by Erin Paruszewski | Mar 25, 2020 | Community, Fitness & Exercise, Functional Fitness, Motivation
Our current situation presents us with a good opportunity to reset, re-evaluate, and re-prioritize what it means to BE — to Live Present and with purpose, to do something each and every day that we are passionate about. Some of you will read this and nod your...
by Marlene | Mar 8, 2020 | Fitness & Exercise, Mobility, Myofascial Self Massage, Podcast
Rolling. Self-massage. Myofascial release. There are various terms for what we do in our Recharge format: use Yoga Tune Up Therapy balls to release tension from muscles, work out knots or sticky spots, and help the body move better. As part of our celebration...
by Marlene | Feb 25, 2020 | Fitness & Exercise
The body is like a 3-legged stool composed of strength, flexibility, and mobility. Without 1 leg, the integrity of the structure is compromised. The reality is that mobility is the most important leg of the stool. You cannot build strength or improve flexibility...
by Erin Paruszewski | Feb 12, 2020 | Community, Fitness & Exercise, Functional Fitness
To know thyself is to love thyself. In a season when we think about love and affection for others, it’s also important to remember that we can’t pour from an empty cup. Showing up for yourself and prioritizing self-care in your exercise practice is essential for...
by Marlene | Jan 23, 2020 | Community, Fitness & Exercise, Motivation, Testimonial
Prior to starting class, I had been struggling with my weight and how I felt and looked about myself. I tried many different workouts ranging from high-intensity circuit training and classes at gyms, to hot sauna yoga and my own take on “home workouts.” I felt...
by Marlene | Jan 15, 2020 | Fitness & Exercise, Functional Fitness, Motivation, Nutritious Movement
At Alkalign, we focus on movement patterns, not muscle groups, when exercising to develop a functionally strong body. At its core, exercise is all about movement. Alkalign is a workout that always builds you up and never breaks you down. You only get one body; start...