As the last frost thaws and the days stretch longer, the fresh bloom of spring invites us to rejuvenate our homes and fitness routines. This season of renewal is the perfect backdrop to dust off our workout wear and inject new life into our physical activities. If you’ve felt cooped up or stagnant in your winter workouts, you can leap into spring with these five essential home workouts that promise to refresh your body, mind, and spirit. 1. The Dynamic Jump Squat Jump squats are an explosive way to invigorate your lower body and cardiovascular system. Standing with your feet shoulder-width a ..read more

Every year, folks create ambitious fitness goals. Gyms become crowded, but they become ghost towns when February hits. Our enthusiasm starts to wane, and we are tempted to give up. We know how frustrating it can be to set and not achieve a goal. But sometimes, finding some inspiration can help. We’ve compiled a list of Black fitness influencers to follow if you’re seeking motivation for the gym or indoor workouts. Brittne Babe – @brittnebabe Wildly known for her toned legs and abs, Brittne’s workout routines are the pinnacle for becoming summertime-ready. She is also a certified personal train ..read more

If you have ever worked out with a personal trainer, one of the most anticipated moments is the stretching that occurs at the end of the session. But even if you haven’t, you can probably recall a time when you wished someone could help you stretch to alleviate some discomfort you might be feeling in your body. Your healthcare provider may have referred you to physical therapy if the pain was acute. But now, stretch therapy studios are popping up nationwide to help those who need to improve flexibility and mobility. We talked to Michael Okech, co-founder of New York Stretch, about the value of ..read more

I have one big specific goal for 2024—to get fit. It includes being more active, losing weight, and managing stress. I wrote it in my journal like I do every year. But like over half of Americans who stumble over their fitness and other goals, I needed to refocus to make it happen. I just needed to get my head in the game and understand why my goals were so important. Nina Moore is a longevity coach based in Los Angeles who works with clients looking to enhance their health and well-being through what she says are “long-term, maintainable self-directed behavioral changes that align with their ..read more

Not everyone in our community is convinced that meditation and mindfulness are beneficial. Many of us are downright skeptical of the practices. But what if we told you that a recent study reported that these practices are beneficial, especially to older adults? Whether that is you, your parents, or someone else you know, it is time we know more. Researchers in London discovered that a specially designed meditation program enhanced the mental health of adults 65 and over. The study consisted of two nine-month modules, the first on mindfulness and the second on loving-kindness and compassion. We ..read more

Winter weather is inevitable, and that means snow. For some of us, that means chilling by the fireplace with a warm significant other. But for those of us who still want to get our workout on, sleet and slush aren’t insurmountable obstacles. Just follow these tips so you don’t slip on an icy patch or get a nasty bit of frostbite or exercise-induced asthma. Layers are your friends. When it’s cold, your body diverts blood away from your fingers and toes and directs it to your core. This can open you up to frostbite. The solution? Layers. Start with clothing made of moisture-wicking material and ..read more

Finding time to exercise can be challenging, especially during the holidays. Check out these tips to get your workouts in this Holiday Season. RE-THINK EXERCISE  & GET CREATIVE Clean up. Yes, cleaning counts as a workout! Play upbeat holiday hits and get to work! Engage your core to protect your lower back. Activate your total body using broad strokes to vacuum or mop. Move swiftly to the next tasks. Take breaks, then get back to it. Dance like no one (or everyone) is watching! Shake your groove thang to five of your favorite feel-good tracks, get into the holiday spirit and celebrate ..read more

Comfort food, TV marathons and stay-indoors weather combine to help us pack on pounds in the colder months Fall is here, and winter will be upon us before we know it. Since the temperature has dropped, it’s also time to drop into those bulky sweaters, some comfort food and those television marathons. If, however, you want to finish the final month of the year with that “get fit” resolution you set last January, then these tips can help you enjoy the changing season without changing up your health for the worse. 1. Dress to impress. Maybe I have a bra on, maybe I don’t. Maybe I still have ..read more

How to stay warm (and safe) while exercising in cold weather This week has been a doozy! Much of the country saw snow, ice and sub-zero temperatures, and rumor has it another round is on the way. For some of us, that means chilling by the fireplace with a warm significant other. But for those of us who still want to get our workout on, sleet and slush aren’t insurmountable obstacles. Just follow these tips so you don’t slip on an icy patch or get a nasty bit of frostbite or exercise-induced asthma. Layers are your friends. When it’s cold, your body diverts blood away from your fingers and toe ..read more

How much exercise will burn off that Halloween candy? Go ahead, sneak one of the candy bar minis from your child’s Halloween haul. Just make sure to check this list* to find out how much exercise you’ll need to burn off those stolen calories: Butterfinger (85 calories) 10 minutes of Zumba Heath bar (77 calories) 12 minutes of aerobics Hershey’s milk chocolate bar (67 calories) 15 minutes of dancing Kit Kat (70 calories) 10 minutes of moderate rowing Milky Way, Mounds, Snickers, Twix (80 calories each) 9 minutes on the elliptical York Peppermint Patty (60 calories) 25 minutes of yoga Mr. Goodb ..read more