What Counts As Cardio?

“I hate cardio,” may be the most frequent comment we hear as personal trainers, but with further investigation, we often find that this statement just isn’t true....So how do we know if you actually don’t hate cardio as much as you think you do?

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WorkoutsBallard Health Club
Preserving Fresh Fruits and Veggies

Now is the time to take advantage of the season’s fresh fruits and vegetables in the PNW....Have you thought about saving some of these in-season treats for later?...There are several options for preserving food for later, but the easiest, most convenient and least time-consuming method is freezing.

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Judy Reed

The local ownership is huge for me. This is no factory workout, the owner and staff are super dedicated...I just recently went through cancer treatment, and kept at it the best I could. The support I received from staff and fellow boot camp participants was so wonderful and helped me get through it with flying colors.

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Shedding Light on Electrolytes

Many of us spend more time being active outdoors as the weather heats up, which means that we tend to sweat more during the hot months. When we sweat, we lose more than just water, we also lose electrolytes...So what exactly are electrolytes, and why are they important?

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Oscar W.

"I work out because it helps provide structure and stability for the other aspects of my life. It helps me feel better mentally and emotionally... I've been participating in the Small Group Training classes and that programming has been an immense help with allowing me to achieve my goals."

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