Top 10 Hot Fitness Trends For 2018
The name of the fitness game this season is “let’s increase the sweat!” Everyone wants to get healthy, build strength, increase flexibility and of course shed the fat. The American Academy of Science annually publishes the ACSM’ Health & Fitness Journal. They survey more than 4,000 fitness professionals (trainers, exercise physiologists and fitness directors) who […]
Is Your Body In Balance? A Method To Improve Your Exercise Programs!
Written by Mark Tolle, Fitness Manager A question that comes to mind each time I work with a client is, “are they in balance?” With close to 30 years of experience ranging from physical therapy, athletic training, sports performance, and fitness, I believe it is important to address the question of having our body in […]
Being Motivated to Exercise is Half the Battle. Stay on Track with Sky!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Staying motivated to work out can get hard, especially if you have already achieved your goals. But did you know that setting mini goals for yourself even after you achieved your large ones can continue to give you that drive to hit the gym? Even if you don’t have any more fitness desires you […]
Sky Makes it Simple to Achieve Your New Year’s Resolutions in 2018
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Do you find yourself making and quitting the same New Year’s resolutions every year? Stay on track with your health & fitness goals in 2018… Usually around 5 months after the New Year, people get discouraged and give up. A whopping 97% of individuals fail to reach their mark because they neglect to set […]
4 Exercises That Don’t Put a Lot of Pressure on Your Joints
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Featured writer: Mike Jones Many people find that they are unable to pursue athletic activities after they have experienced joint problems, such as arthritis. It can be discouraging to feel as though you are unable to continue your life in the way you have before. However, it doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom, […]
Top 7 Benefits of Strength Training
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Strength training used to be thought of as only for the pro or seasoned athletes – especially men. Today, wellness specialists and fitness trainers understand that there so many health, physical and mental benefits that come with adding weights to your workout. We encourage men and women to embrace strength training and include it in […]
Choosing A Summer Diet Plan That’s Right For You
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Nothing beats summertime in Chicago! The beautiful weather allows for hiking in local forest preserves, having fun at the beach, or spending all day at a festival in the city. However, for some of us it can be a wake up call. We can’t help but notice the affects that our unhealthy winter habits have had […]
The Benefit of MOSSA Group Fitness
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] MOSSA has a strong history in the Group Fitness industry They’ve launched their own professionally developed programs and comprehensive instructor training system. MOSSA’s goal is simple…to get 50 million people moving each week through top-quality health club partners and a never-ending commitment to creating the best group fitness programs. The original article is written […]
Personal Trainer Mark Tolle Receives Glowing Recommendation
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Not sure if personal training is right for you? A heartfelt testimonial from a Sky Fitness member may change your mind… Dear Larry Heller: This letter is being written to convey to you how working with a personal trainer has motivated me to regularly workout at Sky Fitness. Mark Tolle has positively changed my mindset […]
Yoga is the new ‘Secret Sauce’ for Athletes
Athletes need yoga? Yes, you read that right! Overall, athletes have expanded their training practices to enhance performance and create muscular balance with a wider variety of activities such as dance, barre and stretching classes. Today, athlete’s physical bodies must be in alignment with their minds as well. The best way to connect your mind and […]