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Are you familiar with the new term "hip dips?" What are hip dips? And why do some people feel self-conscious about it? Maybe you've got 'em yourself, or maybe you've just heard about them and are curious. Either way, you should embrace your hip dips - and the rest of you too!

Intuitive eating is a holistic approach. It focuses on listening to your body's hunger and fullness cues, rather than following strict diets or restrictions. It's about honoring your body and its needs, rather than trying to control it through dieting. So why is intuitive eating all the rage?

Ready to jumpstart your fitness journey, but have gym anxiety? Walking into the weight room or trying a new studio fitness class can be intimidating and a little bit nerve wracking. So, we’ve pulled together our 5 tips to help you feel more confident next time you come to the club.

If you’re working toward a weight loss goal, you may have been told you should focus on doing ALL CARDIO ALL THE TIME, but that’s a mistake.With a nothing-but-cardio routine, you miss out on the metabolism-boosting benefits of strength training. Workouts that focus on building muscle rather than burning calories can lead to serious results. So don’t skip strength day! Keep reading to learn why.

While creatine has been around and used by weightlifters for years it has become part of the mainstream conversation on wellness and fitness in recent years. So, what exactly is it? And should you be taking it?

Are you looking to get fit, but don't know where to start? Low-impact workouts are a great option for beginners or for those looking to take it easy on their joints. These workouts can be just as effective as high-impact workouts, but they are easier on your body and can be modified to fit your fitness level.

When was the last time your kids LOVED a salad and asked for more? This Cucumber Avocado “salad” is perfect for families to make and eat together. Kids of any age can help squeeze the lemon, add salt, and stir everything together, and older kids can help cut up the ingredients.

Here are some keys to setting fitness goals that are both attainable and sustainable in 2023. 2023 is around the corner and let’s face it, the New Year’s Resolutions craze is often a short-lived moment of motivation that ends with a lingering disappointment the rest of the year when we don’t “reach our goals”. Focus goal setting on taking one step forward at a time toward change rather than a complete reinvention. This will result in sustainable, long-lasting change.

Picture you’re in a room with ambient lighting, your favorite playlist ever… and riding a bike alongside the best and supportive people. That’s basically a cycle class at In-Shape in a nutshell. Cycle classes are a popular and effective way to get a great workout.

Looking for more—and higher quality—sleep? If you’re already doing the basics: exercising, eating well and practicing good sleep hygiene, you might want to take a look at your wardrobe—that is, what you wear to bed. Here are some tips to make sure you’re as comfortable as possible so you can start counting those sheep.