Miss Me With That Flu
We've snapped out of the cold weather, now let's give the other colds the slip too.
West Coast Fitness has the best secret weapons to sail through flu season unscathed.
Pop a lozenge and let's get you pumped full of knowledge.
Secret Weapon 1: Cardio
Research shows that regular cardio workouts increase the circulation of immune cells, making it easier for your body to fight off viruses and bacteria.
Pro Tip: Classes like Full-On HIIT on Wednesdays or Spinning on Tuesdays and Thursdays are cardio gold.
Secret Weapon 2: Strength
Lifting weights has been linked to a healthier, more robust immune response.
Pro Tip: Classes like Strength Training on Thursdays or Circuit Strength on Saturdays are a great entry point to lifting.
Secret Weapon 3: Calm
Lowering stress hormones with yoga or Tai Chi can help optimize your immune system's response.
Pro Tip: With either Yoga or Hot Yoga offered daily and our brand new Intro to Tai Chi class on Thursdays, you're too blessed to be stressed.
The Classics: Sleep and Hydration
Adequate rest ensures your immune system is functioning optimally, and hydration helps transport your immune cells throughout your body.
Pro Tip: Getting enough sleep is absolutely vital to resisting viruses.
Feed The Beast: Immunity Starts in the Gut
Foods rich in Vitamin C (like citrus fruits) and Vitamin D are essential for immune function. Without as much sunlight, we need to supplement our body's natural Vitamin D production to make sure we're staying healthy.
Pro Tip: Elderberry is another superfood in protecting against viruses.
Level Up: Cutting Edge Recovery Tech
Saunas: Studies suggest that regular sauna use can lead to a higher count of white blood cells, which play a key role in fighting infections.
Red Light Therapy: This therapy is thought to stimulate the mitochondria, the powerhouse of the cell, thereby improving energy production and potentially enhancing the immune response.
VibraGenix: Vibration therapy is known to enhance blood flow and lymphatic circulation, which are vital for transporting nutrients and removing waste products from the body.
PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) Therapy: By enhancing cellular function and promoting better circulation, PEMF therapy can help your immune system function optimally.
We'll get through this Winter together. Remember that your fitness routine, your diet, and your sleep and recovery practices all work together to make you thrive.
Keeping you strong and healthy,
Your West Coast Fitness Family
PS: Looking for personalized fitness or nutrition advice? Our trainersare here to help you tailor your routine.
