Fitness

Fitness

Research shows that everyone has the capability to exhibit peak fitness despite their genetic makeup. If you’re looking for ways to get and stay in shape, we have some great information to help you reach supreme physical fitness.

What is it?

What do I need to know about my physical fitness? 

When you were younger, you probably could run a mile without getting winded but today you might struggle with the stairs. Let’s face it, as you age, your body has to work harder to maintain the same level of health you had when you were younger. If you’d like to learn what establishes a healthy weight and physical health at various stages in life, then the Awareness path is where you need to start. 

LiVe Well By LiVe Well Center

Elevate your fitness and embrace a healthier lifestyle. Regardless of your body shape, size, health, or age, regular physical activity is essential for stronger muscles and increased energy levels. Discover a wealth of ideas, inspiration, and resources from the LiVe Well Center to help you build better habits and achieve your fitness goals, ultimately improving your overall quality of life.

Motivation for Exercise By Paige Waehner

There are a lot of ingredients that go into creating a consistent exercise program—having goals, being prepared, being disciplined, and staying committed. But one of the most important, and sometimes most elusive, is motivation. We often wait for the motivation to exercise, thinking one day we'll wake up and it'll be there. What's true for many of us, however, is that the motivation to work out is the strongest in the planning phase since most of us are working on some future goal, like losing weight.

The Fitness Mindset By Brian Keane

Have you ever felt frustrated about not getting the results you want? Do you feel you are eating the right foods and doing the correct workouts but your body still isn’t changing as quickly as you want? Are you grinding through your workday with low energy levels, praying for the next day off so you can sleep in? The Fitness Mindset gives you everything you need to get the body you’ve always dreamed of, ramp your energy levels through the roof and develop the mindset to keep it forever.

Do No Harm

What is possible in health care when we shift the focus off of weight? This podcast is for medical professionals, and laypeople who want to understand how taking the focus off of weight in health care will ultimately lead to higher quality care and better health outcomes for people of all sizes.

How big an issue is this for me?

How can I find out to assess my fitness level?

Staying fit in today's busy society is a challenge. There is so much information that it can be overwhelming. However, that doesn't mean that we can't take matters into our own hands. If you suspect that you are out of alignment with your physical self, or you simply want to know where you stand in terms of average fitness for your age, then the Assessment path is the right place for you.

Six At Home Fitness Tests By Mayo Clinic

You probably have some idea of how fit you are. But knowing the specifics can help you set realistic fitness goals, monitor your progress, and maintain your motivation. Once you know your starting point, you can plan where you want to go. Get started with the simple assessment below.

Rockport Walking Test

The Rockport walking test is the easiest way to determine your cardio fitness level. All you need is a stopwatch and a flat surface one mile long. Just enter your results in the calculator and look up your score in the chart below. 

Are You Military Fit? By Jamie Rogers

With life more challenging than ever, it is easy to lose focus on what matters, and priorities often fall out of alignment. Consider these questions: Do you feel like you’ve been a home-gym junkie during COVID? Have you turned to junk food to cope during the lockdown? Give yourself grace, however, you managed. The new year is perfect for a new start, and we’ve got some motivation to get you moving — our armed forces physical fitness tests!

What solutions are available to me?

How can I improve my physical fitness?

Use it or lose it. This is the basis behind regular exercise, whether it be to work out your biceps or your thighs. Depending on your heredity and lifestyle, fitness can be achieved, if you commit to a routine of physical fitness. The Solutions option introduces you to some ways you can exercise and nourish your body so that you can keep stay fit and pain-free.

Home Workout Solutions By Various

For some people, access to a gym isn't possible. The drive is too long or leaving the house is too big of a burden. With emerging technologies, there are many options to facilitate a gym-inspired workout at home. These various apps can guide you through an intense workout to reach your fitness goals. 

Compete with your Friends By Various

If you are looking for competition to help you meet your goals, then these apps are for you. There are a variety of ways to gamify your workout which push you to be your best. These apps can help you compete with your friends or make new connections online. 

Get Paid to Workout By Various

Money talks and these apps incentivize you to workout. While it doesn't matter what motivation you use, sometimes we all need a little push. If rewards do the trick, then check out these programs and set your goals today.