Our Fitness Blogs
5 Senior Mobility Exercises
Staying mobile and flexible is not just about keeping your body moving. It is the key to maintaining your independence, confidence, and ability to enjoy the activities you love as you age. Without regular movement, joints can stiffen, muscles can weaken, and everyday...
The Best Recovery Tips for Faster Fitness Progress
You’ve crushed your workout—but what you do after the gym matters just as much as what you did inside it. If you’re skipping recovery, you might be slowing your progress without realizing it. Muscle soreness after a tough workout is normal (and even a sign your body...
5 Quick Workouts for Busy Parents: Stay Fit Without Sacrificing Family Time
Finding time to fit fitness into a parent's daily schedule may seem like a heavy lift at first, but there are plenty of practical ways to prioritize your health without sacrificing precious family time. Defined Fitness makes it even easier by offering supervised...
The Benefits of Combining Cardio and Strength Training
Trying to build muscle, boost heart health, and burn fat—all at once? You don’t have to choose between cardio and strength training. In fact, the smartest workouts do both. By combining cardio and strength training, you get the full-body benefits of each while saving...
Overcoming Gym Anxiety as a Spanish Speaker in the U.S.
If you’re a Spanish speaker who’s still learning English and wants to join a gym in the U.S., you might be worrying that you won’t be welcome if you struggle to speak English. On top of worrying about potential language issues, many people struggle with...
How to Exercise Consistently (Even When You Don’t Feel Like It)
Starting an exercise routine can be exciting, but maintaining consistency is often challenging. It's completely normal to experience motivation dips and busy days. Thankfully, with the right strategies and realistic expectations, you can overcome these common...
5 Powerful Benefits of Group Fitness Classes That Will Transform Your Workout Routine
Whether you’re just getting into exercise or looking for a fitness community, group fitness classes can be a great option. In a fitness class, a personal trainer will lead you through a structured workout in a group setting, showing you how to properly perform the...
7 Strength Training Tips Beginners Should Embrace
7 Strength-Training Tips Beginners Should EmbraceWhen you’re just starting a strength training journey, it’s important to follow a few beginner strength trainer tips. By following a few tips and avoiding common weightlifting mistakes, you can protect your body from...