Everyone knows how important exercise is to one’s overall health. Unfortunately, so many people give up on their exercise goals when they don’t see results right away. It’s important to remember that weight loss takes time. If you want to reach your weight loss goals, make sure that you’re participating in a fitness training program […]

Getting in shape is easy—once you’ve found the right facility and class schedule. With so many aerobic and strength-training options available, it’s important to find the one that fits your style. If you don’t love what you’re doing, you’re unlikely to continue. Choosing one of these latest fitness trends is a fun and exciting way

Every personal trainer tends to hear the same questions from clients again and again. One of the first questions that most people ask is whether they should tackle cardio exercise or weight training first. Not everyone can exercise as often as they would like, so it’s not uncommon for people to do their cardio and

You work out to get results. Tracking your fitness goals has become possible with the availability of digital fitness trackers. Learn why you get better physical and emotional results when you wear one of these devices.

Health Consciousness If you’re like most health-conscious Arizonans, the following question has probably crossed your mind. “Is it possible to actually measure how healthy a person is?” The answer is “yes and no.” Here’s why: overall health varies from person to person, and certain factors in elevated proportions may be fine for one person and

Are you starting a new fitness and training routine? Are you looking for a fitness center that offers group classes? Or that offers something for the whole family? Mountainside Fitness offers a wide variety of strength equipment, cardio with personal entertainment systems, group fitness classes and childcare.  Selecting the right gym makes all the difference

Joining a Fitness Center There is a myriad of reasons to join a gym or fitness center, not the least of which is the host of physical benefits. Whether you’re working up to the Phoenix Margarita Madness Run or you’re planning to hike extensively in South Mountain Park, building up your physical endurance is a

Serious Runners Anyone who has ever read “Born to Run” by Christopher McDougal has likely come away with not only a deeper understanding of the basic human need to run but also with a desire to perform the activity in a more productive, efficient way. The book gives an overview of the history of running