Author: Ryan

If you’re looking for a great new workout to try for excellent cardio, endurance skills, and that feeling of empowerment where you’re invincible, strong and can fight anything and anyone, then you’ve got to give shadowboxing a shot. What makes shadowboxing so great? It’s a killer workout—you torch calories in minutes—and it’s super fun. What’s more, it gives you great defensive skills and teaches you to fight so you can better protect yourself in life (but hopefully it doesn’t come to that!). And since you are employing moves designated for fighting, it provides a feeling of power, so you can gain confidence through movement in your workouts. And if you’re planning on taking boxing classes or have a yearning to someday hop into the ring against a sparring partner, shadowboxing helps set you up for success. Learning something new is always intimidating, especially with boxing, as it can be scary... Read More

If you’re looking for a great tone-up exercise that doesn’t require machines or gym equipment, look no further than the mighty resistance band. What makes them so great? Resistance bands are easy to use, you can take them anywhere, and they sculpt and lean out muscles. Plus, they add a greater challenge to any bodyweight moves, such as squats or glute bridges too. Here are a few benefits to note and some ways to get a great burn at home. What Makes Them So Beneficial? Resistance bands are wonderful for improving stability. “Lifting a dumbbell requires a fixed movement of the muscle whereas bands add instability to the move,” says Caleb Backe, CPT and wellness expert at Maple Holistics. This forces additional muscles to be better engaged with each move, which ultimately creates an all-encompassing workout that hits all the necessary spots. It’s also portable, so when the time comes when... Read More