Knee pain when performing squats is a common issue we see. Having correct form in a squat is crucial for safety and strength in tons of daily activities so here's a few reasons your squats might be causing you pain, as well as some movements to fix them!

Problem #1 - Knee valgus. This is an inwa...

Happy Monday! Happy Monday! A healthy outside always starts from the inside. Healthy eating along with a healthy, postive mindset always leads to a healthy outside! 

This month we are highlighting Tom Ladwig!  We wanted to recognize Tom for his huge improvement in stamina, really noting a positive shift in mindset and appreciating the healthy Northstar lifestyle.  

We wanted to especially recognize his consistent and full effort...despite his verbal unwillingne...

Check out this healthy yogurt oat blueberry muffin recipe that is tasty and healthy! These are good for snacks or breakfast foods! 

Makes about 12 muffins

Prep time: 20 mins, cook time: 17 mins

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227 g) plain Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup  milk
• 1  large egg
• 1 teaspoon  vanilla
• ⅓ c...

Glute Bridge

Cat Cow Pose

Child Pose

*Really remember to engage your core and keep your breath during these exercises

*Weak core often leads to low back pain*

There's no such thing as the perfect exercise routine.
Instead of searching for it through workouts you hate, choose exercises that you enjoy.
It'll greatly improve your mental health and ability to stay consistent!

Anyone else ready for summer?
This pineapple-crusted salmon recipe is a great option to help usher in the warmer weather!

8 (4 oz) Salmon Fillets

1 (20 oz.) can crushed pineapple in juice, drained

2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning

3/4 tsp. crushed red pepper seasoning

1/3 cup brown sugar

Directio...

One of the most common questions asked is " How hard should I be working?" To answer that question, we are going to talk about the exercise intensity and the RPE scale. RPE stands for Rating of Perceived Exertion, and that tells us how hard we felt our effort was in an exercise bout. The RPE scale i...

We had a great time Saturday on our first organized hike! Although it was colder than expected in Upper Hixon, the rain held off and it ended up being great conditions for a walk. Thanks to everyone who joined us!

Check out the views from Sugar Loaf Bluff in Winona, MN. One of our Fitness Consultants, Taylor, took like this picture after hiking Sugar Loaf Bluff a few weeks ago with the warmer weather. Summer is right around the corner and we are looking forward to more views and more hikes like this one! The ...

The glutes are essential in almost all functional exercises, especially in motions like standing up and walking.
Working on the glutes with low-impact exercises like these is a great way to build strength safely and effectively!