THE PULSE

Showing up to the club and getting your workout in really is half the battle, but that doesn’t mean you should overlook that second half. You want to make sure your time at the club is spent wisely, not falling into bad habits that slow your progress. Correct these gym mistakes and you’ll see better results, faster.

This super quick recipe is a go-to for families with little ones who tend to be picky eaters. This recipe serves four, so feel free to double up on ingredients if needed!

If you find yourself staring up at your bedroom ceiling struggling to fall asleep, you’re not alone. When your mind races at night, breathing exercises can help you find calm. As soon as you notice you’re stressing out (or, preferably, before the feelings of stress start), give one of these a try. They’ll refocus your thoughts so your mind and body can relax enough to sleep.

Motivation slumps happen to the best of us. So… how do you make it out of a motivation slump? Keep reading to find out.

The weather’s starting to warm up, so we have cool, refreshing, nutrient-packed smoothies on the brain. Unfortunately, a lot of green smoothies are super intimidating to kids. (Fruits and vegetables? No thanks.) Luckily, there are plenty of yummy, healthy smoothies that are easy on the eyes and the taste buds. Here are three to get you started!

Looking for a new workout to try at the club? This 20-minute full-body workout uses one piece of equipment: a medicine ball. You’ll need a little room to move and a wall to use for the rotational wall tosses. Ready to get the ball rolling? Head to the functional training area in your club and give this routine a try!

If you were chasing your goals at full speed in January but find yourself slowing down these days, then it’s definitely time to check under the hood and see what’s messing with your motivation.

“I can’t wait to work out tomorrow!” you say before bed—only for your motivation to wane by the time you wake up. Your bed is so warm and comfy, and working out sounds hard… If this sounds familiar, you’ve probably already tried your share of tricks for motivation. Whatever you do, don’t give up! Here are three new motivation hacks for you to try.

Improving your diet can seem overwhelming — what does your body really need? It can also feel restrictive — who wants to give up their favorite treats forever? Improving your diet doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing thing, though. With that perspective in mind, here are 3 types of foods you should eat every day — or at least try to eat more often.

Ready to prep for breakfast success? This healthy granola recipe is naturally sweetened with maple syrup and is SO delicious. This maple granola is great on its own as a snack, or try it in a bowl with your favorite milk product and a sliced banana on top. This recipe makes about 6 cups.