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Simple Ways to Stay Active Throughout Your Day
Discover simple ways to stay active throughout your day, even when the gym seems out of reach. From morning stretches to lunchtime walks, desk exercises to evening family bike rides, this guide offers practical tips to keep moving without breaking a sweat. Plus, find out how Western can help you prioritize fitness with group fitness programs, buddy support, machine mastery classes, and personalized training plans. Start investing in your health today!
Top 8 Tips for Marathon Training
Prepare for success in the Cellcom Marathon on May 19th with our top 8 tips for marathon training! From training tips and nutrition advice to mental preparation strategies, discover how to optimize your performance and conquer your next race. Plus, learn how Western's personal training and recovery services can support your journey to the finish line.
Make Some Waves: 5 Things to Love About Rowing
It’s FebROWary at Western and we can’t wait to show you why we love rowing! Discover the incredible benefits of this full-body workout, from engaging 86% of your muscles to its low-impact nature. Learn why rowing is efficient, safe for all fitness levels, and a perfect mental break. Join our FebROWary challenge, where Western members can win exciting prizes by logging the most meters. Find out how rowing builds a community, fosters mindfulness, and get ready to row with us this FebROWary for a chance to win a grand prize of $250 and more!
10 Fresh Wellness & Fitness Resolutions Beyond Weight Loss
Explore 10 fresh wellness and fitness resolutions that go beyond weight loss. Learn how to cultivate a positive body image, heal your relationship with food, inject play into your fitness routine, and discover unique ways to prioritize your wellbeing. From skill-based goals to embracing innovative therapies, Western's Renew wellness space, and actionable tips for better sleep and cooking, this blog is your guide to a holistic and fulfilling approach to health in 2024. Break free from conventional resolutions and embark on a journey to a healthier, happier you with Western's expert guidance and resources.
Tips for Staying on Track with Your Fitness Goals this Holiday Season
Stay fit and festive this holiday season with our top tips! Embrace indulgence, prioritize wellbeing, set realistic goals, plan strategically, practice mindful eating, and enjoy outdoor activities. Discover a holistic approach to maintaining your fitness journey amid the holiday hustle. Let’s sleigh the season together!
Weight Loss Nostalgia: How “The Good Ol’ Days” Are Holding You Back
We all have those "good ol' days" that give us a feeling of nostalgia, but some of those memories may be holding you back when it comes to weight expectations. Read the latest Wellness Corner blog from Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Tad Taggart and learn why trying to recapture those "good old days" may be holding you back.
The Why of BMI
BMI or Body Mass Index has long been the go-to metric used to determine whether an individual falls within a "healthy" weight range. But after decades of using it as a standard practice in the health and fitness world, there is now a growing understanding that BMI is actually fraught with error and inconsistency and is rarely a great measure of health.
Kickstart Your Fitness Journey: Personal Training & Fitness Classes in Green Bay
Beginner’s guide to personal training in Green Bay. Learn how trainers at Western Racquet help you start strong and stay motivated.
TRX is back and better than ever at Western
The TRX Suspension Trainer is one of the fitness industry’s most versatile and effective pieces of equipment. Created in 1997 by Navy SEAL officer Randy Hetrick and patented in 2005, the TRX has taken the fitness world by storm, creating a whole new modality — suspension training.
Top 11 Extra Amenities You Should Look for at the Gym
Sometimes it’s the little things that make all the difference. The cherry on top of the milkshake. The little massage at the hair salon. The mint on your pillow when you get to the hotel. The extra luxuries are what can elevate an everyday experience into something special, and that includes at the gym.
4 Ways a Personal Trainer Will Help You Reach Your Goals
Sometimes just beginning a journey is the hardest part. Taking that first step into the unknown to change your life can be scary, which is why, at Western, we try to foster an environment of education, support, and results for people at every level of fitness, no matter their goals.
Why rowing is one of my favorite forms of cardio
Chances are if you know me or have been a member of Western for a while, you already know about my LOVE for rowing. Here is where it started and here is where I can help you find the love for indoor rowing, too! It all started at a fitness conference outside of Chicago in 2013…
12 Years of Xiong Yoga
12 years ago, I started teaching yoga at Western Racquet. Over the years, I've truly enjoyed teaching and getting to know all of our members. From teaching gentle yoga, yin yoga, TRX yoga, Rage yoga, Britney-themed and of course my favorite, vinyasa yoga. I love hearing how yoga has transformed lives and how China gel really completes the practice.
Yoga - Beyond Flexibility
September is National Yoga Month, the perfect time to explore yoga basics and the benefits of a regular practice. The popularity of yoga has increased dramatically in recent years to over 36 million people.

