Muscle it muscle right? Right, but muscle is also a complex human structure made of fibers. Let’s dive into what each of these fibers is used for and why it matters that we know the difference when working on creating change in our body through movement. There are two types of muscle fibers: slow-twitch (type 1) and fast-twitch (type 2).
Whether you’ve started strength training or you’re thinking about starting, you might be wondering how long it will take before you start to see results in your body. Ultimately every body is different and there’s many factors that can change your timeline for seeing results, such as how often you exercise a muscle group, how much rest you give your
Whether you’re brand new to working out or a seasoned veteran, taking a group class with a friend can make it so much more fun! Various studies have found that working out with a friend can increase the intensity at which you workout, enhance stress management affects from your workout, help you reach weight management goals, and increase the time
You were going to be at the studio for your class on time and then BOOM – traffic jam! Or maybe your boss let the meeting run long and now you’re rushed. You’re probably thinking you should just cancel or skip it – you don’t want to upset the instructor or get nasty looks from other students. This is
Have you ever had a gym membership that you wanted to cancel but you found out that cancelling it required you to hand deliver a written letter of why you want to cancel? When you finally found time to show up and deliver it, you were met with more red tape, sales pitches, or a guilt trip from the business
Muladhara (mula meaning “root” and adhara meaning “base” or “support” in Sanskrit) is also known as the Root Chakra. This chakra is the seat of the body, located between the base of the spine and the tailbone. It’s strongly linked to the earth element, and holds your ability to dig deep and firmly root yourself in life. The root chakra
Skip to the video Half Pigeon (or Ardha Kapotasana in Sanskrit) is one of those yoga shapes that people seem to love or dread. The good news is there’s plenty of options for it that may allow you to feel more supported in the shape and in control of the amount of sensation you wish to experience. There’s also a
Let’s learn about your booty! If you’ve been around the fitness world, you’ve probably heard your butt being referred to by a muscle group, the glutes. Did you know that there are actually many muscles that make up this group of muscles? It’s okay if you didn’t, that’s why you’re here, to learn! Why is it valuable to learn about
It’s overwhelming when looking at trying something new, but especially when there’s so many different options and you don’t know the difference between them all! That’s definitely true when it comes to yoga. Are all yoga classes slow and focused on stretching? What’s hot yoga? We know there’s a lot of questions when it comes to knowing what class is
Have you ever wondered why studio prices are what they are? Why are they different than big box gym prices? Where does my monthly membership go within the business? Everyone has their own relationship when it comes to money. Maybe you think studio pricing is outrageous or you think it’s a steal. We’re not here to change your mind or
