We've had a lot of feedback from our clients that many of their family and friends aren't aware of what resistance training actually is or why they do it. So, we thought it would be a great topic to go over!

The definition of resistance training is "a form of exercise designed to increase muscular ...

It's easy to choose the path of least resistance, to look for the quick fix to all our problems.
If you're looking for lasting results and pride in your choices, you'll need to avoid those temptations.
Trust the process and avoid the traps of "quick success": The results will be greater and you'll g...

If your low back pain is preventing you from doing the things you love, you need to strengthen and stretch the low back musculature. Check out this example of exercises to help strengthen the low back along with a stretch to help with pain!

Exercises include: Birddogs- this exercise help with core ...

The results are always worth it, if you work hard. Whether it be a small task or a big a task, as long as you work hard towards that goal, it will always be worth it in the end! Make it a great day!

Do you struggle with balance and confidence in daily activities?
If so, odds are you aren't properly activating your core.
A stable core is essential to regain that quality of life you're searching for.
Here you'll find examples of good vs bad core, and an exercise to practice!

There's few better feelings than waking up with focused intent on your goals, and ending the day knowing you did everything you could to reach them.
What are you working towards today?

Recipe from delish.com

Ingredients:

4 boneless skinless chicken breast

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

4 oz. cream cheese, softened 

1/2 c. frozen spinach, defrosted, drained, and squeezed 

1/3 c. chopped canned artichoke hearts

1 c. shredded mozzarella, divided

Pinch crushed red...

Posture is incredibly important, and not just for looking good!

Proper posture is directly responsible for mobile and flexible joints. This improved mobility also decreases aches and pains, and can prevent any nerve issues from popping up. Not just in the neck but the upper shoulders, back, and hip...

At a recent event, the winning "Team Creek" selected a charitable organization to give on behalf of Northstar and our clients.  The charity chosen was Wafer Food Pantry, and Northstar was happy to donate to aide in Wafer's mission. #Giveback #StrongCommunity 

Chicken Veggie Packets

Recipe from "Taste of Home"

Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots
1 cup pearl onions
1/2 cup julienned sweet red pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt...

This month we are highlighting Jill Marshall!  Jill has grown with us since our infancy, and was hesitant to join at first.  Before coming to Northstar, Jill had frozen shoulders on both shoulders.  Our team has worked to re-establish the musculature and movement around the joint, and she has since ...

Physically and psychologically, there's a multitude of benefits that come with getting your workouts in...especially when you don't want to!

Physically you'll increase your blood flow, heart rate, and muscle stimulation. When you hear weightlifters refer to "the pump", they're talking about the tem...