The foundation of good health lies in what we eat along with exercise, sleep, and emotional health. Today, we’re excited to talk about five phenomenal foods that should be in your weekly menu and on your shopping list: avocado, eggs, almonds, watermelon, and the ancient grain quinoa. Let’s dive in and explore why these foods […]
Welcome to our monthly p.r.e.p. corner! This month highlights the interconnectedness of nutrition, exercise, and foundational habits in achieving optimal health. p.r.e.p. Director Lisa Woodcock’s insights on embracing process goals echo Nurse Deena’s approach to customizable meals – both emphasize the importance of consistency and mindful choices. Let’s dive into our 3 tips for hitting […]
When it comes to fitness, many people focus on aerobic exercise like running. While aerobic workouts are important especially for cardiovascular health, anaerobic exercise is crucial for a well-rounded fitness routine and maintaining health. Our guide will examine anaerobic exercise, why it’s important, its benefits, and the different types of anaerobic exercises and provide […]
Is your child ready to dive into the wonderful world of swimming? At acac, we have programs dedicated to swimmers of all ages with swim safety at the core of our curriculum. Our classes and instructors will help your child build foundational water safety skills and confidence that will last a lifetime. Let’s examine this […]
Pickleball is a mashup of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, and although it may seem like a new game, it originated in the mid-1960s on Bainbridge Island, Washington. Played as a backyard game at picnics and family reunions that the whole family could play, it has now morphed into an international sensation. Its rising popularity […]
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 […]
Collagen is to the 2020s what Diet Coke was to the 90s. Wherever you go, it’s always, “Collagen is amazing,” “Collagen helped my hair grow,” “Collagen paid my taxes.” But, do any of us actually know what collagen is? Or what it does? Well, if after 200+ Instagram posts dedicated to touting the unmatched, secret […]
Zumba marked its 20th anniversary last year since being founded in 2001 by Columbian dancer and choreographer Alberto Perez. But for many, Zumba classes are still relatively new. So, what exactly is Zumba? Zumba is a Latin-inspired dance-based fitness class. Zumba classes are considered cardio and aerobic workouts due to the ability to increase the […]
Tennis is one of those trickster sports that never seems like a serious workout, but actually is a complete full-body exercise that combines all the various elements of cardio, strength training, hand-eye-coordination, and flexibility into one perfect aerobic activity. At ACAC, tennis is one of our favorite racquet sports and ultimate choice in exercise for […]
Cardiovascular fitness, or Cardio Fitness, in essence, is pretty simple: it’s a type of exercise or activity that is done for an extended period of time and requires a heavy increase of oxygen to the muscles in order to increase longevity and endurance. And while most people know popular cardio exercises, there’s still a lot […]