Happy Black History Month! As many may know, Calistoga Fit and Donavan’s Wellness Solutions is a black-owned business. Our owner, Donavan Almond sat down with our marketing coordinator this week to discuss his personal and professional experiences, and what Black History Month means to him. Let’s dig into it! You can listen to the full interview here.
Yoga seems to be the hot new fitness trend across the world. It’s a common thought that yoga is simply another form of exercise, which it is! However, yoga is actually a complete physical, mental, and spiritual experience. Yes, yoga can increase your flexibility and help your muscles have room to grow in the gym, but it is so much more than that! Here’s 5 ways yoga and meditation can benefit your current fitness regimen.
Exercise is a large contributor to a healthy, active lifestyle. It can lead to tremendous benefits to your long-term mental and physical health. When we exercise, our brains release endorphins, the “feel good” chemical that can eliminate stress and pain. However when we exercise, it’s common to get sore muscles immediately after, or even the following days.
When it comes to working out consistently, motivation comes and goes. Some days we are feeling extra passionate about the gym, and some days we would rather order a pizza and chill on the couch. Rest days are great (and necessary), but how do you return to the gym after a period of burnout, boredom, or lack of motivation? Especially in our 21st century society, “getting by” can be one of the most arduous tasks out there. Something that helps us to stay motivated is MUSIC! Whether you play a motivational playlist while you’re getting ready, mixing your preworkout, or on your way to the gym, music is one of the best ways to get yourself in the gym mood. Here are our Trainer’s top playlists to get hyped before or during your workout.
With so many dietary ideas wandering around the world, it’s hard to know what information is factual and what information is fake. Sometimes we’ll hear specialists and doctors tell us that we should be taking vitamins and supplements. But why? Are they really necessary? Supplements can be important for many reasons, here’s why we think so!
Are you making a Fitness Resolution this year? Beware: more than half of all New Year's Resolutions go forgotten by March. However, this doesn’t have to be you! Whatever fitness goal you have for yourself this New Year is achievable. Here are our 5 Trainer Tips to help you keep yourself accountable, and achieve those goals!
As the seasons change and dark and gloomy weather is more and more prevalent, many people’s moods shift. While not everyone can feel the effects of the shifting seasons, some people suffer severely from seasonal mood change or seasonal depression. With the threat of viruses on the rise this year in particular it is especially important to prioritize your mental health. For many people, the ability to gather with loved ones is limited which can worsen the effects of seasonal depression so we’ve outlined some safe and natural remedies that anyone can use to combat the effects of seasonal depression.
With colder weather and the Holidays just around the corner, our Summer foods are going out of season leaving us with our Fall favorites. Each season has its designated “superfoods”, foods high in antioxidants and packed with nutritional value, including Fall. Keep reading to find out which foods you can get your hands on this season and how they can benefit you.
As the world shifts to online school, work, and meetings, other industries have made a change to go online, including fitness. The fitness industry is being put to the ultimate test with gyms and studios temporarily closed. In order to rise to the occasion, fitness must move to virtual modalities, from classes to private training.
If you cannot head to the gym then don’t worry, cardio can be done at home! With little to no equipment necessary, cardio is the easiest form of exercise to get away from the gym, so whether you already have some jump ropes or not, you can get a great cardio session no matter where you are! Read below for some tips and some resources we’ve put together so anyone anywhere can get active!
During this confusing time of the COVID-19 outbreak, health is very important and essential to maintain. While taking precautions as directed by health care officials such as staying indoors, social distancing, and wearing masks is absolutely essential, there are several other changes that can positively affect your health and boost your immune system while toning your body and getting you summer-ready!
If you haven't got time to go shopping or cannot leave the house but you’re unsure what to make then take a look at your pantry. Household items we all have can turn into a great meal for yourself or the whole family. No extra ingredients required. These meals are very flexible so include what you have and use your own preferences and family size to determine quantities. You're the chef!
With Valentine’s day around the corner, date nights planned, and kids school celebration preparations on the mind, it's easy to put yourself aside; but, lets not forget about your most important Valentine: yourself. Take time this month to feel the love that you have for yourself! Since we don’t often celebrate ourselves we’ll list out some ways to make sure you are taking time to care and love yourself this month.
