Blog For Tag "fitness"

posted by Jason Trierweiler on Friday, January 9, 2026 Looking to make health a priority this year—even when the weather isn't ideal? This blog focuses on the power of intentional movement and how small, purposeful choices like taking the stairs, getting steps indoors, or staying active at home can add up to big health benefits. Learn how Spencer Hospital's Athletic Enhancement & Adult Fitness Center supports realistic goal-setting, year-round movement, and sustainable habits to help you feel better, move more, and stay motivated all year long.

posted on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 Make your health a priority in 2025. Setting achievable wellness goals is a fantastic way to prioritize your health, and we are here to guide you in creating sustainable habits and achieving your goals.

posted by Tim Birkey on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 A new year brings a fresh new start to many people's health and wellness goals. As a strength and conditioning coaches, our personal trainers at Spencer Hospital's Athletic Enhancement program are pretty accustom to seeing a packed fitness center in early January, but as the calendar pages turn, we start to see the number of participants wane. How do you create a successful, life-long wellness plan? It starts with one step at a time.

posted by Tim Birkey on Thursday, October 24, 2019 For centuries human beings have been in search of the most effective methods to train the body. Over the years some methods have evolved, some have vanished and some, although occasionally abandoned and overlooked, have stood the test of time. Bodyweight training is one of the simplest methods of training and conditioning known to humankind.

posted by Sarah Goodchild and Melissa Horkey on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 Most people know that exercise is beneficial for pregnant women but it was always thought that those benefits were just for the mom. There is now a study that has shown that aerobic exercise during pregnancy improves the baby's gross motor skills.