Foods from around the world are healthy and delicious! Here are some examples of healthful menu items from global cultures and traditions: https://sm.eatright.org/globalfoods  #NationalNutritionMonth

Cooking at home can be healthy, rewarding and cost-effective! Try these seven simple techniques to enhance your food’s taste and experiment with flavor combinations: https://www.eatright.org/food/planning-and-prep/cooking-tips-and-trends/enhancing-the-flavor-of-your-meals #NationalNutritionMonth

Leg Curl on Leg Ext Machine During a busy gym time, a quick superset for you is to superset your leg extensions with a leg curl. Facing the leg extension, […]

Planning ahead can help save money and reduce mealtime stress! Follow these steps to plan and prepare meals that fit your preferences and lifestyle:   1)Make a menu  2)Stock your pantry, […]

Coach Alli demonstrates proper push up form and gives additional tips. Push up Form  Tuck elbows into the side   Keep core engaged   Shoulders, hips, knees and ankles should be in […]

A squat is useful to everyone every day. You utilize this movement when sitting down, standing up, or picking something up off of the floor. An improper squat can lead […]

Your favorite cultural foods can be part of a healthful eating plan! Here are some ideas for a variety of healthy, cultural meals provided by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: […]

Tips for the kettlebell deadlift:  It’s a safe exercise if you’re doing it correctly and is easier to learn than the barbell   Don’t set up too far away from the […]

This year’s theme is Celebrate a World of Flavors! Throughout March, embrace the foods and flavors of your heritage and other global cultures.  During #NationalNutritionMonth and beyond, choose delicious and […]

SMART is an acronym we can use to guide our goal setting. This helps to ensure that our goals are meaningful and reachable.  Each goal should be:  Specific  Measurable  Achievable  […]

National Heart Health Month: Saturated vs Unsaturated fats    Saturated and unsaturated fats are important terms to know. One improves your heart health while the other ensues further risk.   Saturated fats […]

National heart health month and Valentine’s Day! Is dark chocolate really that good for you? Are you buying your loved one dark chocolate this Valentine’s Day? Research suggests a diet […]

Not able to fit in a workout for the day? Do you not have 30 full minutes? Don’t worry! You don’t need to work out all at once. You can still […]

National heart health month: Are some versions of salt healthier than others?  Popular types of salt include table salt, sea salt, and pink Himalayan salt. Sea salt and pink Himalayan […]

Cues: 1. Upright torso – Think of your torso like a clock – Sitting upright in the 12 o’clock position 2. Start with a leg drive, keep your arms extended […]

Trainer Tip by Adam Shook, Health Coach As exercise professionals, we often are tasked with providing and finding ways to motivate our clients. This can be a difficult task because […]

February is National Heart Health Month! Salt is a major ingredient of concern when it comes to heart health. The American Heart Association tells us that too much sodium can […]

Rest time can be a confusing subject while strength training. So here are a couple of basic recommended rest times during your workout based on what your goals are. Goal […]

Did you know eating certain foods can help you prevent conditions like cataracts, macular degeneration, and glaucoma?    To help reduce your risk for cataracts, choose foods like strawberries, bell peppers, […]

Two things you could add to your workout are paused reps and eccentric reps. Both of these are typically done using free weights. Paused reps are done by pausing all […]

Did you know eating certain foods can help you prevent conditions like cataracts, macular degeneration, and glaucoma?    Kale has nutrients that may protect your eyes from sunlight damage, and decrease […]

Bloomington, Illinois — January 12, 2022 – Carle Health & Fitness Center announced today that it has been named a winner in the 3rd Annual MXM Locations of Excellence Awards.  This […]

Whether you follow a vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, or all foods included diet, one thing they all should have in common is this:  Make sure to always include a source of […]

Consider changing your cardio equipment, style, or timing for a boost to your stagnant workout program. Changing Equipment Take advantage of all the cardio equipment in the Center and use […]

Are you catching your Z’s? I think it is safe to say that everyone could use some better sleep at night, especially around the winter holidays. Experts recommend 7-9 hours […]

If you’re like many other people, you are probably extra motivated right now to improve your health and fitness. It’s a great idea to start the new year off with […]

Bolthouse Farms is a brand I recommend a lot when it comes to salad dressings, but they also have healthier versions of holiday drinks!  A “short” size at Starbucks provides […]

Be sure to lock your elbows into your side when performing tricep extensions. This will allow you to isolate your triceps for maximal engagement. Common faults to avoid: -excessive elbow […]

Bolthouse Farms is a brand I recommend a lot when it comes to salad dressings, but they also have healthier versions of holiday drinks!  A traditional eggnog such as the […]

Trainer Tip by: Leah Sanders Did you know that Vitamin D is essential for staying healthy and fighting infection? Vitamin D is also known as the “sunshine vitamin.” How do […]