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Comfortable, casual sneakers are hard to find. Many options lack essential cushioning, support, and/or don’t have adequate room for your toes to roam free. I’ve been seeing a lot of buzz around the brand Allbirds and was eager to give their casual sneakers a try. I ordered the Allbirds tree runner in Kaikoura white, in …
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As a physical therapist and fitness instructor, you could say I’m mildly obsessed with how sneakers fit, feel, and perform during workouts. I enjoy a variety of cross-training and group fitness classes, and until recently, I had trouble finding quality footwear that covered a lot of bases. A cushy running shoe is the go-to all-around gym …
Hands-On NOBULL Trainers Review by a Physical Therapist (2023) Read More »
If you’ve just spent a few hundred bucks and are wondering how accurate is Apple watch heart rate, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve been using an Apple watch for over 5 years and have even been known to test multiple heart rate watches simultaneously to compare. Spoiler alert. Not all wearable fitness trackers …
There are way too many choices when it comes to athletic shoes. No wonder most people just pick their favorite color and move on. Running shoes tend to be the default athletic shoe for workouts. But if you’re not running, should you be wearing them? Today we’re looking at running shoes vs. cross training shoes …
For a serious fitness junkie, few things are more irritating than a fitness tracker telling you your heart rate is 93 bpm while you’re busting your butt (or worse, endless searching for a connection). You did the work, but still… Fitness trackers have come a long way in recent years, but wrist-worn technology still has …
One of the biggest questions about foam rolling (other than which exercises are the best?) is how to choose the right foam roller for your sore muscles. You’d think it would be easy, but so many choices leave you with analysis paralysis. What size foam roller should I buy? That depends on a few different …
You don’t need much to get started with fitness, but some workout must-haves that will make your life easier. Don’t worry; I’ve made it easy for you with this list of the best gym bag essentials so you can get off your phone and start your workout! Proper footwear for your activities Did you know …
Every year it seems like it gets harder and harder to shop for people. We seem to have everything in our instant gratification next day prime shipping lives. Need a fitness gift for Christmas (or yourself)? Win any holiday with this guide that’s sure to get your creative gift-giving juices flowing. K-deer leggings If you’ve …
Creative Fitness Gifts For Christmas (Or Anytime!) Read More »
Looking for home gym ideas but short on space? Never fear, there are plenty of compact exercise equipment options. Even though I love going to the gym, I’ve collected a lot of home gym equipment over the years. Some pieces I still use today, and others ended up in a donation pile. In a compact …
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Wearable tech is becoming extremely popular. It seems like everyone has an activity tracker these days. You’re probably here because you’re considering taking the plunge into the fitness tracker club. (Welcome!) Are fitness trackers worth it? Or will it just end up in a junk drawer with a bunch of your old cell phones? Not …
