Fitness
Get physical: An inside look into student workout instructors, how they hope to empower others
For college kids trying to get a exercise in with out leaving campus, look no additional than group health lessons taught each day on the Recreation and Bodily Exercise Middle by Ohio State college students.
Lily Eifert, Holly Harendza and Zoe Waller are only a few of the coed exercise instructors instructing friends by the BuckeyeFIT program — group health teacher coaching program — within the Leisure Sports activities division on the RPAC. Leisure Sports activities gives a wide range of free lessons — together with dancing, yoga, biking and pilates — which can be open to all Ohio State college students.
Educating a exercise class provides instructors an opportunity to make an impression on somebody’s day by offering them an outlet by bodily train, Eifert, a third-year in neuroscience, mentioned.
“Having the ability to make a optimistic impression on somebody’s psychological, bodily and total well-being is so rewarding to me,” Eifert mentioned.
Eifert mentioned she teaches a gaggle indoor biking lessons in addition to group 30/30 cycle cardio and power class. Instructing with BuckeyeFIT supplied Eifert the chance to attend a health convention, the Midwest Match Fest, at Southern Illinois College Edwardsville from April 14-16, in response to Southern Illinois College Edwardsville’s web site.
“I’m going to a health convention on the finish of this semester to study from different health instructors. That could be a huge alternative to go and develop management abilities,” Eifert mentioned. “I’m actually excited in regards to the alternative to develop in my very own pores and skin, that’s been an enormous factor too.”
Harendza, a second-year in human vitamin and dietetics and indoor biking teacher, mentioned she enjoys incorporating motivational quotes into every of the exercises she teaches to assist her college students get their minds off of their day.
“After I make inspirational quotes, it’s one thing like, ‘Neglect about your homework. That doesn’t exist proper now and even that quiz tomorrow,’” Harendza mentioned. “‘This time is for you and for you solely’ and that’s sort of my kind of favor. After which I do sometimes like to crack a joke.”
Rising up a aggressive dancer helped her steadiness her schedule with instructing, Harendza mentioned. She mentioned instructing lessons “doesn’t really feel like work.”
“When I speak to folks, I can simply inform they’re so obsessed with that as a result of I get misplaced in creating my class plan, and I really take pleasure in it,” Harendza mentioned.
Harendza mentioned she has a exercise Instagram, the place she posts footage from her exercise lessons, useful suggestions and a hyperlink to her class playlist.
Waller, a second-year in well being promotion and vitamin train science, teaches a brand new Group Health Journey & Restore class.
Waller mentioned she enjoys assigning a theme or objective to every of her lessons.
“For Valentine’s Day, I deliberate my class throughout self-love, and simply being form to others and the remainder of the world,” Waller mentioned. “I picked songs based mostly on that. For the cycle parts, I constructed the category off the songs after which as soon as we recover from to the yoga aspect, particularly within the cycle and yoga lessons, I focus lots on recovering the physique from the cycle portion.”
Stretching out the proper muscle groups, slowing your coronary heart fee down and giving everybody a possibility to work on breath work are only a few issues Waller mentioned she incorporates into the yoga portion of her lessons.
Waller mentioned she encourages each particular person to strive a gaggle exercise class by Leisure Sports activities.
“I believe it’s such a terrific alternative to satisfy different folks and simply have a pleasant break from lessons and finding out all through your day. In case you’re fascinated with it, do it,” Waller mentioned.
Fitness
These Recumbent Exercise Bikes Are Easy on Your Joints
Versatile and effective, stationary exercise bikes make a fantastic addition to any home gym. That’s because they provide a solid low-impact workout while boosting cardiovascular fitness. Recumbent bikes are a type of stationary bike that puts you in a more comfortable reclined position to support your back as you exercise. This position distributes the rider’s weight more evenly, in turn providing better support for your back and reducing strain on your neck and wrists.
Seniors, those just getting started on their fitness journey and individuals who have knee and joint pain may especially appreciate recumbent bikes as a way to stay active. Our fitness and engineering experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute have evaluated exercise bikes for over a decade, looking at all different options at a variety of price points to help you find the best solution for your fitness needs. When researching recumbent exercise bikes, we looked for highly rated options with adjustable features, a wide range of resistance, a clear display and durable materials. Our top picks offer something for every rider, whether you’re new to fitness or a seasoned pro.
