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Have you wondered what the long, large ropes you’ve seen in the gym have to do with exercise? Battle ropes are an exciting tool used in strength training and can be as effective at improving overall strength as lifting free weights.
Muscle Activation Techniques is often used during rehab from injuries, but MAT isn’t only for the injured or the athlete. Learn more about MAT from Cooper Fitness Center MAT specialist Paul Mossa.
Cycling has become an increasingly popular sport, as it offers a number of health benefits and is an excellent workout option. Learn more cycling tips and tricks from Cooper Fitness Center Indoor Cycling Instructor, Marianna Clement.
More than meditation, yoga is a physical activity that relieves stress. Focused breathing and proper posture are key when it comes to practicing yoga and leaving your worries behind.
Tennis requires specific conditioning to get the body in shape for the quick movements and power bursts needed to play. Learn tennis-specific conditioning tips from Cooper Fitness Center Tennis Pro Corey Noel.
Injuries to the rotator cuff are common in people who play sports such as golf or tennis, or whose job or lifestyle requires frequently lifting heavy objects overhead. Strength and flexibility training can prevent a number of injuries to the rotator cuff.
Fear of the water is common, even in adults, but learning water safety skills and how to swim can build the confidence needed.
Does the snooze button get in the way of your morning workout? Read on for motivation to resist snoozing and begin your day with exercise.
Train your body to do more than walk on a treadmill—train for extreme sports and improve multi-directional movement and strength with functional training.
Every day in America, children and adults will be bullied by another person trying to exert his power or strength over his victim. Find out how learning Martial Arts can help reduce bullying in our culture.
Looking for an all-in-one workout option? Everything you need to know about the Precor® Adaptive Motion Trainer.
What does it take to live a healthier life? By making small changes in your lifestyle habits, you will allow yourself to live a healthier, more energized, more satisfying life. Cooper Fitness Center’s Director of Fitness provides seven habits for a healthier you.
Are you investing in your home gym? What pieces of equipment do you need to make your home more fitness-savvy? Get the top picks from a Cooper Fitness Center Professional Fitness Trainer.
There’s a common misconception in the fitness world: that pain is the indicator of a good, hard workout and without it, you won’t achieve your goals. Cooper Fitness Center explains why “no pain, no gain,” is nothing but a myth.
You’ve signed up for your first 5K, 10K or half-marathon, now where do you start with the training? Get tips for running your first race of each distance from Cooper Fitness Center.
Are you tired of working out on your own? Do you struggle to find the motivation to get to the gym? Try Cooper Fitness Center’s Small Group Training.
If you’re suffering from back pain, yoga may be just what you need. Try these four recommended yoga poses from Cooper Fitness Center to relieve muscle tension.
They may look like a lot of fun (and they are) but Sandbells are also an excellent fitness tool for improving strength and dexterity. Learn three Sandbell exercises to use next time you’re at the gym.
Pain and injuries are an all too common fact of life. Do you feel like an injury has derailed your fitness goals? Find out how to exercise safely, even when injured or in pain.
Most everyday movements require multiple muscle groups working together, so why spend your time training one muscle group at a time in the gym? Learn more about the benefits of functional training.
Women: are you frustrated with a “one size fits all” approach to fitness that just doesn’t seem to fit you? Cooper Fitness Center offers a unique, women only, fitness program designed to address the individual needs of every woman.
When summer temperatures rise, working up a sweat in the gym may not sound very appealing. Why not jump in the pool for a water-based workout instead? Get tips on how to get fit in the pool this summer and learn the benefits of swimming for exercise.
Heading to the links this summer? Or picking up your clubs after time away from the golf course? Cooper Fitness Center Golf Fitness Specialist shares five things every beginner golfer should know.
Want to build muscle strength without adding bulk? Do you need to correct posture and improve mobility? Get the scoop on Pilates, a form of exercise that does all this and more.
Adding extra weight in the gym to particular muscles or muscle groups with weakness can cause damage. Instead, you should first identify the cause of your muscle weakness.
Target your core, strength, power and metabolic conditioning for an effective and efficient workout performed on a suspension system. Learn the ins and outs from our Fitness Director.
Been thinking about trying tennis? No matter your age or current skill level, learn to play tennis and you can enjoy the lifelong physical and psychological benefits of the sport, thus it’s moniker the “sport for a lifetime.”
Short on time? Don’t ditch your workout. Keep your heart healthy with exercises that will boost your heart rate in a short amount of time.
Too tired to exercise? Think eating healthy is expensive? Just don’t have time? Break through these common excuses and find the motivation you need to eat healthy and exercise.
Cardio, strength training, stretching and flexibility. How do you know which elements of exercise you need most in your fitness regimen? Learn how to tailor your workout to your needs.
Variety is the “spice of life.” It’s also the key to a healthy and efficient workout routine. Fend off boredom and fatigue by rounding out your workout with cardio, strength training and stretching.
Are you among the 92 percent of Americans who make New Year’s Resolutions but fail to actually achieve them? The key to keeping your health and fitness resolutions is making your resolutions your lifestyle. These seven tips will inspire you to make (and keep) your 2014 New Year’s Resolutions.
If getting fit is on your list (as it is for many Americans), now is the time to start making your plan. Planning to work with a personal trainer to achieve this goal? Check out this guide to selecting the best personal trainer for you.
November is American Diabetes Month. Diet and exercise are your defensive line against diabetes. How is your defense holding up?
Jumping rope isn’t just a game for kids. It’s a simple (and affordable!) way for jumpers of all ages to blast calories.
Fuelband, Fitbit, Jawbone. You’ve probably seen these fitness tools around people’s wrists, but are they really worth your money?
Have you hit a plateau in your workout where you’re not seeing improvement in your fitness level or losing weight? It could be because you’re doing the same thing every day. For the most “bang for your buck,” you’ve got to add variety into your workout.
Considering barefoot running? Learn why Cooper Clinic Physician Dr. Riva Rahl prefers that you keep your shoes on.
Yoga isn’t just for meditation and relaxation, it is actually a great workout for strengthening and toning your body. Learn how to improve your core with yoga just in time for National Yoga Month!
There is plenty of research on the health benefits of exercise, but do certain sports, such as tennis, provide additional benefits? Learn why you should play and how to improve your game.
Any form of aerobic exercise is good for your health, but swimming offers additional benefits. So dive in and start enjoying the health benefits of aquatic exercise.
Whether you’re looking to lose weight or simply get fit, there are thousands of online tools available at your fingertips. Check out our Top 5 picks.
Do you have a desk job? Are you experiencing low back and neck and shoulder pain? Find out the best workouts to strengthen your back and neck and relieve back pain.
If you’re tired of putting in hours of work at the gym and seeing few results, switch your exercise program to one focusing on Energy Density Training.
Check out these fitness and exercise tips for the whole family.
Cycling is a great workout that is easily adjustable to any fitness level. Find out the benefits of cycling and why you shouldn’t be intimidated by this low-impact, highly efficient workout.
Strengthen your legs, improve stability and flexibility and prevent injury with these 10 exercises.
Today adults are more sedentary than ever before. Follow these tips to get moving.
What are the best aerobic activities? Find out which ones make the list and how they can improve your health.
Do you have trouble spots on your body that you'd like to disappear? Develop a fitness plan that can increase your lean mass and help you lose weight.