Fitness Articles

Come Run With Us At The Everglow 5k

Sorry for the short notice on this, but we just partnered with EverGlow 5k for THE coolest running event of the year!  It will be held at Ford Park on Saturday June 28th. The normal registration fee is $59 but as a member of Exygon, we’re offering you (and all your friends) a limited-time registration […]

Four Simple Workout Tips

1. Workout Multiple Muscle Groups The more muscles you work at one time, the more calories you’ll burn. Compounding exercises, like squats, dead lifts and bench presses, will give you the most bang for your buck as they engage multiple muscles in your upper or lower body simultaneously. Revamp your routine by including exercises that […]

How Can I Continue to Lose Weight When Attending Events?

Easily, but it takes the right attitude.  Be willing to bring your own food to an event if you feel the food served will not help you lose weight.  If you bring your own food, put a smile on your face and let others know you are trying to bring more health and fitness into […]

High-Intensity Interval Training (H.I.I.T.)

A worldwide survey conducted by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) concluded that the hottest fitness trend of 2014 is High-Intensity Interval Training. H.I.I.T. gets you more fit in less time and supercharges your metabolism! The workouts usually include a short burst of intense exercise followed by a short break for recovery. This style […]

Which Workout Is Best For You?

The structure of your workout will depend on how many days a week you plan on exercising. A person exercising 1-2 times a week is recommended to do a full body workout using the primary major muscle groups: chest, back, core, quadriceps, and hamstrings. A person attending the gym 3-4 times a week is suggested […]

Why Should I Eat Breakfast?

Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day? Perhaps you learned at an early age to wake up, get moving and grab a snack a “little” later.  If you are not eating breakfast within the first hour of waking, you may be setting the tone for the rest of the day. Here are […]