The Fitness Zone Pulse
Weekly FITNESS and EXERCISE TIPS to maximize your wellness journey.
![Sitting Is the New Smoking: The Silent Habit Hurting Your Health]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764697956/lsuhscshreveportedu/gaydlpjndohle31ckzrp/Standingdeskstretchnews.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764697956/lsuhscshreveportedu/gaydlpjndohle31ckzrp/Standingdeskstretchnews.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764697956/lsuhscshreveportedu/gaydlpjndohle31ckzrp/Standingdeskstretchnews.png","width":520}])
Modern life keeps us glued to chairs, desks, and screens for hours on end. And research shows that prolonged sitting isn’t just uncomfortable, it’s linked to heart disease, diabetes, poor mental health, and even a shorter lifespan. In fact, experts now compare the dangers of sitting to those of smoking. Visit the Fitness Zone Pulse to learn the risks and how you can fight back with simple changes.
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We asked our Fitness Zone staff to share their top tips for exercising, building strength, staying consistent, and feeling your best. Check out the Fitness Zone Pulse to read what Orie Dyas, Fitness Zone Project Coordinator and NASM certified Personal Trainer, had to say about recovery, form, and self-belief.
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Thanksgiving break is the perfect time to recharge, enjoy family, and savor delicious food—but staying active doesn’t have to take a back seat. Visit the Fitness Zone Pulse for a quick, no-equipment workout can help keep your energy up and balance out the holiday indulgence.
![The Importance of Wearing the Right Shoes]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762900943/lsuhscshreveportedu/o2wnpxadlmkg2ymex4ex/RunningShoesnews.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762900943/lsuhscshreveportedu/o2wnpxadlmkg2ymex4ex/RunningShoesnews.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762900943/lsuhscshreveportedu/o2wnpxadlmkg2ymex4ex/RunningShoesnews.png","width":520}])
Whether you're lifting weights, walking during lunch, or running after work, your shoes do more than complete your outfit—they shape how your entire body moves. The right pair can boost performance and comfort. The wrong pair? It can lead to pain, poor movement mechanics, and even injury. See the Fitness Zone Pulse to learn why your shoes matter more than you might think.
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We asked our Fitness Zone staff to share their top tips for exercising, building strength, staying consistent, and feeling your best. Check out the Fitness Zone Pulse to read what Angel Martin, Fitness Zone Director and ACSM certified Personal Trainer, had to say about focus, planning, and mindset.
![Fitness Zone Member Spotlight: Jennifer Anderson]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762286400/lsuhscshreveportedu/kntuzi1dkqwz7fbfd98d/JenniferAndersonnews.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762286400/lsuhscshreveportedu/kntuzi1dkqwz7fbfd98d/JenniferAndersonnews.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762286400/lsuhscshreveportedu/kntuzi1dkqwz7fbfd98d/JenniferAndersonnews.png","width":520}])
Our members at the Fitness Zone are the heartbeat of the facility. Their time, effort and dedication to their health and fitness goals are evident to our staff regularly, and we are proud to share their accomplishments with the campus. Visit the Fitness Zone Pulse to learn about Jennifer Anderson and how she is helping to uphold our vision of inspiring long-term fitness habits that lead to a fulfilling quality of life.