The Fitness Zone Pulse
Weekly FITNESS and EXERCISE TIPS to maximize your wellness journey.
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Think your walking workouts must be just cardio-based? Whether you’re walking outdoors or taking your steps inside on a treadmill, we have a way to spice up your walks. Add a few bodyweight movements and you’ve turned your walk into a fun full-body workout. Check out the Fitness Zone Pulse for a workout to try at home or at the Fitness Zone!
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In today’s screen-centered world, it’s easy to spend most of your day sitting, and those minutes add up. Prolonged sitting impacts your health, but the effects of long periods of sitting can be mitigated with regular exercise.Check out this week’s Fitness Zone Pulse to read about the physical and mental benefits of walking, and for tips on how to incorporate more steps in your day.
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Get ready to step into summer with our Fitness Zone challenge for May! Track your daily steps and aim to reach 200,000+ steps total for the entire month of May. Whether you’re walking around campus, stepping out on your lunch break, or running on the treadmill, it’s all about staying active. See the participation guidelines in the Fitness Zone Pulse and let's make this summer a season of movement and fun!
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Building muscle is a challenge and maintaining it can take even more effort. While these tasks require dedication, achieving them is not only rewarding but also comes with numerous benefits. Check out this week’s Fitness Zone Pulse for tips on building and maintaining lean muscle.
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You finally decided that this is the year to get in better shape. You've committed to spending hours in the gym each week, sweating, tweaking your routine, and working towards your goal. Despite all the extra effort, progress just isn’t happening. Don’t get frustrated, there may be a reason. Learn more in the Fitness Zone Pulse.
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In recent years, there has been a positive trend towards healthier lifestyles, and personal trainers have become more in demand. People are looking to not only live longer but also have a better quality of life. Regardless of whether your goal is to lose weight, build your dream aesthetic, be able to play with your grandchildren, or just to move better, investing in a trainer is a smart decision. Read why in this episode of Fitness Zone Pulse.