Fitness apps have gone mainstream. Users installed them 3.6 billion times in 2024—up six percent year on year—setting the stage for a 2025 where your phone, watch, and even ring act as trainer, nutritionist, and wellness coach.Options now range from wall-based workouts in WallPilates to adaptive home sessions in Hoola fitness app workouts, showing just […]
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You’ve probably tried all the classic tricks to stay motivated in your workouts… setting a playlist, finding an accountability buddy, downloading a fitness tracker that reminds you (guilt-trips you, really) to move. But what if your next surge of workout inspiration came from something a little more mystical? Enter tarot cards—the centuries-old deck often used
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When people search for the most comfortable walking shoes, the results are usually filled with heavily cushioned sneakers or orthopedic-style shoes. Comfort is often equated with padding and support. But a growing number of walkers and health-conscious consumers are asking a new question: is thick cushioning really the best path to comfort? Minimalist and barefoot
Staying active when your heel feels like it has a vendetta against you can be tricky, but it doesn’t have to mean giving up the workouts you love. Plantar Fasciitis often sneaks up on people who’ve been pushing hard at the gym or pounding the pavement, and while it can change how you train, it
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You probably think breathing is the one thing you’ve got nailed. You’ve been doing it since you were born, you don’t have to schedule it into your calendar, and it doesn’t require an app subscription. Inhale, exhale, repeat. Done. Except it’s not done. Because somewhere between checking your phone for the seventh time before coffee
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Shoulder pain is a challenge that affects daily life more than most people realize. The shoulder is a complex joint that supports a wide range of motion, making it vulnerable to injury and strain. Pain in this area can stem from various causes such as injury, wear and tear, inflammation, or degenerative conditions. Understanding the
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Anxiety often feels overwhelming, but treatment does not have to rely on medication alone. Psychiatry provides proven tools such as therapy and medication, yet many people benefit from adding strategies that address the body as well as the mind. Functional training can support psychiatry by targeting physical health, brain function, and stress response, which together
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Hot flashes are sudden waves of heat that can cause sweating, flushing, and discomfort, often arriving without warning. They are one of the most common symptoms of menopause and can affect sleep, concentration, and daily comfort. While they are a normal part of this stage of life, the intensity and frequency can vary widely. Some
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Many people with PCOS feel the frustration of working out regularly but not seeing results. Low energy, fatigue, and stubborn weight can make every PCOS workout feel like it is not working. The missing link is not just the exercise but the fuel. A balanced PCOS diet can boost energy, support recovery, and make workouts
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Being a personal trainer is an awesome gig… you get to help people get stronger, healthier, and more confident. But let’s be real: the schedule can be unpredictable, clients cancel last minute, and the paycheck isn’t always as consistent as those squats you program. That’s why so many trainers are branching out into side hustles.
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