Category: Fitness
Mental Health Benefits of Getting Outside
A simple walk or hike has more than just physical benefits.
Why All Men Should Take Yoga
Yoga benefits men of all ages and abilities, both physically and mentally.
Help for Women Facing Workout Hurdles
Your life is crazy-busy, but you can exercise. Here’s how.
How Exercise Can Prevent Falls
The Otago program’s at-home exercises build strength, balance and a better life for seniors.
Another reason to exercise: burning bone fat – a key to better bone...
UNC School of Medicine researchers use new imaging methods to show that running burns fat in bone marrow, with benefits for bone health. The best effect was seen in obese mice. Maya Styner, MD, was the study's lead author.
Health Benefits of Ice Skating
The brisk air on your face and in your lungs. The sense of flying as you glide across the ice. It’s easy to appreciate the sensation of ice skating, but are you aware of its many mental and physical health benefits? Some may surprise you. Ice Skate for Stress Relief Ice skating forces you to…
Take Advantage of Winter Exercise Options in Raleigh, NC
When winter comes to Raleigh, exercising on outdoor trails remains an option for much of the season. Sure, some cold, nasty days make the gym the only option. But plenty of mild days make winter in the North Carolina Piedmont pleasant. Outside activity remains a viable way to keep your heart healthy. Certified Trainer and REX Wellness…
Lessons from a Mock Triathlon
In preparation for the Knightdale Sprint Triathlon, we hosted a mock triathlon. However, this year I went from instructor to student because several members taught me something new about the sport of triathlon. [Read more...]
Making the Gym Part of Your Lifestyle
Rodney Jenkins, a group exercise instructor at the REX Wellness Center of Garner, walks us through the best reasons for why we should make exercising at the gym part of our everyday lifestyle.