Welcome to the Prescription Fitness Workout Advice and Fitness Tips blog, your go-to resource for expert guidance on achieving your health and fitness goals. Whether you’re new to working out or a seasoned fitness enthusiast, our blog offers practical advice, from effective strength training routines to essential recovery techniques. We dive into topics like the benefits of resistance training for aging, how to prevent injuries while training, and the importance of a balanced diet to complement your exercise regimen. Our mission is to provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to succeed, helping you transform your fitness journey with tailored insights and actionable tips. Explore our blog, ask questions, and discover how you can elevate your workout routine and lead a healthier life.
Effects of Sleep on Your Health
Written By Elsie Velazquez Cert. Personal Trainer Prescription Fitness Sleep health is something you probably do not give much thought to. Did you know that sleep plays a very important role in your health and well-being throughout your life. Getting enough quality sleep at can help protect your mental [...]
Tips on How to Eat Right.
Written By Nada Popovic BWU Health Coaching and Promotion Intern with Prescription Fitness Getting active is critical but feeding your body the proper nutrients is just as important. Changes in health don’t happen overnight, making small changes can have a long-lasting effect on your body. Find the right balance [...]
Move of the Month: Push Ups
Written By Beth Funari Sims Cert. Personal Trainer Prescription Fitness Push ups have been around forever. In fact, you probably completed your first push up as a young kid in grade school gym class. Push ups are one of the most polarizing exercises. Some people loathe them. And believe [...]
Cardiovascular Disease: Signs and Prevention
Written By Elsie Velazquez Cert. Personal Trainer Prescription Fitness Cardiovascular disease (often referred to as heart disease) is a general name for a wide variety of diseases, disorders and conditions that affect the heart and/or blood vessels. According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood institute, Cardiovascular disease is [...]
TOTAL BODY CIRCUIT TRAINING
Written By Elsie Velazquez Cert. Personal Trainer Prescription Fitness If you feel that there are not enough hours in the day and that finding time for a workout is nearly impossible on most days, this article is for you! Why?! Because I am going to discuss total body circuit [...]
Heart Healthy Nutrition
Written by Beth Funari Sims Cert. Personal Trainer with Prescription Fitness It’s Valentine’s Week so let’s talk about our hearts. First, the not so lovely stats: Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. According to the CDC roughly 610,000 people die of heart [...]
Cardio: What It Is, Why It Matters, & How to Make It Work for You
Cardiovascular exercise—commonly known as “cardio”—involves sustained, rhythmic movements that engage large muscle groups and elevate your heart rate. Activities like brisk walking, running, swimming, and cycling fall into this category. Why Cardio Is Essential: Beyond Weight Loss While many associate cardio with weight management, its benefits extend far beyond the [...]
How to Record Your Nutrition
Written By Beth Funari Sims Cert. Personal Trainer Prescription Fitness Nutrition is a vital part of the healthy lifestyle equation. What you put into your body has major effects on an individual’s longevity, vital organs, weight and quality of life. You may have been reminded by your trainer how [...]