Some steps must be taken during a pandemic to slow the spread of disease, however inconvenient they may be. It’s probably safe to assume we can all agree that we’d rather exercise without wearing a mask. They’re uncomfortable and can make it difficult to breath, but right now we’re required to wear them in the presence of others. Let’s take a good look at masks, what they do and don’t do for us, and how we can navigate together through this difficult time.
Meet Mary Kay Heinz, the Youth Programs Director at Elite Sports Club-Mequon! Mary Kay is great with all the Elite kids, and loves to instill excitement for physical activity in all the youth programs she develops at the clubs. Learn more about Mary Kay’s experience in the industry and her own fitness triumphs!
You may know Zumba® as a dance class, but it’s much more than that! Zumba® classes are full-blown cardio workouts that use popular dance moves and catchy music that will get you moving and sweating. Learn more about some of the Zumba® classes at Elite Sports Clubs. (more…)
In a time of great angst, it’s important to maintain your sense of self and peace. To be sure, there is much to be concerned with and about. But it helps no one if we all fall into a pit of misery and despair. So, with an eye on creating positive change from within, let’s look at grounding techniques that can help you wade through these difficult times. (more…)
Many schools have switched to virtual or hybrid models, and therefore some kids miss out on the social component of seeing their friends everyday. Also, with many extracurriculars canceled or postponed, kids are also getting less physical activity. Want to solve both problems at once? Here are some activities that are safe for kids. (more…)
Pickleball has been growing in popularity over the last several years. Not only is it a fun recreational and social sport, but it can also be quite competitive as well. Pickleball borrows rules from a variety of racquet sports, but also has its own unique flavor. To help put it in perspective, here’s how it compares to tennis.
Looking for an exercise that is best for the whole body? While there’s no such thing as a bad type of exercise, there are some that are more efficient at training many muscle groups at once. Here are some options for full body workout classes.
As the year 2020 progresses, and we continue to deal with mask mandates, a pandemic, and trying to stay healthy, it’s worth looking into how we can stimulate our bodies to be stronger and more resilient. Today, we’ll be talking about brown fat, or brown adipose tissue (BAT), what it does, and how it can help our bodies be strong and healthy.
What is red light therapy? Elite Sports Clubs has been offering red light therapy for many years, but if you have not tried it yourself, you may not know much about it. Learn about red light therapy and the numerous medical benefits it provides. (more…)
During the pandemic, life has become stressful in ways we could not have imagined. Worries about getting sick, loneliness and isolation, and depression have piled on to make this a time we all wish would soon be over. But that may not happen as quickly as we would like, and, going forward, we will continue to need strategies to help us function and manage the stress of the times.