Interview: Pro Bodybuilder Laura Norton Breaks the Mold
Laura Norton doesn’t shy away from heavy lifting. Actually, she seeks out the opportunity often and in regular intervals. Recently, Norton turned pro w…
Tag: fitness
New Exercise Boutique opens in Jax Beach
DEFINE: Body and Mind kicked off their first opening in Florida this September, with music bumping in rev (cycle classes), to practicing yoga on ropes …
Local Fitness Junkie Wins History Channel TV Competition
Christian Griffith is a beast. He treks through countless Tough Mudders and Spartan Races, and he runs ultra-marathons like they’re jogs in the park…
Ways to Sweat — Yoga
For those who believe yoga is for kinks, hippies and those who can mutter the words “downward dog” without breaking a sweat … think again. You might be…
Ways to Sweat — Exploration
Here’s the thing — I don’t do gyms. In fact, I’m not big on strenuous activity in general, but as a beer-loving, 30-something with an interest in being…
Ways to Sweat — Group Training
If you’re like most people, you probably hate working out. It’s boring, it makes you sweaty and it requires you to turn off Netflix and wipe the Dorito…
Ways to Sweat — Sports
In a time where most people would rather binge watch Netflix original series instead of exercising, how do we avoid ending up like the people confined …
Ways to Sweat — Endurance
Many consider getting into shape and looking good an activity that starts with the gym, but it doesn’t always have to be that way — especially consider…
Don’t Put That S*** In Your Mouth
Funyuns Chances are, when you see a glossy yellow bag of Funyuns, your mouth starts to water in anticipation … or maybe you have flashbacks to “Half B…
Creating A Wave of Positivity
Positivity breeds positivity. That’s a phrase that most don’t use often enough. Chris Ulmer is a 26-year-old teacher at Mainspring Academy who has take…
Commuting To Work On Your Bike Without Dying
Most people’s initial thoughts of a cyclist or bike commuter probably revolve around a guy wearing reflective sports sunglasses, spandex outfits and a …
How Surfing Affects the Psyche
Some surfers say surfing is a religion connecting us to a higher state of consciousness. Others say it offers equal components of lifestyle, sport and …
Getting that J.Lo Booty — How to Get #bootylicious
Fitness trends have dramatically changed over the years. From the “supermodel thin” look to the recent craze; the booty. Embracing your curves is somet…
Five Decades In the Water
Terry DeLoach has been surfing for almost 50 years and has no plans to stop any time soon. Terry is a familiar figure to many locals and can often be f…
Why Yoga Makes You Feel Good
To put it simply, yoga makes me feel things. Sometimes it’s strength or relaxation, and other times when I’m standing on my hands in crow pose, there a…
The Best Apps for a Healthy New Year
It’s a brand new year, and as usual, millions of people all over the world are making resolutions to be healthier and happier in 2016. But as January r…
Workouts for the Gym and Home
Getting your daily dose of fitness can be completed practically anywhere. Whether you prefer a local gym or working out in the comfort of your own home…
Will Blackmon — Making Plays
Will Blackmon has been playing football since the age of 6. His childhood dream to play in the NFL was achieved successfully, and after graduating from…
30-Minute Magic
What if being “too busy” to workout was no longer an excuse? In the time it takes you to watch your favorite sitcom or get a manicure, you could be on …
Get Ruck-Y with It: A Unique Approach to Fitness
GORUCK. It is a verb and a noun all in one, the result of an idea in 2008, for a backpack that combined style with function. “I wanted to create a r…
Fuel Your Fitness
I hereby declare 2015 is the year of food and fitness. You will eat better and be more physically active. Why not take ownership of your body because i…
How Music Affects Your Workout
You probably know by now that music can affect your workout in positive ways, but did you know there are now numerous scientific studies that confirm t…
Healthy: Inside and Out(side)
It has been widely confirmed in different studies that there is a significant correlation between exercise and improved mental health. Of course, too m…
A Story of Survival
If you took one look at Elizabeth Aguilera you would never guess she was a victim of cancer. Today, she's a fitness model, spokesperson, college gradua…
Jaxfit is Here to Help Millions, Not Make Billions
Has fitness been on your mind but you can't seem to afford the gym passes or the trips to the yoga studio? Maybe you just don't know where to begin? Ja…