We carry a lot on our shoulders — literally and figuratively. While it’s a relatively small muscle group, we rely on the shoulder girdle to help us do day-to-day activities and the things we love, Continue Reading

A swim spa is not just another piece of fitness equipment. It’s not going to turn into a drying rack like the treadmill or gather dust under the couch like the dumbbells. And it’s certainly Continue Reading

Summer might be characterized by lazy days, spent at the pool or beach. There are trips to seasonal ice cream shops, barbecues with tasty treats, and late nights around the fire eating s’mores. But the Continue Reading

From swinging on a playset to splashing in the pool, encouraging your children to be active does not necessarily mean a class or organized sport. Any movement that requires children to use energy counts as Continue Reading

Professional triathlete Meredith Kessler wanted to find a way to engage with the triathlon community, to inspire them and motivate them during a time when it’s not possible to share a race course.  One of Continue Reading

Do you want to make a splash this summer? Exercising in the water can help you achieve your fitness and wellness goals. Whether you want to lose weight, increase strength, or improve endurance, the water Continue Reading

We are living in uncharted waters. As a country, as a world, we are learning to live in a place where changes come in crashing waves. As a triathlon community, we are being confronted with Continue Reading

Hopping into the hot tub is often motivated by a need to relax. You sink into the seats, adjust the diverters, and allow the hot tub jets to alleviate your aches and pains.  But a Continue Reading

Could your exercise routine go from “meh” to “wow” with just the switch of a playlist? A new study supports previous research, showing that music can improve the exercise experience. Published in Frontiers in Psychology, scientists Continue Reading

Working out regularly is important. Not only is exercise good for you, improving your physical health and body composition, but it can help with immunity and brain function. Most people should exercise 150 minutes a Continue Reading

Many of us exercise to improve our fitness level, to change the way our bodies look, or to just feel better. Squats can tone and tighten our legs. Swimming and running can improve our heart health. Yoga Continue Reading

When we think about a water exercise routine, there are two things that often come to mind: water aerobics classes at a nearby fitness facility and swimming. But you can take advantage of the low-impact environment Continue Reading

The temptation is there: You have wrapped up your season, and you can just cruise for the next few months.  But you know the winter can be a valuable opportunity to do the work to Continue Reading

It might be something you do not want to admit. However, the truth is that you have a fear of the water or struggle when it comes to swimming.  But you are not alone. According Continue Reading

“You are only one workout away from a good mood.”  From social media posts to T-shirts to water bottles, the phrase seems to be everywhere. And there’s some truth to it. Exercise causes the body Continue Reading

Beep … beep … BEEP. The sound of the alarm is jarring, and your first instinct might be to hit snooze or turn off the alarm entirely.  However, you might have set the alarm for Continue Reading

Inside tricks from Pro Triathlete Mirinda Carfrae to improve open-water swimming The sand is beneath your feet and the blue water in front of you. While you wait for the gun to off, you feel Continue Reading