It’s that time of the year again—the time when you’re motivated to make a change and stick to it. However, that motivation can quickly wither away as the new year becomes, well, not so new anymore. Diet and fitness changes are among the most common New Year’s resolutions, and it comes as no surprise that…
We’ve all been there. One week you’re in the gym five times a week, you’re eating right, going to sleep at a decent time, and taking walks just to meditate. The following week, you’re tired, you don’t wanna, you just don’t feel like it – you’d rather watch movies, wear PJs and binge eat an…
Have you ever gotten to the gym and suddenly realized that you forget a hair tie? Or even worse, your sports bra or running shoes? You are not alone! Let’s talk about gym bag essentials and what you can pack now so you don’t forget later. Pro Tip: Keep essentials in your bag and change…
Are you NOT achieving your fitness goal? Are you having trouble finding results? There are so many variables that can keep you from reaching fitness success. Maybe it’s a lack of consistency, a poor diet, or perhaps something you’re doing after working out… Say what? That’s right! Just as important as it is to workout and…
Are you a workout junkie? Maybe in the gym more than five times a week or sometimes putting in two workouts a day? For this alone, we applaud you! It’s truly incredible that you take the time and put in the work, day in and day out, to reach your fitness goals. That being said,…
What keeps you up at night? It’s probably not the monsters in your closet. The amount of sleep needed varies from person to person. One person may be happy with four hours of sleep each night, while another person may easily sleep ten hours. No matter how long you sleep, quality sleep is essential for…
How will you be celebrating Memorial Day this year? As we celebrate, it’s important to remember what Memorial Day is truly about: remembering those who we have lost and those who have fought for our country. To all those individuals, inside and outside the Genesis gym walls, we thank you for your selfless service. You…
BMI stands for Body Mass Index Body Mass Index (BMI) is the calculation of body weight in relation to height. It’s used to indicate whether a person is underweight, overweight, obese, or at a healthy weight for his or her height. BMI isn’t as accurate as methods that directly measure body composition, like hydrostatic weighing…
Accomplishing fitness goals requires hard work and dedication, but one of the most crucial components of living a healthy lifestyle is attitude. Believing you can do something is the first step toward actually doing it. September 13th is National Positive Thinking Day, and although that date is a bit far away, it’s never too early to…
It’s almost that time… Summer is fast approaching and soon the kids will be out of school! Do you have a plan to keep your kids active and engaged this Summer? If not, don’t fret! At Genesis Health Clubs, we offer Mighty Camp, which helps maximize the fun in sports and self-development activities designed for…
Everything You Need To Know About Caloric Afterburn You are always burning calories during your workout, but with the “caloric afterburn effect,” your body continues to blast fat and calories long after you’ve left the gym. How does this work, and how can you get it? We’ve got the answers. The Science of the Afterburn Effect…
There are many direct and indirect benefits to massage therapy, and the different levels and types of bodywork can have different goals. Not only does massage therapy feel good, but it also accomplishes profound changes in the body’s soft tissue (muscles, fascia, tendons, etc.), leading to improved range of motion, injury rehabilitation, a more balanced…
