Winston Salem Summer Camps

Winston Salem summer camps are wildly popular among children, teens and parents alike.  That’s probably why there are more than 65 local options from which to pick.  Most of the options you’ll find are day camps but there are a …Continue reading →

Practical Fitness Tips

Modest things that get your family members to move more often will help all of you maintain a healthy weight. Pick a different tip each week for you and your loved ones to try out. See if you are able …Continue reading →

Winston Salem Fitness : Calories Expended During Certain Activities   

ACTIVITY*    Calories expended in 30 minutes  Male (175 lbs)    Calories expended in 30 minutes  Female (135 lbs) Bicycling 12-13.9 mph (moderate effort)    334   258 Circuit Training     334   258 Stretching, hatha yoga    167   129 Dancing – general    188   145 Dancing – ballet, modern    251   193 House …Continue reading →

Winston Salem Fitness : Need Make sure to help Figuring Out What Qualifies as Exercise?

Be sure to check Out These Suggestions There are numerous activities that can be worked into your day that do not involve going to the fitness center or an aerobics class. A few alternative ideas are listed below • Walk! …Continue reading →

Winston Salem Fitness : Incorporating Exercise Into Your Life

Now that you’ve been convinced of how important physical activity is to your health and well being, the next step is incorporating it into your life. Lucky for all of us, becoming more physically active is a cinch! It’s just …Continue reading →

Winston Salem Fitness : Physical Activity

What Is Exercise? • Physical activity doesn’t need to be strenuous to achieve health benefits. • Men and women of all ages benefit from a moderate amount of daily exercise (for example – 30 minutes of brisk walking or 15 …Continue reading →

Winston Salem Fitness : Swimming Equipment

A swimsuit, a pair of goggles, a swim partner or lifeguard, and a pool are all you need for splashing around or swimming laps. A swimsuit saves you embarrassment (or keeps you out of jail). Goggles keep water out of …Continue reading →

Winston Salem Fitness : Stairclimbing

Equipment Used When Stairclimbing • Stairmaster 4000 PT • ClimbMax • Stepmill 7000 PT • Alpine Stairclimber • Versa Climber • Regular stairs Variations On Stairclimbing • Stair stepper machine with side hand rails • Stair stepper with hand rails …Continue reading →

Winston Salem Fitness : Equipment Needed For Running

A pair of running footwear and clothing appropriate for the weather are all you need. A pair footwear will cost anywhere from $40 to $120. Be sure you purchase footwear that are the proper size. Feet have varied shapes (even …Continue reading →

Winston Salem Fitness : Jumping Rope

Jumping Rope Equipment • Jump Rope • Appropriate footwear Jumping Rope Variations Jumping Rope – Low Level of Difficulty • Double foot jump – Both feet take off from the ground slightly and land together. • Alternate foot jump – …Continue reading →

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