Increasing your activity level does not have to be challenging or even compromising. There are many small things that you can do throughout your day to increase activity. (more…)
Sugar is almost everywhere, whether you think it is or not. It wasn’t until more recently that the government required food labels to list the amount of added sugar in grams and percent of daily consumption. Here are some low sugar food swaps to help you lower your sugar intake or keep diabetes in check.
There are always plenty of reasons to not go to the gym, but there are also so many reasons why you should! Finding motivation is difficult, especially if you don’t have a regular exercise routine established. We’ve identified some common excuses and how you can overcome them mentally! (more…)
When it comes to fitness, there are many ways to find motivation, but they vary from individual to individual. Usually, when you envision the end result, you’re inspired to work harder in order to achieve your goals. Finding motivation is the first step in your health/fitness journey as you work toward creating a lasting habit. So what is it that motivates you?
Tired of doing the same old push-ups? While they’re a great traditional exercise, it can get boring doing the same thing all the time. If you’re looking for a challenge, try this variation called the bosu ball push-up! (more…)
A large part of a healthy lifestyle transformation is re-evaluating what you eat. Over the course of the next 6 weeks, we’ll explore a number of healthier food swaps to help you accomplish your nutrition goals, or even to help those with certain food intolerances.
Elite Sports Clubs is proud to announce that Tony Bieri has been named General Manager of Elite Sports Clubs-Brookfield. Tony has been with us for over 20 years, and plays a vital role in the daily operations of the club. On top of that, he teaches several exercise classes. You probably have seen him around, but you can learn more about Tony Bieri here!
Year 2018 is coming to a close and we hope all our members found success with their annual fitness goals. As we prepare our New Year’s resolutions for 2019, let’s reflect on all the fun and excitement we had this past year at Elite Sports Clubs.
It’s true that ladies tend to gravitate to the ballet barre workouts due to its emphasis on strength in full range of motion, focus on muscular endurance, and creating a leaner line, versus a large “bulky” physique. But men also love the barre class, because it fine tunes the body, and works well if you have an injury.
Winter is the perfect time to cozy up with a warm bowl of soup. Try this Tuscan White Bean Soup to double up on your protein and fiber intake, both found in the kale and white beans used in this recipe. You will also get a healthy dose of vitamins A, C, and K, which will help boost immunity and support bone and heart health!