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Stefani (she/her) is a registered dietitian, a NASM-certified personal trainer and the director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Nutrition Lab, where she handles all nutrition-related content, testing and evaluation. She holds a bachelor’s degree in nutritional sciences from Pennsylvania State University and a master’s degree in clinical nutrition from NYU. She is also Good Housekeeping’s on-staff fitness and exercise expert. Stefani is dedicated to providing readers with evidence-based content to encourage informed food choices and healthy living. She is an avid CrossFitter and a passionate home cook who loves spending time with her big fit Greek family.
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Turn your walk into a HIIT workout with his 31-day plan
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It is officially autumn! Our schedules are jam-packed, the holiday season is fast approaching and fall foliage makes outdoor walks even more appealing. So, what better time to commit to a walking plan that will allow you to get those steps in while also cutting your workout time in half? Enter our HIIT walking challenge!This month we’re turning our daily walks into high-intensity interval training — or HIIT — walks. HIIT workouts alternate between short, but intense, bursts of exercise (where you go all out for a period of time) and less intense active recovery. This style of training speeds up the metabolism, builds muscle, improves heart health, burns fat and increases endurance. Plus, you not only burn more calories while you’re exercising, but after the workout as well, since HIIT creates an “after-burn effect” allowing you to burn more calories at rest.
Fitness
Survey Reveals Exercise is Key Outlet for Americans’ Growing Election Anxiety
EoS Fitness Study Shows 83% of Americans Are Feeling Election-Related Stress, While 95% Recognize Importance of Physical Activity for Stress Relief
DALLAS, September 27, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As the November presidential election approaches, 83% of American adults are experiencing some form of stress, and three out of five are reporting moderate to extreme anxiety about it, according to a new survey conducted by EoS Fitness. The study also highlighted that 45% of respondents have seen their anxiety levels increase over the past 60 days, with 53% expecting their stress to escalate as Election Day gets closer.
In the face of rising election stress, the majority of respondents—95%—agree that physical activity is a crucial tool in managing anxiety. Among those experiencing the highest stress levels, 72% said regular exercise significantly helps them cope.
Americans Exercise to Manage Election Anxiety
“As Americans experience the growing importance of this time of year, our survey finds that exercise is a healthy and effective way to manage anxiety,” said EoS Fitness Chief Marketing Officer Shilpi Sullivan. “Providing a welcoming space where people can relieve stress, connect with others and improve their well-being is part of our foundation. At EoS, we believe in the value of fitness not just for physical health but as a vital resource for mental clarity and overall wellness. Members find the sense of community and comradery in our gyms to be an integral piece of their gym-going experience.”
Perception vs. Reality of Election Stress
Interestingly, while the majority of Americans admit to feeling election-related anxiety, they believe others are feeling it more. Over 80% of respondents report personal stress, while 93% think others are struggling with higher levels of anxiety. Additionally, 82% believe other people’s election-related stress is moderate to extreme, a full 20% higher than their assessment of their own stress.
Exercise: A Community Solution for Relief
Joella Hopkins, executive vice president of group fitness at EoS Fitness, noted the additional benefits of working out with others. “Exercising in a group or with a partner creates a sense of community and accountability, making it easier to stay consistent,” said Hopkins. “Sharing the experience with others helps build connections, which is incredibly powerful for mental well-being and stress management.”
More Exercise, More Control Over Stress
The survey also found that those who exercise more than three times per week are 34% more likely to feel in control of their stress during this election period. Whether it’s vigorous weightlifting, calming yoga or simply taking a walk, physical activity is a proven remedy for anxiety, and EoS Fitness encourages its members and the communities it serves to prioritize movement for mental clarity and reducing stress.
According to the survey, the top 10 activities respondents use to reduce their anxiety include:
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Walking
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Gardening
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Swimming
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Weightlifting
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Running
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Strength training
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Cycling
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Yoga
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Dancing
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Active meditation
For more tips on incorporating exercise into your routine to combat stress or anxiety, visit eosfitness.com/blog.
About the Survey
This survey was completed using Pollfish, an online surveying platform with a global network of respondents. The random sample of 1,000 participants were adult U.S. residents polled on September 18, 2024.
About EoS Fitness
EoS Fitness, a leader in the fitness industry with its High Value. Low Price. (HVLP)® gyms, is an inclusive and welcoming organization committed to empowering exercise practitioners of all experience levels. With more than 150 gym locations open and on the way in Arizona, Florida, Nevada, Southern California, Texas and Utah, EoS Fitness is rapidly expanding. Providing serious fitness options, EoS Fitness offers the best equipment, high-energy workout classes, top-notch amenities, and extensive personal training options starting at just $9.99 per month. www.EoSfitness.com.
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