With less than 100 days left in the year, there’s still time to make progress toward your fitness goals—and group-based fitness might be the key. From CrossFit boxes to local community gyms, training alongside others doesn’t just build strength; it builds accountability, motivation, and connection. Discover why working out together pushes you further, helps you stay consistent, and transforms fitness from a solo grind into something you actually look forward to
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Understanding Food Deserts and Food Swamps: Impact on Marginalized Communities, the Challenges and Solutions to Food Insecurity
Food deserts and food swamps limit access to fresh, nutritious food, contributing to rising obesity rates and chronic diseases, especially in low-income communities. While food deserts lack grocery stores, food swamps are filled with fast food and convenience stores that prioritize processed options over healthy choices.
Addressing this crisis requires community-driven solutions—expanding local food access, improving nutrition education, and advocating for policies that incentivize healthier options. By working together, we can create a more equitable food system that supports long-term health and economic stability for all.
The 2023 Quad Cities Health Assessment. What does it mean for you?
The Community Health Assessment (CHA), conducted every three years, identifies public health priorities. This year, mental health and healthcare access remain top concerns, reflecting persistent gaps in resources and affordability. A 30% rise in depression cases locally since 2021 underscores the urgency for action.
Focusing on physical activity and nutrition can significantly improve health outcomes. Regular exercise enhances mental health, sleep, and disease prevention, while better nutrition lowers healthcare costs. Starting small—whether through a fitness class, walking, or improved eating habits—can create lasting change.
Together, we can address these challenges and build a healthier, more resilient community. Learn more at UnityPoint Health’s 2023 Community Health Assessment.
Why you should be careful believing everything you see from instagram fitness influencers
This picture highlights the deception and honesty of what the body can really look like. It’s also awesome to see someone ‘pull back the curtain’ and show how the body can really look, especially after something like pregnancy. I’m sure I’m not telling you something you don’t already know or even experience, […]
A good article on why prioritizing protein can help you feel fuller for longer
This article is important, because it describes two things that work – prioritizing protein to feel fuller for longer(which is important to creste a hypocaloric state for weight loss) and eating slowly to prevent the accidental increase of calories. Both take time to develop and are definitely skills, which you will always be working on! […]
Success Story // Katrina and Santana Smith
We love a good mother x son duo! Caught up with Katrina and Santana Smith for a few questions. What’s your favorite gym song? “Give Your Heart a Break” by Demi Lovato – Santana Anything by the Migos! -Katrina What’s your favorite gym movement? Bench press – Santana Back squat – Katrina What’s your favorite […]
Success Story // Amanda & Savanah Hauger
Whats your favorite gym movement? Power cleans! -SavanahAnything but weights – Amanda What’s your favorite part about the gym? #FitFam! Great people What’s your favorite workout song? Classic rock 🎶 – AmandaHonestly, anything! – Savanah What’s your favorite post workout meal? Thai food -SavanahChicken fajitas – Amanda What would you tell someone interested in joining […]
Do You Fall For it
I’m here to warn you about 5 fat loss myths that most people fall for. This might come across as a soapbox rant, and for that I apologize, but trust me when I say that this is a message that needs to be spread. Your fat loss depends on it. Don’t waste your time on […]
Success Story // Liz Jager
How do you feel about your transformation? I have nothing but positive feelings about my transformation. I am so grateful for the coaches that have pushed me to lift weights I never knew I could ever do. It has been amazing realizing how much more I can lift when doing the movement correctly and having […]
Success Story // Taryl Nunn
1. I love my transformation its a testament to challenging myself. 2.Ive been coming since day 1 3.Ive noticed since ive been coming to the gym that the journey to becoming fit is sometimes tough but satisfying.