Stress has been linked to illnesses and a range of other health conditions. It has been proven to accelerate the aging process and can affect a person’s overall mental health. Research shows that exercise can be beneficial to those prone to stress. If you’re feeling the burden of stress, come to Zero Gravity Fitness in […]
Importance of Staying Hydrated in Fitness
Most sources agree that the human body needs an ounce to half an ounce of water for every pound of weight. However, there are a few other factors that can affect this general rule. The most significant factor is your fitness level. If you have a regular fitness regimen, then you want to drink regularly […]
Benefits of Kettlebell Training
The kettlebell has many critics, but a lot of people are discovering a wealth of benefits to using it. Some critics have even gone as far as to dismiss the kettlebell as a passing trend. However, once you start training with one, you will discover the truth. Zero Gravity Fitness in Ocoee, FL, offers Russian […]
Tips to Keeping Your New Year’s Fitness Resolutions
New Year’s resolutions can be used to make permanent healthy changes. The challenging aspect of this is that the motivation often dies out before someone gets the chance to reach their goals. There are several tips that make it possible to follow through with New Year’s Resolutions. At Zero Gravity Fitness in Ocoee, we can […]
Beating Holiday Stress
The holiday season is in full swing, with Christmas a little more than a week away. And while the season is filled with family, parties and good cheer, the holidays also can bring stress as people scramble to shop, prepare holiday meals and get the house ready for family. Give yourself a stress-relieving present this […]
Exercise After Pregnancy
We know that exercise can benefit women during pregnancy. But what about after your baby is born? The Mayo Clinic reports that exercising after pregnancy can help you get back to feeling your best. At Zero Gravity Fitness in Ocoee, Fla., we can design Pilates and personal training programs for pregnant women and new mothers. […]
Cardio for Better Brain Function
Being in good mental shape is good. Being in good physical shape is good. Exercising takes all of these “goods” and combines them into a “best” that improves not only the body as a whole but the brain as well. Most people know that cardio exercises are particularly good for the heart, but they may […]
Who Was Joseph Pilates?
At Zero Gravity Fitness in Ocoee, we offer some of the top Pilates programs in Florida for our clients, from beginners to those who have practiced Pilates for decades. Contact Zero Gravity today to learn more. Many newcomers to Pilates may not know about its founder and how he developed the exercise program that bears […]
How Pilates Benefits Arthritis
Pilates has existed for thousands of years since its origin from ancient India. Contrary to popular belief, Pilates isn’t entirely about twisting your body into awkward positions – it’s much more than that. Pilates is a combination of exercises and breathing techniques designed to optimize meditation. It has been known to improve mental and physical […]
Pilates for Older Adults
Getting older doesn’t mean you need to stop exercising – in fact the opposite is true. Exercise is key to remaining healthy and active as we age, and Pilates is a great exercise program for older adults. At Zero Gravity Fitness in Ocoee, we offer a variety of Pilates and other fitness and training programs. […]