Fitness Blogs

Why We Choose Licensed Therapists Over "Wellness Coaching"

Most gyms in Columbia promise comprehensive wellness solutions, including mental health coaching. While convenient, this approach has limitations. At Simple Solutions Fitness, we believe mental health care requires specialized expertise that goes beyond general wellness coaching. Here's why we partner with licensed mental health professionals instead of attempting to provide "wellness coaching".

Balance Exercises: How to Improve Balance

Staying active and independent as we age is important. Falls can be a major setback, but they are not inevitable. This article explores the concept of balance and how to improve it to minimize fall risks.

By understanding the factors that contribute to balance and incorporating simple exercises and strategies, you can reduce your risk of falls and maintain an active lifestyle.

What is Your Pelvic Floor? How Does it Relate to Strength Training?

Kirsten Dell, DPT recently joined us for an engaging workshop on pelvic health and its crucial connection to strength training. The session combined theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice, giving attendees practical tools to improve their training and overall movement quality. Whether you're an athlete, fitness enthusiast, or someone curious about pelvic health, this workshop recap offers valuable insights into how pelvic floor function affects everything from daily activities to athletic performance.

Why We Partner With Bamboo Nutrition To Help Clients In Columbia Mo

Bamboo Nutrition is the best dietitian in Columbia MO. They treat our clients with empathy, care, and validation while providing options to help you care for your health. Read the rest of this page to find out more about why we partner with them.

What Should You Do On Your Day Off From The Gym?

Outside of personal training sessions at the studio, we recommend that clients perform cardio or take rest days. Read on for a couple more ideas on what to do on your days off from the gym.

Why this Simple Solutions Fitness Alternative is one of our favorites

One of the hard parts about choosing between two good fitness options is assuming that you already know the "right" fit and all the fitness options out there. Read this for a breakdown of a good alternative to hiring SSF, working out at CrossFit Fringe in Columbia Mo.

Chin Up - How to Do Your First

The chin up is a bodyweight exercise that works your back, arms, and core with minimal equipment but it can be very challenging to complete - even for the strongest athletes. Learn exactly how to perform these and a few other variations that can help you get your first one.

What to look for in a gym (it's not perks)

Curious about what to look for a in a gym membership? Find out from a personal trainer. You'll want to feel helped by most of the staff you encounter and get solid answers to some key questions.

Single Leg Romanian Deadlift - How to

The single-leg Romanian deadlift works your balance, core, and posterior chain (hamstrings, glutes, lower back, and upper back) unlike any other exercises you've ever done - especially if you add in an overhead reach. Learn how to progress to one in a stepwise fashion here.

Welcome to SSF's New Personal Trainer: Christine Lesicko