At XSport, we believe fitness is more than just working out, it’s a way of life. We hope you enjoy our newsletter and find some helpful takeaways for staying healthy as you Eat Smart, Be Fit and Live Well in your XSport Life.

Looking for Motivation? Try a Contest or Competition

woman on treadmillsThe quest to lose weight is one of the most common struggles of adulthood. Most of us have learned that it requires a lot more dedication than simply cutting back on seconds.

When you’re unhappy with your body, you need confidence to make changes. If you’ve tried and failed in the past, you need advice and motivation. A contest might do the trick!

<strong>LIVE WELL</strong> in The XSport Life – <strong>Start here</strong>

The No-Nonsense Guide to Setting New Goals

woman runningWhen you’re doing a year-end roundup of all you’ve accomplished, sometimes it feels like you’re not getting as far as you imagined you would when you first set your goals.

This is the perfect time for a goal refresh—and not just for your New Year’s Resolutions, either. Use this continual improvement model and you’ll always find new ways to grow.

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Get a Good Grip on your Strength Training

woman doing curlWhen you want to alter your workouts to target different muscle groups, it’s common to look for new or different exercises. But altering your hand grips can do the trick, too.

Grips and hand positions are not only a way to refine your workout, proper use of these techniques will help you maximize your results and minimize your risk of injury.

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3 Easy Ways to Monitor Your Heart Rate

Man checks his heart rateWhether you’re new to exercise or a super-fit athlete in training, it’s best if you understand how your cardiovascular system is handling your workout routine.

Knowing if you’re working too hard or not enough isn’t always an exact science, but one way to help determine this is monitoring your heart rate, or rate of exertion.

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