As we head into fall, changing weather and changing schedules can make it challenging to stick with a fitness routine. But fall also brings some unique opportunities for incorporating exercise into your everyday life. With a little planning, you can make fall a great time to meet your fitness goals. 1) Use Yardwork as a…
Most of the time when people think of testosterone in relation to working out, they think of how this hormone helps men build muscles. There are many benefits to building muscles. So it seems logical that boosting testosterone is something we’d want to do to make it easier to build bigger muscles. However, the relationship…
If you’re new to the world of fitness or you just started going to a gym, knowing what people mean when they talk about different types of exercise can help you figure out what types of workouts to focus on. One way to describe exercises is by distinguishing between compound exercises and isolation exercises. Even…
Whether you’re new to working out or a long-time fitness enthusiast, setting goals is super helpful. Goals help keep us motivated, giving us something to work toward. They also guide a fitness plan, helping us figure out what types of workouts to focus on to achieve the goals we have in mind. For goals to…
Rest and recovery days are just as important as the time you spend working out. When you take time to rest, it helps your body recover and make the most of your workouts while helping protect you from overdoing it. A rest day isn’t just about sitting on the couch, though. While there are times…
You’ve probably heard some conflicting advice about stretching. Some say, “Always stretch before a workout or you’ll hurt yourself!” Others say, “Don’t stretch first! Just warm up and then stretch after you exercise!” There’s also lots of advice about which stretches to do and how long to stretch. In this article, let’s look at some…
Even if you’ve never heard of British historian Cyril Parkinson, you’re probably familiar with the idea known as Parkinson’s law. This idea states, “work expands so as to fill the time available for its completion.” Remember when you were in school, and you had to write a paper? If you thought you needed a couple…
Unless you’ve worked out at a luxury gym before, we’re guessing your first thought wasn’t to compare it to a country club. And yet, here at Extreme Studio Performance (ESP), we’re obsessed with providing an upscale experience with high-end amenities, first-rate workout equipment, and a supportive community committed to reaching ambitious goals. 1) Quality Equipment…
When it comes to fitness, getting your mind in the right place is just as important as training your body. How we think about our workout routines and fitness journeys impacts everything from the type of workouts we do to whether we stick with our goals. If we can correct common mindset mistakes when it…
Do you ever feel like skipping a workout? We can come up with all sorts of reasons for putting off a workout when we don’t feel like going to the gym. The last thing you want to do when you feel like that, though, is give into the desire to stay home on your couch….
