One Mom’s Narrative about the Evolution of Her Healthy Lifestyle Once upon a time, before Kids entered the picture, I could be found in the gym. A lot. I taught group fitness classes, ran with friends, worked out with friends – working out was a social thing for me, and it kept me busy. Very
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Have you ever thought about lifeguarding? While at times challenging, lifeguarding is a very rewarding job – and could be perfect for those who love the water. Here are 5 great reasons why you should consider becoming a lifeguard. 1. Lifeguards save lives All lifeguards save lives. Sometimes, this looks exactly how you might imagine:
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. A hard workout today could mean a lot of soreness tomorrow. Adding foam rolling can help. These simple foam tubes can be used in a number of ways to help massage your muscles – before or after your workout. Rolls come in different densities to fit your preference, and the benefits of using them
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With the 121st Boston Marathon less than a week away, MIT Recreation is thrilled to highlight a few members of our community who will run this year. Training for a marathon takes hard work and discipline, and we applaud these runners for their dedication. We especially wish them luck, safety and maybe even some good
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Flexibility. In the world of athletics, it’s an essential element for fitness. Forget to stretch those newly minted leg muscles and they might just trip you up – literally. In life, flexibility is equally essential. Things change, after all – jobs, goals, even weekend plans. If you can’t go with the flow (at least some
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So you want to add running to your workout routine! Congratulations – running is fun, energizing, and even social. But what do you need to get started? Is it going to cost you a lot? Is it hard? Good news. Running is a very inexpensive, easy-to-start sport. You can run indoors on a track or
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