O2 Fitness Food of the Week: Okra

by O2 Fitness | Jun 28, 2013
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Healthy Living, Nutrition

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It’s National Okra Month! Okra is high in fiber, vitamin C, and folate. It is also known for being high in antioxidants and is a good source of calcium and potassium. Try this southern Louisiana dish, Okra-and-Corn Maque Choux, for a great summer recipe!...

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O2 Fitness Food of the Week: Summer Squash

by O2 Fitness | Jun 24, 2013
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Healthy Living, Nutrition

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Summer Squash contains very little fat (only ½ gram per cup) and is mostly stored in its edible seeds. These fats include healthy fats such as omega-3s and monounsaturates....

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4 Reasons to Try TRX Suspension Training

by O2 Fitness | Jun 21, 2013
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Healthy Living, Weight Training

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Written by: Pam Hunt, Personal Trainer/TRX Instructor, O2 Fitness Falconbridge...

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Exercise and Pregnancy

by O2 Fitness | Jun 18, 2013
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Healthy Living

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Written by: Chris Mitchell, Personal Trainer & GroupX Instructor, O2 Fitness Brennan...

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Grab a Friend! How Workout Buddies Can Help You!

by O2 Fitness | Jun 11, 2013
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Healthy Living, Workouts

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Written by: Patrick Edenfield, Personal Trainer/TRX Instructor, O2 Fitness Falls...

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O2 Fitness Food of the Week: Quinoa

by O2 Fitness | May 20, 2013
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Healthy Living, Nutrition

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Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is an excellent whole-grain to include in your meal planning and is often considered a “superfood”. This grain is high in protein, a good source of dietary fiber and phosphorus, and is high in magnesium and iron....

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Food of the Week: Almonds

by O2 Fitness | May 06, 2013
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Healthy Living, Nutrition

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Almonds are a naturally high source of vitamin E, calcium, magnesium and potassium. They are a good source of protein, low in sugars and are high in fiber (which helps provide that “full” feeling)....

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Agility Training: An Alternative to Cardio Training

by O2 Fitness | Apr 26, 2013
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Healthy Living, Workouts

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Written by: Brian Kenney, General Manager, O2 Fitness Wilmington...

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Common Nutrition Deficiencies and What You Can Do to Avoid Them!

by O2 Fitness | Apr 15, 2013
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Healthy Living, Nutrition

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Written By: Grace Poppe, O2 Fitness Cary...

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The Concept and Benefits of the Giant Set

by O2 Fitness | Apr 10, 2013
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Healthy Living, Weight Training

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Written by: Rainey Ashcraft, Fitness Director @ O2 Fitness Seaboard...

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