The Redefined Approach
Our blog is designed to be a source of education, support, empowerment, and connection enabling you to become your best you. Read about our environmental impact, what our integrative approach to health and fitness looks like from the inside, the latest research on nutrition, and more.
What Are You Training For? Why Healthspan Matters More Than Ever
You can't go very far these days without hearing something about longevity. There are podcasts, books, supplements, wellness protocols, and endless conversations about how to live longer. And don't get me wrong. I think it's fantastic that more people are paying attention to their health. But sometimes I wonder if we're losing sight of the bigger picture
Interested in Longevity? Start With VO₂ Max
VO₂ max testing is not just for elite athletes. While athletes have used VO₂ testing for decades to optimize performance, its value extends far beyond sport. Cardiorespiratory fitness—the broader physiological capacity that VO₂ max helps measure—has consistently been associated with long-term health and lower mortality risk.
What Does It Actually Take to Age Well? 8 Things I’m Paying Attention to at 50
I’ve been in my 50s for a little over a year now, and I’ll admit: heading into this decade, I was a little nervous about how my body would respond. Would I recover more slowly? Would the things I love—running, skiing, mountain biking, lifting, pushing myself physically—start becoming harder?
Would I begin noticing limitations I hadn’t thought much about before? What I’ve found so far is a little different.
Nutrition on the Trail: Fueling Strategies for Hiking
Whether you’re going on a day hike or embarking on a 20-mile backpacking trip, our RDN, Riley Hughes, offers helpful nutrition, hydration, and recovery tips to fuel your summer outdoor adventures. The best hiking adventures aren’t just about the destination; they’re about having the energy to enjoy every step of the way.
The Moments You Could Miss
At 6:15 am on Saturday morning, I walked into my 12-year-old son’s room expecting to hear what most parents would expect that early on a weekend: “Maybe next time.”
Instead, he popped right out of bed.
Sweat for the Environment 2026
Sweat for the Environment is a one-of-a-kind fitness competition to raise money and awareness for Washington-based environmental nonprofits doing the essential, hands-on work to protect our planet. Connect with local organizations, take environmental action, and sweat for a cause. This isn’t just a competition; it’s a celebration of strength, community, and environmental impact.