Archive for October 2018
What’s Worse for Your Health — Smoking or Not Exercising?
Whew! Quite the loaded question, huh? Abstaining from smoking and making sure to attend the gym would be the best course of action; but let’s take a step-by-step approach to answering the question. By now, we all know smoking can cause cancer, emphysema and a myriad of other issues. But is it worse than not exercising?
Read MoreOur Trainers Share Their Workout Snacks
Want to fuel your fitness but unsure of the best workout snacks? We went straight to the source and asked our personal trainers one of their most frequently asked questions. A lot of people trying to lose weight are afraid to eat around their workout, but the truth is that your body needs fuel to perform…
Read More12 Exercises You Can Do in Only 20 Minutes
We get it – finding time to work out is not always easy. With work and other commitments, squeezing in a gym session can seem overwhelming. Here at Jersey Strong, we know that prioritizing your health and fitness is crucial, so we’ve compiled a list of our favorite exercises from the Jersey Strong Blog that…
Read MoreHow to Add Extra Protein to Your Diet Easily
Looking to ramp up your metabolism? Protein can help you. Need more energy? Want to lose weight? Protein is there for you. Protein sometimes gets a bad rap, but let’s face it, your body needs craves it. It isn’t just for bodybuilders. It’s for the young, old, dieters, lifters, and everyone in between.
Read MoreAdvanced Weight Loss 101: Easy Steps to Lose Weight Fast
When it comes to advanced weight loss, your approach should be more than just hitting the gym and eating healthier. Instead, you have to commit to a complete lifestyle change. The only way to take your weight loss from a few pounds to the changes you really want to see is to change your habits…
Read MoreFrom High Heels to Rolling Hills: A Story of Victory from Jersey Strong’s Lauren Brown
There was a red velvet Nutella bomb chocolate chip cookie waiting at the end. At a certain point during your first duathlon event – a competitive race that combines rigorous outdoor biking with running – your legs might feel like they aren’t completely attached to your body. Like Bambii taking his first steps, they will…
Read MoreAre Crunches the Best Move for Your Core?
When it comes to strengthening the core muscles, people often immediately think of abdominal crunches. And while crunches can certainly help, they’re not the be-all, end-all in terms of exercises you should focus on when trying to strengthen your core. Which ones are also vital to solidfying your tummy? Glad you asked!
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