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Spring often brings renewed motivation to get active. Warmer weather, longer days, and the return of outdoor activities inspire many people to run, hike, cycle, or hit the gym. However, this surge in activity can sometimes lead to injuries if training intensity increases too quickly. Jumping into new routines, trying unfamiliar exercises, or pushing too…
Summer’s moving fast and will be gone before we know it, but the August heat is here, and it’s often the hardest time to stay consistent with our summer workouts. Schedules get busy with school starting back up, and last-minute getaway vacations mean workouts take a back seat. But this time of year is exactly…
Whether you’re an athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone committed to a regular fitness routine, recovery is just as important as the workout itself. At acac, we offer comprehensive recovery solutions that support your body’s natural healing process, help reduce soreness, and keep you moving comfortably. From post-workout care to general wellness support, our recovery…
As spring rolls in, many of us are eager to get outside. Whether it’s walking the dog, pickleball, yard work, or neighborhood pick-up games, we’re ready to enjoy the great outdoors. But with that springtime energy often comes an unexpected reality: soreness, stiffness, or injuries that remind us maybe we should take it slow. That’s…
p.r.e.p. Corner is a monthly blog put together by our in-house medical fitness professionals from our physician referred exercise program (p.r.e.p.) here at acac! Working out is super important; obviously, as a health club, we preach that! However, a huge and often forgotten aspect of health and wellness is post-workout recovery. Proper recovery maximizes the…
While you may have heard about the importance of stretching and flexibility, did you know that putting this practice into action will benefit you physically, mentally, and emotionally too? Most days, we spend countless hours at work sitting at a desk or at home watching TV on the couch, letting our bodies sit idle. Taking…
Originally Published: May 24, 2017 Whether you took an energizing group exercise class, went for a run, or worked out around the club with a trainer, a good cool down is important! We asked a few of our Group Exercise Directors at acac for their insight. What does a cool down do for you? . . . A…
Originally Published: Jan 23, 2020 We all know the importance of stretching before and after physical activity. But did you know that it’s even more important in the wintertime? Cold weather causes our muscles to contract and tighten in order to conserve body heat. This contraction results in stiff joints and a lower range of…
Originally Published: Mar 07, 2018 Many people go to the gym and rush through their workout without making time to warm up, cool down, or properly stretch. Forgoing these activities results in sore muscles, slower movements, and weaker performance during exercise. Enter the foam roller. A foam roller looks like a Styrofoam tube and can usually be…
Yoga is often considered a solo activity – a time for self-reflection, for being quiet and achieving inner peace. Successfully practicing yoga with a partner, however, requires a different set of skills: communication, awareness of others and a sense of cooperation outside the self. Partner yoga may seem intimidating, especially if you’re new to yoga in general. But…
Published: Jan 09, 2020 Stay warm this winter with heated yoga! Whether you’ve been practicing yoga for years or you are a beginner student, heated yoga will take your practice to the next level. Yoga is considered heated or hot when the room temperature ranges between 80 – 100 degrees F. What are the benefits of heated yoga? Practicing…
