, according to researchers at the University of Scranton, 36% of people break their resolutions by January’s end, with only 8% achieving their goals. Don’t encourage the same outcome for yourself! Change the statistic this year and…
