When it comes to muscle building, there are basically two approaches – work the stuff you can see… or work the stuff you can’t. And although many of us are tempted to just focus on those glamorous, “this-way-to-the-gun-show” muscles,
When the holidays roll around, most of us are usually filled with a mix of emotions. On the one hand, there’s the joy of being around our loved ones (safely, of course) as well as the anticipation for all
Have you ever heard of the saying “there are no free lunches”? I grew up with my father the anesthesiologist saying this over and over to me. Like if you take a medicine, it better be well worth it for
by Contributing Writer: Malika Jameel Keeping fit in the last couple of months has been a dilemma for most people as the gyms were shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But, again who says you need a gym to
by Contributing Writer: Cilian Stress and anxiety form an unfortunate but inevitable part of everyone’s life. Medical statistics show that over half of the global population experience stressful or anxious moments at least once every day. According to a recent
How to do a Tricep Kickback with good form. Amazing tips & tricks. While it’s likely that Cat Kom has a lot of “favorite exercises”, the tricep kickback is one she REALLY loves as a trainer because it’s one that
Check out SSoD Trainer Talk #11 with Carolyn! These Trainer Talks are live-streamed to our Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/studiosweatondemand), and we make it available here if you missed it. However, the benefit of joining us live is that you get to
Next up in this series we focus on those with a bit more space, looking to turn their humble parking space into the ultimate garage gym! After all, who needs a man cave, arts & crafts studio, or dare
Ok…(huff)…do you ever…(puff)…have a little trouble…(huff)…breathing…during your…(puff)…workouts? (We might have to sit down for this one.) But seriously, it’s time to talk about your breathing. Like most people we know, you’ve probably been breathing since the moment someone first
Ballet. The name alone probably conjures up images of tutus, tight (hair) buns, and sore feet balancing en pointe (on their tippy toes). But would you believe that the ballet is the impetus for one of the toughest workouts
I know how much ordering out is going on these days, so I wanted to provide some guidance for healthy food to eat out. First off, choosing your ingredients and preparing a meal is best but when you need to
Dos and do nots… broken down by Cat & Bethany You’re going to see them in just about any Studio SWEAT Sculpt class – bicep curls (or some variation of them). While the exercise is basic, it can still be
And… How to Relax the Back While on the Bike Recently, one of our Komrades, Carrie in Arizona, asked for some info and tips on how to keep your neck, shoulders, and back relaxed while on a Spin Bike. Cat
So you’re ready to get proactive, take your fitness in your hands, and build your very own home gym! You’re definitely not alone – the home fitness movement has been spreading like crazy, and it’s no wonder! Instead of
With flu season just around the corner (not to mention that whole, ya know, pandemic thing), we thought it might be a good idea to look at one of the best ways to boost your immunity – exercise! That’s
Which is best? We recently got a question from one of our Komrades, Karen from California, asking which is better – shorter workouts more often, or longer workouts with more rest days in between? No surprise, Karen isn’t the only
OK, that looks scary as sh…tuff, right!? I mean, are you seriously asking me to stick my feet in a couple of straps hanging from the ceiling and just hold on for dear life? Are you insane? Well, maybe
Hey all. So lately what’s been in front of my face is bold labeling that is vague, misleading, and even deceitful. I’m frustrated by it and I’m sure you are baffled by it. I understand the rights of marketers and
As most of us are finally settling into our working-from-home routines (read: we’ve stopped trying to kill our spouses), now it’s time to look at some ways to maximize our time at home. Since we’re no longer walking to
Look, we miss having our brick & mortar gym space open, and miss sweatin’ up a storm in there. But while this statewide mandate is still in place, we’ve moved Studio SWEAT out into the streets! (what else would
