Merritt Clubs Blog

We all seem to fall easily into routines. Whether it be getting up and performing the same daily tasks, or following the same route to work, or setting a work routine, we do it all the time. So have you developed a fitness routine yet? A fitness routine is so important to living a healthy lifestyle. Take a look at a few of the great benefits starting and maintaining a fitness routine can do for you.

There are a variety of avenues a man can take to lead a healthier way of life, but there are three primary components that men need to live a healthy lifestyle. 

It can be intimidating to work out in a fitness gym. First of all, you probably notice all of the really fit people, especially if you have some weight to lose. Then, there are the complicated machines staring at you. Also, if you decide to try some of the classes, you might be intimidated by all of the people who seem to know exactly what to do. Especially if you have not worked out in a while, you might be a little worried about stepping into a gym.

The human body weighs less in water, so there’s a sense of natural buoyancy when you go swimming at a fitness center.  Although you’re working your body hard, you still get the feeling that you’re floating around and having fun.

You probably put a lot of thought into choosing shoes to wear to health clubs, but you may not realize your socks are important too. Modern technology has expanded your options when it comes to workout socks that will protect your feet, and keep you safer and more comfortable while you jog on the treadmill or build up your biceps.

For years, respected periodicals like the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, have confirmed that combining treatment methods may help adults and children cope with their abnormal curvatures. The areas that typically show the most improvement after physiotherapy treatment are pain management, spirometry and range of movement. However, when physiotherapy and exercise are used with other treatments, patients may also experience marked reductions in their Cobb angles.

Getting fit is a goal that many have, but not everyone achieves. Getting out there and going to the gym is only half the battle. If you have a specific weight-loss goal or want to work on specific areas, you may be lost as to what exercises, machines or classes to work into your routine. With personal training sessions from a qualified trainer, you can get a number of benefits that will help your goal of getting fit.

Walking by itself may not be enough to fight osteoporosis, but strength training at a qualified fitness center like Merritt Athletic Clubs can help you to protect your bones. Exercise intensity is key for seniors who are concerned about avoiding fractures.

Did you happen to pick up a copy of the February 2015 issue of American Journal of Clinical Nutrition? It contains information about a fascinating study that was recently completed by researchers in the Netherlands. The study focused on the benefits of whey proteins. It proved that they have the ability to help overweight adults lose pounds without sacrificing physical strength and muscle mass. The whey proteins that are said to be the most beneficial are those that include vitamin D and leucine. So you might want to consider incorporating them into your plans for a healthy life.

The metabolism is responsible for converting calories into energy. The rate at which this is able to occur can be affected in a positive way, by incorporating specific foods in your diet. Fiber and lean protein are two examples of foods that support metabolic strength. Food that supports metabolic weight loss often takes more energy to digest and is naturally lower in calories.