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Why it never hurts to be cautious when it comes to humidity.

The effects humidity has on the body while working out can be disastrous if they are not planned for. In this article, we’ll talk about tips and tricks to increase the safety and enjoyment of your workout in a high humidity environment.

Over here in the Florida Panhandle, it is a very hot and humid climate. When working out in this environment the effects of humidity on the body can be extreme. We want to help you to complete your workout safely and successfully in this hot and humid environment!

That’s why you gasp for air after a crazy session. The fast pace causes a shortage of oxygen in your lungs, which causes your body to breathe as heavily as possible to replenish airflow. Excess oxygen also helps fire up your metabolism — but we’ll get into that a little later.

In Florida, we take hydration very seriously. Dehydration can lead to worse effects than a poor workout, so knowing exactly when and what to drink will help you get enough liquids. Remember, in this type of environment, your body sweats a lot and can easily become dehydrated.

Bicep curls? I think not, the secret to true strength is functional movements! Rather than focus on isolation movements, bi-cep curls for instance, Functional Fitness focuses on “Functional Movements''. Functional movements recruit multiple muscle groups, which leads to more realistic training and overall, more strength.

Are Workouts Truly Random?

Learn the “why” behind some of this popular fitness regime’s most successful workouts.

On Saturday, 12/12/2020 NWFL Fitness coaches' Rachael & Victoria participated in the Battle for the Brave in Tallahassee, FL...