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Strong Women: The Importance of Strength Training for Optimal Health and Fitness

Ladies, it's time to pump some iron! Strength training is an essential component of overall health and fitness, and it's especially important for women. Unfortunately, many women still shy away from strength training, thinking that it's just for men or that it will...

What is Creatine?

Should women take creatine? What is Creatine? Let us first start off by defining creatine and what its basic function is. Creatine is a substance that is naturally found in the muscle cells of the body and helps produce energy for the muscles during high intensity...

How Running affects the body

Running is one of the oldest sports. The first known running competition was in ancient Greece during the first olympics. During this event the runner sprinted from one end of the arena to the other side. Nowadays running has many different styles people perform....

7 Tips to Have a Healthy Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a fun holiday where you can celebrate what you’re thankful for and enjoy a delicious meal with people you care about. However, Thanksgivings can also be a time where it can be easy to overindulge and to lose track of your health and fitness goals. Here...

4 Reasons Why You Should Start Boxing Today!

            Many people look to the standard methods of working out when they are seeking to burn some calories. Whether it be running on the treadmill, hitting the elliptical, or pumping some iron there are many...

What is Plantar Fasciitis and How Do I Stop it?

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It involves inflammation of a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes. Basically, the connection between the front of your heel, near your...

Eating Healthy – Fueling Your Body the Right Way

Understanding which foods are healthy to eat can be daunting... There's so many options out there... how do you know what is actually good for you and what is not? How do you eat healthy? Have no fear, Alpine Fitness is here to help! Eating healthy can be simple!...

6 Reasons Small Local Gyms Are Great

When it comes to working out and staying in shape, there are a lot of options out there. Big box gyms, boutique studios, home workouts, and everything in between. But one option that often gets overlooked are small local gyms. These gyms may not have all the bells and...

Weight Reduction Tips

Weight Reduction

How to Begin Exercising Again After 50 – The Best Way to Start

Returning to exercise after 50 can be overwhelming Knowing how to start exercising always seems to be a bit overwhelming, especially as we start to get older. Not only do we worry about the where and what with exercise, but as our bodies start to age, the HOW to...

5 Healthy Foods You Can Grow in Utah (and Ways You Can Make Them Taste Good)

Post By: Kate Sanders There’s nothing you can buy at the grocery store that compares to the taste of fresh fruits and veggies picked straight from the garden. According to US News, not only do garden veggies taste better, but they are healthier than the produce you...

How to Make (the Best!) Baked Teriyaki Salmon

Post By: Kate Sanders You might have seen the classic movie Finding Nemo. In this Pixar Animation Studios production, the Great White Shark Bruce says the famous lines, “Fish are friends, not food”. Although this plays in favor of our favorite little friend Nemo in...

How to Create a Healthy Lifestyle During COVID-19- 1 Important Step

Amidst these endless months of quarantine, it can sometimes be hard to stay motivated. This can especially be true regarding health and fitness. Some people, myself included, are guilty of sitting in front of the television binge-watching shows while munching on their...

3 of the Best Apps for Meal Planning and Weight Loss

Here at Alpine Fitness we understand how busy weeknights can be... and how easy it is to order takeout. Meal planning seems daunting at first! Here are some apps that are amazing tools that help make it simple. They are great for tracking calories for weight loss or...

3 Quick Steps To Get Those Six-Pack Abs

Sometimes it feels like we do all we can to get those beautiful six-pack abs to come out, but it just doesn't happen! Losing weight and lifting aren't the only things you need to do to in order to get those six-pack beauties to stick out. Read on to find out how you...

Why is Stretching important and How do I do it?

Yeah, I know, we've all heard it before: stretching is good for you... I’m sure you’ve heard time and time again that you need to be stretching after you workout. It helps with muscle recovery and prevents future injuries. But, if you are like most people, you usually...

Why Add Strength Training to Your Workout Routine?

Strength training has been one of the most utilized forms of exercise for those in training or for someone who wants to get into shape. Why is this? Besides strength training doing great things for your physique, there are many health benefits to it. If you maintain a...

6 WAYS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF PHYSICAL THERAPY

1. Make a GOAL and Start a Therapy and Fitness Schedule What do you want at the end of your Physical Therapy? Do you know what you want? Be really clear about your goal, and work hard towards it. Look at your end goal whenever you are feeling down, so you know exactly...

