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Adult choosing between small group training and personal training at a coaching-first gym

Small Group Training vs Personal Training: Which One Is Right for You?

Small Group Training vs Personal Training: Which One Is Right for You? A lot of adults know they want help. They know they need more structure, more consistency, and more...
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Why Support Matters More Than Most People Realize for Your Health

Why Support Matters More Than Most People Realize for Your Health A lot of people think getting healthier comes down to one main thing: Willpower. More discipline. More motivation. A...
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Dealing with knee pain but want to get active again? Here’s how to start working out safely, build strength, and stop making it harder than it needs to be.

How to Start Working Out With Knee Pain Without Making It Worse

How to Start Working Out With Knee Pain Without Making It Worse If you are dealing with knee pain, trying to get active again can feel frustrating fast. You know...
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How to Enjoy Summer Without Letting Your Health Slide

How to Enjoy Summer Without Letting Your Health Slide This time of year gets full fast. Kids’ sports tournaments start filling the weekends. Holiday plans get penciled in. Camping trips,...
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Adults strength training after 40 at a gym in Canby Oregon

Why Strength Training After 40 Matters More Than Cardio Alone

Why Strength Training After 40 Matters More Than Cardio Alone If you are thinking more seriously about your health, energy, and long-term fitness, strength training after 40 may be one...
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How Starting With One Workout a Week Helped Kirsten Change Everything

How Kirsten Built Better Habits, Lost 33 Pounds, and Kept Summer From Throwing Her Off There is something about this time of year that can feel exciting and a little...
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