We all instinctively know that exercise is good for us — we all know that it helps us manage our weight, lifts energy levels, boosts our immune systems, and generally puts us in a better mood. But recent research
You can do a cycling class seated only – here are some tips with Tina! For today’s VLOG, Cat Kom is joined by Tina, one of the SSoD writers, to talk about modifications she does while cycling. There are times
The short answer is… IT IS GOOD FOR YOU!!! Very very good actually. Lately, Cat Kom has been seeing articles saying broccoli is bad for you. Wait, what!? This had her freaking out since it’s her fave veggie, so she
Seasonal eating. We’re sure you’ve heard the term over and over again, along with a bunch of other bumper-sticker-on-a-VW-bus type slogans like ‘shop local’, ‘buy fresh’, and ‘eat clean live green’. At this point, all of those suggestions may
Well here you are in part three of our ultimate push-pull workout routine. You’ve pushed and pulled till the cows came home, you’ve gone to town on your upper and lower halves, tightened your guns and toned your gams.
This is a controversial topic and one that is complicated in nature. I often hear people say “I’m addicted to sugar! I’m addicted to carbs! I’m addicted to food!” Words matter. Defining matters. So let’s break it on down
The BOSU ball — who knew this jolly little bouncing sphere could inflict so much pain, cause so many gains, and deliver such solid results? I mean sure they look all funny and wobbly. That wobbliness is the exact
You Don’t Have to Suffer! When you’re working out, you wanna get your heart rate up, you wanna sweat, you wanna push it… but you DON’T want to feel sick or miserable while you’re doing it. And, recently, Purti (a
Of all the athletic competitions out there, nothing quite holds the prestige like the famed triathlon. The pure ferocity, the brutal simplicity, the sheer not-over-yet of it all keeps amateur athletes and fitness enthusiasts signing up and sweating it
Which is the Best Kettlebell Swing & How to do Them. In this vlog we’re discussing the difference between the Russian kettlebell swing and the American kettlebell swing. Who else would be better to join Cat Kom on this topic
And in our second edition of the ultimate push-pull workout routine, we’re headed south of the border — we’re talking lower body love. This lower body push-pull routine is an excellent and efficient way to get those galloping glutes,
Love is in the air… the birds are chirping, the sun’s shining, and mini-violins are playing all around us — ok not really, but Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! And with it comes those lavish dinners, bubbly
My dear friend Brian LaRose (yes THAT beloved Brian) brought up such a beautifully insightful and revolutionary thought. What if instead of making NEW resolutions in the new year, why not keep or maintain the ones that serve you
There have been so many changes the past few years in the health and wellness fields, but none so impactful than the rise of online fitness. Streaming workout platforms like Studio SWEAT onDemand have taken the fitness industry by storm,
As we enter the new year filled with cautious optimism and careful excitement, it’s important to reflect on what has been and what is yet to come — especially in the fitness world. After all, you’d be hard-pressed to find
and why it truly matters We love TRX workouts! Have you heard this from us before? Yeah, you have. TRX workouts are a great way to get a full-body workout, the straps are easy to use at home or to
New year… new you! Ok, we know that’s not true. Though we may try and convince ourselves otherwise, January the first doesn’t somehow alter our DNA, modify our talents and skills, or get rid of our flaws and weaknesses.
You might be surprised! We’re all about a long-term fitness lifestyle, but we know that every now and then you want to target one specific area. We asked our members which area they’d like the most tips on how to
“Should all late-night nachos be forgot, and midnight cravings we dined… Should all lazy Sundays be forgot, and couch-potatoing left behind…” (That’s our version of the song anyways!) Now that we’ve come to the close of one year and
So… it happened. After almost two years of fear, dread, masking, sheltering, double-masking, and scrubbing pears over the kitchen sink — you got COVID-19. First off, we’re sorry to hear that. If you’ve got comorbidities, are older than 65,