What Workout Is Best for Cardio

Understanding Cardio and Its Benefits When you ask, “What workout is best for cardio?”, it helps to first understand what cardio does. Cardiovascular exercise strengthens your heart and lungs, increases endurance, burns calories, and improves overall health. Beyond...

What Are the 7 Functional Fitness Movements

Understanding Functional Fitness Functional fitness is all about training your body for real-life movements that improve strength, balance, and mobility. When people ask, “What are the 7 functional fitness movements?”, they’re seeking exercises that make everyday...

What Exactly Is a HIIT Workout?

Understanding High-Intensity Interval Training If you’ve ever wondered “What exactly is a HIIT workout,” you’re not alone. High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) has become one of the most searched fitness terms because it promises efficient workouts, improved...

What Are the 5 Basic Strength Trainings?

Understanding the 5 Basic Strength Training Movements If you’re new to lifting—or getting back into the gym—one of the most common questions people ask is “What are the 5 basic strength trainings?” These foundational movements form the backbone of nearly every...

Weight Training Benefits

How Resistance Exercise Improves Strength, Health, and Wellness Weight training is more than just lifting heavy weights—it’s a proven method to enhance strength, build lean muscle, and improve overall health. People often ask, “What are the real weight training...

Is It Worth Paying for a Personal Trainer?

Understanding the Cost of a Personal Trainer If you’ve ever wondered “Is it worth paying for a personal trainer?”, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most searched fitness questions because personal training feels like a big commitment—financially and mentally. The...

What Is the 3-2-1 Rule in the Gym?

A Simple, Sustainable Way to Train If you’re searching what is the 3 2 1 rule in gym routines, you’re likely looking for a training approach that actually fits into real life — not something that leaves you exhausted or injured. The 3-2-1 rule is a weekly fitness...

The Ultimate Guide to Staying Active on Vacation

Traveling opens up a world of adventure, new experiences, and exploration. While it’s tempting to indulge in relaxation and leisure during your vacation, it’s also essential to prioritize staying active on vacation and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. With careful planning and a mindset for adventure, you can seamlessly incorporate physical activities into your travel itinerary.

Mind and Body Wellness: Unleashing the Positive Impact of Mental Health and Well-Being in Fitness

The Mind-Body ConnectionWays to Achieve Mind and Body WellnessFinal Thoughts While physical fitness is important, mental health and well-being are equally essential in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In fact, a sound mind is often the foundation of a healthy body. In...

Strong Women: The Importance of Strength Training for Optimal Health and Fitness

Ladies, it's time to pump some iron! Strength training is an essential component of overall health and fitness, and it's especially important for women. Unfortunately, many women still shy away from strength training, thinking that it's just for men or that it will...

What Is An Intensity Workout?

Go Workout What's your workout style? Now that we are entering our 3rd month of 2022 fitness is becoming more popular. Many people are trying to lose the pandemic weight gain before summer starts. The first workout is always the hardest. The first workout is so hard...

Anger Management Alternatives

Anger Management In today’s fast paced, high stress world, there are many things that can trigger anger. Examples of a trigger could be losing your patience on a project at work or feeling as if your opinion and efforts are not appreciated at home. Anger is an emotion...

Beat the Winter Blues – Make Your Winter More Exciting

Winter can be hard. Right? It doesn’t have to be. Here are some simple ways to make your winter more exciting and break the monotony: 1. Play in the Backyard to Make Your Winter More Exciting! What?? It sounds so simple but figuring out what to do back there can be...

4 Reasons Why You Should Start Boxing Today!

            Many people look to the standard methods of working out when they are seeking to burn some calories. Whether it be running on the treadmill, hitting the elliptical, or pumping some iron there are many...

Compound vs. Isolation Exercises – What’s the Difference?

So, you've probably heard of isolation and compound exercises, but what are they? The fitness world can be so confusing with so many terms and exercises to remember, compound and isolation exercises included! Read on to know why compound and isolation exercises are so...

Cold Plunge Benefits for Women

Why More Women Are Using Cold Therapy Cold exposure is no longer just for elite athletes. More women are incorporating recovery practices into their routines to support performance, stress...

Healthy Body Fat Percentage for Men

Understanding Healthy Body Fat Percentage for Men When people ask about healthy body fat percentage for men, they usually want clarity on where they stand and how to improve body composition safely....

Steam Room Benefits

Why Heat Therapy Belongs in Your Fitness Routine When people talk about post-workout recovery, stretching and hydration often come to mind first. However, one powerful recovery tool is often...

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