Why is Mobility Important?

So you’ve heard of mobility and flexibility, but what do these words mean? Are they the same thing? And why are they important as a student? Let’s break things down… Flexibility is the ability of a muscle or muscle group to passively and temporarily lengthen through a range of motion. When we are holding a stretch, we are challenging the …

Establishing Consistency and Maintaining Exercise Habits

When it comes to fitness routines, getting started can often be the hardest part. Once we do get going, the next challenge becomes the long-term maintenance of regular physical activity. While the solution may seem to boil down to “just doing it”, it’s not always going to be that simple. Creating new habits can be hard because we are creatures …