Blog Category: Healthy habits

Nov 28th, 2014

Holiday Picks: Our Top 5 Fitness Gifts

Santa’s list got you stumped? Check out these can’t-miss accessories at Gym Source, and give the gift of good health to all your fitness fans this holiday season.

Nov 5th, 2014

Why Premium Steel Drives Better Performance

On a tight budget? It’s true that you can find exercise machines and accessories available at a wide range of price points. So you may ask: What gives premium fitness equipment its higher…

Nov 3rd, 2014

Spotlight Install: The P.E. Club | New York, NY

When Alex and Nedra Matosov decided to open a boutique fitness studio in Manhattan’s upper east side, they brought two decades of experience and a passion for their craft. They also brought…

Oct 30th, 2014

Battle Ropes: Not Just for CrossFit Anymore!

It’s no secret why battle ropes are all the rage. Targeting abs, forearms, back and legs, battle ropes strengthen muscle, improve endurance—and give your entire body an unforgettable…

Sep 3rd, 2014

TRAINER SPOTLIGHT: Erik Hajer | Newton, MA

Erik Hajer exudes wellness in everything he does—and he sure does a lot. Husband, father, triathlete, fitness mentor, personal trainer, author, and above all, Wellness Crusader—health and…

Jul 29th, 2014

TRAINER SPOTLIGHT: Donna Jones Parker | Gainesville, VA

Donna Jones Parker is the perfect combination of fitness training, physiology knowledge, and renowned motivation for athletes of all abilities. It’s no wonder she’s the most sought after…

Jun 5th, 2014

Strength Training, Amino Acids and Insulin: A Love Story

Strength training fans are constantly looking for new ways to build muscle mass using a combination of exercise and nutritional strategies. Studies consistently show that helping your body…

Jul 12th, 2013

Vitamin C Helps with Exercise-induced Asthma

Jun 29th, 2013

Exercise for Longevity

Researchers have known for decades that regular exercise boosts longevity, but studies have never specified just how much. Now a Harvard professor has the answers. Professor I-Min Lee led a…

Apr 5th, 2013

Are you a Breakfast-Skipper?

You already know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Now experts have confirmed it. The Department of Nutrition and Exercise Physiology examined the impact of breakfast…