As we age, many people blame weight gain on a slowing metabolism. While it is true that metabolism does decrease slightly with age, there are many other factors influencing aging adults’ ability to accurately regulate energy intake. (more…)
We welcome our new water aerobics instructor, Laura Lennie, to Elite-Mequon! Learn more about Laura’s classes, how she stays fit outside of teaching, and some helpful tips for our members.
One of the many amenities offered at Elite Sports Clubs are the sauna and/or steam rooms. These warm spaces provide a wonderfully rewarding post-workout experience great for relaxation. If you are using or considering engaging in regular use of these environments, read further into this blog and discover there are many benefits, risks, as well as proper etiquette. (more…)
Have you noticed monitors around the clubs displaying names with a variety of colored panels and wondered what exactly is going on? We’ve adopted a new personal fitness tracking program called Myzone, which will help you maximize your workouts! We’ll explain what Myzone is and how you can get started. (more…)
The popularity of sea salt has increased greatly over the years. Celtic sea salt, Pink Himalayan sea salt, and Black Hawaiian sea salt are just a few of the common varieties. They are widely used in restaurants for their coarse, crunchy texture and strong flavor, and are found in abundance on supermarket shelves. Some manufacturers have started using sea salt in snacks because it is ‘all natural’. Is there really a difference between sea salt and table salt? Is one healthier than the other? Which is the better choice? (more…)
As we move into the fall and winter months, you may start to feel less motivated to exercise. Don’t stop, just change what you’re doing to stay interested and engaged. Here are some ideas to keep you moving! (more…)
As is true in life, your workouts don’t always go according to plan. It’s so easy to get comfortable with a routine, and when something falls out of place, it can cause some anxiety. Leave it to us to help get you back on track. (more…)
For those of you out there who subscribe to Netflix, there is a new documentary released regarding plant-based nutrition called The Game Changers. Personally, I love the chance to watch films about nutrition as they bring this important piece of wellness into the forefront of people’s minds. What I enjoy even more are the conversations that take place after watching these films. Read on to get a real dietitian’s professional perspective on the documentary and the information it portrays. (more…)
You’ve been playing doubles with the same person for some time now and you might be wondering if it’s time to change things up. Here are some scenarios when you might (or might not) want to switch up your tennis partner.
Halloween is on the horizon and with it comes loads of candy. With the consumption of sugar increasing faster than the world’s population and a 23% increase in sugar consumption in the last decade, refined sugar has become a part of daily life for Americans. With this realization comes many questions. Is it safe? How does it affect us? How much do we really consume? Here are some truly ‘scary’ facts about sugar… (more…)