For some of us, snow has been hard to come by this year - for others it's been over abundant. It's time for us to use snow to our advantage. Here are a few ways to investigate what's happening with...
Is your New Year’s resolution to run?
So you nailed down your goal - you want to start running! Whether that be a 5k, 10k, just getting out the door and running a mile... now how do you get started? Here are three of the best ways...
The key to consistent workouts over the holidays…
It's FitSimple... phone a friend.Recent research by the Society of Behavioral Medicine shows that the key barrier to achieving recommended intensity and duration of physical activity is motivation. The findings: Participants exercised significantly longer and at improved performance on an...
Another reason to run… it can make you HIGH!
Have you ever heard of a runner's high? It's a real thing; and if you haven't experienced it, you're missing out!Studies have shown that people felt affects like that of mood-altering drugs or even feelings similar to being in love...
5 reasons to hire a running coach…
FitSimple is changing a bit but our goal remains the same - to provide an easy, effective way to get fit and stay healthy - so we're now offering well-rounded fitness through running and strength. What does this mean? Run planning...
Brr… 5 things to remember when working out in the cold
'Tis the season for more than just holidays and family time. If you love outdoor fitness and live in an area with all four seasons, it's getting chilly out there! Here are a few key things to remember to keep...
Top 10 fitness trends for 2016
Every year the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) researches and releases the most popular fitness trends for the following year. The top 10 fitness trends for 2016 are:1. Wearable Technology: includes fitness trackers, smart watches, heart rate monitors, and GPS...
4 ways to boost happiness with working out…
I usually find that after I get past the initial "get out of the house" moment and truly get down to the work of working out, that I come away with a clearer more focused mind, don't you? So much...
When a family vacation becomes an adventure!
You go on vacation and you expect to lose your routine - workout, food, sleep, etc. Everything gets thrown up in the air. Instead of getting frustrated, be inventive. How can you see or experience a new city in a different...
The greatest Fall exercise you should be doing!
Fall is here! Finally a bit of cool weather and that nice crisp breeze in the air. Here comes the best time of year for one of the most fun exercises you can find... and the best part is -...