Now that autumn is officially here, it is important to think about how our diet and exercise play a role in keeping us healthy during the cold and flu seasons. As the old adage goes, prevention is the best cure, so this month I want to write about the importance of eating for a healthy gut in order to boost the immune system.
Read MoreHere's a super time-efficient way to get a good full body workout in 15-20 minutes! It's a good mix of strength and muscular endurance exercises with time-based sets so you can either go lighter with more reps, or crank up the weight and focus more on strength gains.
Read MoreVegetables and fruits should make up the base of everyone's nutritional pyramid. They are the foundation of a high-quality, healthy diet. In addition to being rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fibre, and phytonutrients , they also contain lots of water to help you stay hydrated. They are alkaline producing , which can help to preserve bone mass and muscle tissue.
Read More“Like most of us, I don't wake up every morning feeling wonderful. However, even on those days when I'm feeling imperfect and it's a struggle to get to the gym, I always - and I mean always - feel great after a work-out and a shower. I'm grateful to the BHC for making this a highlight of my day.”
Read More“I love the community. I love Ballard and BHC gives me more of a local Ballard feel than any other place can provide.“
Read MoreAll you have to do is spell your name and do the workout with the corresponding letters. If you have a short name and/or it's too easy, you can add your last name as well!
Read MoreHave you ever wondered if you are eating too much salt? Or perhaps you’re an athlete, and need to work on consuming more in order to prevent dehydration. Read on to learn more about salt!
Read More“BHC is hands-down the best gym I've ever belonged to (and there have been many)… I love the fact that BHC is always striving to improve and asking members what we would like to see happen with space or classes, and the new small group training space upstairs is a great addition. And all the trainers are so friendly and helpful!”
Read MoreWhy sacrifice your workouts while traveling? You can do body weight exercises anywhere! Try these strength and conditioning super-sets on your trips or in your backyard (during a stay-cation), and invite a buddy!
Read MoreAre you interested in learning how to get the most flavor and nutrition out of the fruits and vegetables you already eat? See below for 12 terrific tips on how to do so, from the book, “Eating on the Wild Side” by Jo Robinson.
Read MoreThis month’s Member Spotlight is a little different! Michael Collins & Julie Steck share their story of how regular Silver Plus attendance made them strong-and-able on their trip in France.
Read MoreStay injury free this summer by incorporating these functional exercises into your routine! Mobility is essential to performance as well as efficiency in movement. To perform at your highest level, corrective exercises should be performed in your training.
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