Yoga for Runners: 4 Poses to Keep you Running
Counteract pounding the pavement with these four yoga poses tailored specifically for runners.
Yoga increases…
The YMCA aims to improve our nation's health by providing programs and activities that promote overall well-being, no matter where you are on your journey toward better health. And when people feel their best and have fulfilling lifestyles, their communities become stronger, too.
How to Stay Protected from the Flu
It’s almost flu season in St. Louis, and with a record number of 80,000 Americans dying from the influenza virus last…
Keto: Is it Beneficial Long-Term?
What is Keto?
Ketogenic diet, or high fat diet, is a way of eating that consists of up to 80% of your total daily…
Cancer Survivorship: What to Expect after Treatment
According to the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), an individual is considered a cancer survivor from the…
Benefits of a Strong Core and How to Achieve One
The benefits and importance of having a strong and functional core cannot be understated. Core strength is essential to…
Low-Carb or Low-Fat: Eating for your Fitness Goals
"Should I start a low-carb diet or low-fat diet?"
This is a question I get asked a lot, from people seeking to…
Making Time: 9 Ways To Love Yourself
We have all heard that it is important to take care of ourselves. Too often it takes an event to bring that…
Sore Muscles? Roll Them Out!
Raise your hand if you'd like a FREE massage at home! Foam rolling is like having a personal massage therapist --…
The Importance of Rest Days
Fun fact about me: I used to resent the idea of exercise.
After seventeen years of living a sedentary…