In-Shape Fitness

Does your gym routine involve a quick warm-up, a great workout, and then rushing to your next to-do? Not so fast! Before you hop into the shower or move on to your next activity, try carving time into your fitness routine for a post-workout cool down.  Just as warming up your muscles and joints before a workout prepares your body for the workout ahead, cooling down afterward helps your heart rate return to baseline and makes it easier for your body to recover. Not All Cool Downs are Created Equal Your cool down depends on the muscles used during your workout. Think of a cool down as telling your muscles that you’re shifting from “workout” mode to “rest and recovery” mode. Whether you just finished a high-intensity small group training session at one of the best Roseville gyms or went for a swim in their outdoor pool, you can lower your workout intensity with a few simple exercises and stretches. Post-Workout Cool Down Exercises and Stretches Whether you added miles t...

Are you searching for a fun go-to exercise to enjoy this summer? A physical activity that helps you burn calories while keeping you cool and going easy on your joints? If so, swimming in an indoor or outdoor pool at one of your favorite Roseville gyms may become your favorite low-impact, high-reward workout. Whether you’re looking for a head-to-toe strengthening exercise or want to protect your joints, swimming is an excellent, low-impact, and heart-pumping exercise to try this summer. Here are four reasons to spend time in the water this summer. All-Inclusive Whether you’re learning the basics or are a more seasoned swimmer, swimming meets you where you are on your fitness journey. You don't need to be an Olympic-level athlete to enjoy the benefits of swimming. You can build up endurance and strength at your own pace by incorporating walking laps in the pool and progressing to more challenging swimming techniques with longer or faster durations in the water once you...

Your motivations for joining a gym may start with wanting to look good and stay fit, which is perfectly valid. But you may soon realize the benefits go way beyond those goals and into other meaningful rewards that have a ripple effect on other aspects of your life. Let’s say your new goal is to go to the Bakersfield, Roseville, or Vallejo gym as often as possible for an entire year. What would happen? Here’s what may happen if you stay committed all year long. By the end, you’ll have plenty to celebrate.  Better Performance Outside the Gym What you do inside the gym will start to show up in other aspects of your daily life. You may notice that household chores feel easier or that your weekend hikes are more invigorating. That’s because your gym training sessions are starting to pay off through increased endurance, stability, and agility. Regular training improves your physical performance out in the real world. If you want to play harder in your outdoor sports or w...

What’s the difference between low-impact and high-impact exercises? A low-impact exercise puts minimal stress on your joints, while high-impact exercises usually result in hard, repetitive contact with the floor or equipment. Although high-impact exercises have their place in the gym, low-impact exercises do, too. Try these five low-impact exercises when working out at your favorite Bakersfield, Roseville, or Vallejo gym . The Benefits of Low-Impact Exercise Low-impact exercises are beneficial because they are easy on your joints. If a specific joint has been experiencing pain or discomfort during exercise, incorporating low-impact movements into your routine will help. Low-impact exercises can also improve your balance and alignment. Walking Walking regularly offers several benefits. This low-impact exercise can boost balance and coordination, improve mood, and help you maintain a healthy weight. With a treadmill, you can easily adjust the speed or incline to make this...