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How NOT to Exercise if You are Over the age 40 and Want to Avoid Injury, and A Key Element To Include to See Significant long term Results Mar 26, 2023
What should I not do for exercise if you are over 40?
 
As we age, our bodies undergo various changes that impact our physical abilities, including our strength, stamina, and flexibility. As a result, exercising becomes increasingly important, but our approach to exercise should be mod...
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FC Bio- Taylor Pagenkopf Mar 25, 2023

Meet our Fitness Consultant, Taylor!

I grew up about 30 minutes away in Winona, Minnesota with my younger sister Katie. In high school, I played volleyball and ran track. During my track seasons is when I started working out more seriously and really started to see results. Throughout both high sch...

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Simplify Your Nutrition Mar 24, 2023

There's so much information surrounding nutrition these days, it's easy to fall into traps of overcomplicating everything. Some diets tell you to completely restrict one food group, or food "type" or limit the times that you can eat.

Think about it this way: if you were going to buy a house, would ...

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Tight Trapezius Muscles Mar 22, 2023

Are you struggling with tight trapezius muscles? 

We tend to hold a lot of stress in our shoulders which often times leads to tight trap muscles. One way to relax the traps is to correct posture by pulling shoulders down, away from our ears. A few others way to relieve trap tightness is by rolling ...

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Wellness = Integration Mar 20, 2023

Wellness is more than just exercising and healthy eating. All of our actions, feelings and beliefs are an integral part of wellness and our well-being. These reasons are why it is so important to always have a postive mindset and believe in ourselves. 

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Why Motivation is a Myth, and the First step towards Creating Perpetual Motivation Mar 19, 2023
For those who are motivated and those who are unmotivated to get in shape, or those who are in a demotivated lull, there's good news for you. There's a means to creating consistent and lasting results-perpetual motivation-that increases your energy, improves your health and stamina, and helps yo...
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FC Bio - Konner Olson Mar 18, 2023

Meet our Fitness Consultant, Konner!

I grew up as the oldest of 4 in Westby. While in school I played football, basketball, and baseball, which grew my love for athletics and activity in general. During high school and college, I poured concrete as a summer job. Seeing the toll hard labor took on t...

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Happy St. Patricks Day! Mar 17, 2023

Protein Treats Recipe

 

1 Cup Rolled Oats

 

½ Cup Flax Seed

 

â…” Cup Creamy Peanut Butter

 

2 tbsp Honey

 

½ Cup Chocolate Chips

 

ÂĽ Cup Chopped Andes Mints

 

Nutrition: Roughly 150 Calories and 8g Protein Per Treat

 

*These are topped with green food-colored Almond Bark, but they are...

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Sciatic Nerve Pain Mar 15, 2023

Are you struggling with sciatic nerve pain?
If so, these exercises can provide a lot of relief. Coupled with a comprehensiveexercise program, they can reduce symptoms and help you back towards a pain-free life!
1. Figure 4 stretch. This targets the piriformis, which can become very tight especially w...

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Work for it, More than you hope for it. Mar 13, 2023

Hoping to accomplish a goal is the first step, but in order to actually achieve that goal comes with working towards it. Success always comes from hard work. Always work hard towards your goal and you will accomplish anything!

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How to Overcome Back Pain for Good without Medication or Seeing a Specialist Mar 12, 2023
Back pain can be incredibly uncomfortable and debilitating, and if you’re dealing with it, you’re probably eager to find a solution that doesn’t involve medication or seeing a specialist. While medications and specialists can be helpful, there are also many ways to overcome back pain for good withou...
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Fish Friday - The Northstar Way Mar 10, 2023

Friday Fish nights are a common Midwest tradition, especially for those that practice Lent. However, most Fish Fridays at restaurants consist of beer-battered fish with plenty of fries on the side. If you're looking to keep this tradition, but still keep it  healthy, this recipe is for you!

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