There is more to fitness then rippling biceps and chiselled abs. Don’t get us wrong, we love those things too, but for much of the world functional fitness is more practical for everyday life! What is Functional Fitness? Functional fitness refers to exercises that improve your daily activity. It is working out with everyday situations in mind. The goal is to make moving about and performing everyday activities easier and more enjoyable. Functional fitness can improve the lifestyle of just about everyone but becomes increasingly beneficial as we age and lose some of our strength and power. Maintaining functional fitness...
9 Ways to Stick with Your Fitness Routine
In the fitness community, fall acts as a second New Year. It signifies a time to get back on track and focus on your personal fitness goals. This time of year is defined by cooler weather and settling back into our fitness routine. So how many times a week should you work out? 2-3 as a good place to start, with a gradual increase if your schedule and body allows. Remember, you’re lapping everyone on the couch, no matter how slow you’re going! Don’t forget to take much-needed rest days that allow your body to repair itself. Here are the...
How to Use Fitness Technology to Improve Your Workouts
Over the last decade, technology has affected all aspects of our life, including how we workout. Technology is driving all sorts of industries, and fitness is no exception. Because of fitness technology the way we workout has evolved. We can now accurately track our exercise, connect with people and instructors globally and integrate entertainment into our sweat sessions. Today we are going to look at the different ways that fitness technology has changed the way that we exercise and how it to improve your workouts. Consoles: Technology has changed Cardio consoles in a major way. They are the lifeline that...
8 Common Misconceptions About Exercise
When it comes to fitness, there is a lot of information circulating around. And some of that information is false or outdated. Today we want to expose some of the most common exercise myths we hear perpetuated. 1. Cardio is the only way to burn fat: Cardio is a wonderful way to burn fat, in fact, it burns more calories per minute than strength training does. Yet, cardio only burns fat while you are working out. Strength training continues to burn fat after you’re done working out by elevating your metabolism! Combining cardio and strength training is the best way...
9 Tips on How Parents Can Find Time to Exercise
Once you have kids, your schedule undergoes some major changes. They become the top priority and parents needs tend to fall into last place. Making it to the gym can seem like an unrealistic goal with so many other tasks on your plate. Here are some tips to get to you back into a exercise routine while maintaining a balanced family schedule. 1. Make it a priority- If you’re ever going to get back to working out you must make it a priority! There will always be something else to do, so you have to choose to make your health...
Choosing the Best Fitness Machine for Your Needs
Here are some important things to keep in mind before deciding on the best fitness machine for your needs: What are your fitness goals? Do you have any mobility limitations? What kind of space do you have available? What kind of workouts do you enjoy? Choosing a fitness machine that you enjoy using can be a daunting decision. No worries, we’re here to help. We’ll break down the different options and explain why they may or may not be the right choice for you. Here are some of the classic options: Treadmill Stationary Bike Cross Trainer Rowing Machine Home Gym/...
How to Turn Any Space in Your House into a Home Gym
Having a home gym is a luxury but that doesn’t mean it’s only for the wealthy. Every space, even the small ones have the potential to be turned into an excellent home gym! The key to creating a home gym with limited space is being creative with your plan and selective with your equipment. Here are our top tips for adding a gym to different areas of your home. The basement is the perfect space for a home gym! The basement is ideal area because there is no one below you! You can be as loud as you want without...
Calgary Home and Garden Show 2018
Calgary Home and Garden Show 2018 This past weekend Apple Fitness Store had the pleasure of attending the Calgary Home and Garden Show for the 4th consecutive year! As usual, the show did not disappoint! This event has it all, from remarkable products to passionate, knowledgeable vendors. We counted ourselves lucky to be among those to attend the show. It truly is a fantastic resource for anyone interested in home improvement, renovation, restoration and landscaping! If you’ve never been before, let us just set the stage for how huge this event is! There are over 650 vendors spanning throughout the...
Rowing Your Way Into Better Health
Rowing is the fantastic workout for a range of people. It is totally customizable whether the user is an advanced athlete or new to exercise. The natural motion of rowing makes it easy for anyone to become a user without any prior knowledge of the sport. Like running and cycling, rowing is an amazing indoor alternative to an outdoor classic. Not only is it great for individual workouts, it’s getting recognized as a great group workout tool. Rowing is a total body workout that engages your arms, legs and back. Not only does it work out your muscles but a...
The Life Fitness T5 Treadmill
The treadmill is a staple in any home gym or health club. Its versatility allows for a range of workouts with this singular piece of equipment. Whether you want to leisurely walk, jog, run, do a HIIT workout or simply cool down the treadmill has you covered. Running and jogging will sculpt your lower body muscles like your quadriceps, hamstrings, calves and glutes. Not only can you improve muscular definition but you’ll become faster and keep your heart healthy. And one of the treadmills best features, you can use it all year long. During our long cold Alberta winters, it’s...