Don’t be afraid of using canned products, even with seafood or poultry! a.       Fresh produce is great, but if you can’t use it in time it can waste your money. b.       Even […]

Did you know that according to the CDC, less than 10% of Americans consume enough fruits and vegetables? Fruits and vegetables play an important role in disease prevention. They contain […]

The thread the needle pose is a great way to stretch the upper back if you are sore from sitting at a computer, lifting heavy, or if you just slept […]

Do you have any new year’s resolutions in mind to begin in 2021? If you plan on making any changes to your diet, my biggest piece of advice is to […]

Dead bugs help build a solid and stable foundation that protects the spine.  Raise your arms up and bend your knees to about 90 degrees. Allow your shoulders and low […]

Did your bananas go old?  Instead of the age-old tip to make banana bread, try some healthy banana oatmeal muffins! You’ll need: 1 cup ripe bananas, ½ C. peanut butter, 2 […]

Coach Annalise and Coach Sean show us two stretches. Hamstring Stretch: This movement helps to stretch your hamstrings and improve mobility, flexibility, and strength in the legs and lower back. […]

Coach Jejo shows the proper form for squats along with a modification:  One for squat scalability (sit to stand and a full squat) and one for posture (wall angel) for […]

Whether you have small kids waking you up at the crack of dawn, grown kids that enjoy sleeping in, or it’s you and your spouse- Christmas can rightfully throw off […]

Have you been trying to improve your health but find yourself constantly surrounded with holiday desserts, foods, and snacks? Eating a nutritious diet can prevent you from overconsuming holiday treats […]

How to do a proper Lat Pull Down and Low Row – with Coach Allie and Coach Michael The pull motion is a tricky movement but is one of the […]

Are you confused about whether or not it’s good to have snacks? Having a healthy snack throughout the day can help you meet your nutritional needs, prevent you from becoming […]

Do you eat a nutritious breakfast but still find yourself hungry soon after? Check to see if you are including protein and complex carbohydrates which were suggested in the last […]

Planks are a great exercise to improve stability. Core stability helps alleviate low back pain, improve posture, and allows you to lift more weight with better form. Here are a […]

Carle Health & Fitness Center will have modified hours from November 26th – November 27th. Thursday, November 26th (Thanksgiving): CLOSED *There will also be no LIVE virtual Group Fitness Classes […]

When performing calf raises make sure you have the ball of your foot on an elevated surface. Squeeze your calves at the top and take your time bringing your heel […]

If you struggle with mid-morning energy crashes there are a few things you can try using nutrition! Last week’s tip was to add protein to your breakfast. This week combine […]

If you struggle from mid-morning energy crashes there are a few things you can try using nutrition! Adding protein to your breakfast is a great way to keep you satisfied […]

Are you worried about your posture? Adding banded face pulls to your exercises program will help pull your shoulders back giving you better alignment throughout the day. Ask one of […]

Hear from member Ashley Bass as she talks about her experience with Carle Health & Fitness Center.  This is “not your typical weight loss success story.”  Ashley walks us through […]

What aspects of your health & wellness have changed since joining Carle Health & Fitness Center? Health Improved: strength, flexibility and endurance, and more energy.   What have been your […]

As a medically-integrated health and fitness center, we are well-positioned to live life alongside coronavirus.  We continue to rely on local health experts to ensure that we are providing the […]

Carle Health & Fitness Center is committed to putting the health and safety of our community first by keeping our members and employees safe. Your investment in your health is […]

Join us for March Member Madness We’re celebrating current members and new members all month long! Here are just some of the fun things happening in March… March Member Referral […]