Childhood Obesity Month
In recognition of Childhood Obesity month Body Xchange would like to share some information to bring awareness to some of the risks and also provide a helpful guide that may assist children of all ages to lead a healthier lifestyle. A full 17 percent of children in...
Working Out Outside
Anyone who lives in a desert climate knows how high the temperatures can go. Some like to say that anything under 100 degrees feels akin to a cold snap. That may be true, but if you play your cards right, the weather shouldn't stop you from exercising outdoors. There...
The Importance of Exercise for Diabetics
As many of our regulars already know, the fight against diabetes is especially near and dear to the hearts of all of us here at Body Xchange. We understand the devastating effects of this disease, and we appreciate the talents of proper eating and appropriate...
Exercising While Away or on Vacation
Are you planning a getaway any time soon? Maybe your employer is sending you to an out-of-state office, or family responsibilities have called you across the country. It could even be a vacation. Regardless of the reason behind it, traveling for any length of time...
You Can’t Out Exercise A Bad Diet
Sometimes, decay appears to be an unavoidable fact of life, particularly if you look in a full-length mirror after staying away from the gym for three months or more. In addition to having lost muscle tone, you will likely have piled on a few more pounds than you...
Getting Back to the Gym After a Long Layoff
If laziness, busyness or constant distractions have recently wreaked havoc with your fitness routine, you're not alone. Many people slack off training from time to time, and when they find their strength and six-packs fading away, they often become all too eager to...
Weight Training Benefits & Tips
Who doesn’t want a body that’s stronger, thinner, healthier and buff? Enter the strength-building all-stars: weight and resistance training. Either of these workout types will get you to your fitness goals. Weight training experts understand that in pure weight...
Keeping Fit Over the Holidays
Hang on tight. The holidays are nearly here, and despite filling the air with joy and good will, this time of year can also spell disaster for your workout routine. With parties and get-togethers both in and out of work, it's hard to keep your fitness goals under...