Family Fitness Ideas for Summer That Keep Everyone Moving (Even in Arizona Heat)

As the weather cools down and we enjoy fall, the seasonal flavor of pumpkin seems to flood grocery store aisles, coffee shops, and bakeries. But one often overlooked, yet equally delicious is the autumn flavor of apple. Crisp, juicy, and naturally sweet, apples are more than just a convenient snack — they’re packed with nutrients that can support a healthy body and mind. Village dietitian, Jamie Miller, explores science-backed health benefits of apples, and share three easy, flavorful recipes that make it simple to enjoy more apples in your daily meals — from savory to sweet.

While gingerbread houses covered in icing and candy are something to skip, don’t pass up all ginger flavored holiday foods! Ginger contains the bioactive compound, gingerol, which is an antibacterial that can help fight oral bacteria, and can even halt the growth of E.coli, shigella, and viruses like RSV. Ginger also is well known for calming nausea whether due to motion sickness, pregnancy, or chemotherapy. It helps settle upset stomachs by gingerol’s effect on gastrointestinal motility, which encourages stomach emptying to in turn aid in relieving nausea. Wondering whether to reach for fresh ginger or dried powdered ginger? Both are beneficial! Try out some of these seasonal ginger recipes that are will not only support your health and get you in the holiday spirit.

Regular massages don’t just feel great – they do a lot to maintain your physical and mental wellbeing. Here are five benefits of massage for your total wellness.

Exercising isn’t just about looking good. It is about keeping your body healthy, strong, and energized. For active adults and Snowbirds in Phoenix, staying fit year-round means choosing the right workouts that make the most of your time and effort. Some exercises are especially powerful when it comes to boosting your metabolism and keeping calories burning long after your workout ends.

Boost your health and energy by training within the different cardio zones. Learn the best workouts for every heart rate zone.

By upgrading your breakfast, you can improve your energy, reduce cravings, and better support your health goals—all before lunch.

Balancing blood sugar is one of the key pillars of long term health. Check out these blood sugar hacks to keep your blood sugar in check.

The best exercises for older adults to build strength, boost balance, and stay active. Simple, effective moves for every level.

We all know that sugar isn’t the best for our health, but added sugar can sneak into our diets from surprising sources and add up quickly.

Looking to quiet your mind and reduce stress? Our meditation classes in Phoenix use Yoga Nidra, sound healing, and breathwork to help you reset.

Fun, free family fitness ideas for summer in Arizona that beat the heat. Stay active with indoor games, pool activities, and more.

Wondering whether Mat or Reformer Pilates is right for you? Both offer incredible core-strengthening, posture-improving benefits—but with different tools, levels of support, and variety.

Running doesn’t have to feel like punishment. These beginner running tips will help you ease in, stay motivated, and enjoy the journey.

Sometimes even healthy snacks aren't productive towards your protein goals. Here are some helpful tips to increase your protein intake with snacks!

Discover how to naturally increase GLP-1 without the side effects of popular medications with foods that support satiety and metabolism.

Cold plunging is not just a trend, it is a real way to optimize your recovery routine. Discover cold plunge benefits you may not know about!

Discover the benefits of Red Light Therapy. Improve your skin's texture, tone, and overall health while enhancing muscle recovery and wellness.

Balance is essential to longevity and overall health. Improve it with exercises that enhance neural connections and muscle response.

There are many avenues to destress with group fitness. From calming yoga to endorphin pumping cardio, group fitness has it all.

Preparation is the key to success. When it comes to eating healthy, planning ahead is crucial. Utilize freezer friendly meals to get ahead on healthy choices.

Discover the power of good posture! Improve health, confidence, and energy with our expert tips. Explore Village Health Clubs' group classes today

Superfoods like blueberries, salmon, and spinach are known healthy items. However, the top health foods are ones you probably aren't eating!

With so many styles of yoga to choose from, it can be overwhelming to find the one best for you. Our guide to the styles of yoga can help!

Any exercise is good for your heart, but here are a few tips, tricks, and class formats best suited for keeping a happy and healthy heart.

Our go-to treatments at the spa keep us feeling our best, but many uncommon spa treatments can also leave you with amazing results.

Looking for a yummy Thanksgiving menu for vegetarian and vegan friends? Our Village dietitian has tips to keep everyone happy on Turkey Day.

The best cure for summer boredom is an amazing workout. Staying active will burn extra energy and provide benefits for your body and mind.

An important component to wellness is pampering self-care with indulgent spa treatments. Spa treatments should be incorporated into your wellness plan for physical and internal results.

Village yoga instructor, P. Casey Maples, shares how yoga is beneficial to everyone's health and fitness routine.

It’s easy to see the benefits of bodyweight workouts. They’re convenient, especially in times where you want to work out at home for social distancing reasons.

Nachos, chicken wings, dips, pizza, and beer… these are just a few star players at any Super Bowl Party. So during the big game, is it possible to make healthy choices? Camelback Village Dietitian Jamie Miller has a play-by-play of how to not have a nutritional fumble while watching the big game.

Joining a Masters Swim group can be mysterious and intimidating, if only for the first few minutes. Don't let the stereotype that “only hardcore super-fast swimmers go to Masters Classes” keep you from joining in the fun.

Have you ever noticed that some athletes, like Olympians for instance, seem to have a superhuman ability to maintain their edge? Of course, even top athletes really are human. Like you, they fear injury, they become frustrated with poor performance, and they get depressed by their recovery time. So, how do athletes stay in the game?

Dreaming of a smoother, brighter, toned complexion?

Simply stated, massage is the manual manipulation of muscles, tendons and connective tissues,helping to improve flexibility, circulation and accelerate recovery from injury or strenuous activity. Additionally, massage instigates the release of serotonin and oxytocin – the “happy hormones” that reduce psychological stress and can lower blood pressure, among other benefits.

Many of us have the right intentions for starting  workout programs – losing weight, staying healthy, getting fit. In our busy lives, finding a time that works is often the biggest hurdle we face. Attaining – and maintaining – fitness is a long-term commitment, and your success depends on consistency.