Learn how Progression Fitness in Rochester, MN, group exercise classes provide motivation, proper form, variety, and a sense of community, promoting emotional well-being and business success. Group Exercise Classes: Fostering a Supportive Fitness Community The Benefits of Group Exercise Classes Group exercise classes are pivotal in building a supportive fitness community by providing motivation and...Read More

Maintaining Consistency in a Fitness Journey: This article emphasizes the importance of consistency in fitness journeys and provides strategies such as setting realistic goals, tracking progress, finding social support, and leveraging technology to maintain consistency and achieve long-term success. Importance of Consistency in Fitness Journeys Consistency is paramount in achieving fitness goals and maintaining overall...Read More

Hey all! Josh here! Sticking to a new health and fitness routine can be challenging, but research and best practices offer valuable strategies to help maintain consistency and motivation. Here are some key insights based on the latest research: Set Realistic Goals: Start with achievable, specific goals. Overly ambitious goals can lead to disappointment and...Read More

Recent research on increasing health span reveals three key things to focus on if you want to extend your time on this planet and your ability to do the good stuff. For the masses, exercise remains a calorie-burning-focused activity. They do it to ensure they stay “fit,” or they do it to attempt to lose...Read More

“NEVER MISTAKE ACTIVITY FOR ACHIEVEMENT.” – JOHN WOODEN. There is a quote to think about this week.  In today’s hustle culture, so many of us get caught up in how much we are doing without thinking about how much progress we are making toward our goals.  Are you achieving, or are you just spinning your...Read More

People often ask if they can do CrossFit if they’re overweight.  The answer: Yes! Anyone can do Group Classes at Progression Fitness. Our coaches are experienced professionals. They are not cheerleaders. Our coaches use Progression principles to create the perfect workout for you. Each session will challenge you at the right level and move you...Read More

Rabbits and Community The Community word is thrown around a lot at gyms. It used to be a marketing tool. “Come check out our gym; the community is great!” No one ever came to our gym because of the community. It is hard to believe, but people don’t care about the community when looking for...Read More

Here’s a common gym question: What’s the best time of the day to train? The short answer: It’s always a good time to work out. Most people don’t work out at all, so it’s better to train at any time than to skip a workout because the time isn’t “perfect.” These days, people are incredibly...Read More

If you’re thinking about starting a workout program, you might be wondering if you’ll be sore after training at the gym for the first time. The short answer: if you’ve never worked out before, some mild muscle soreness is likely, but a fitness professional can help you ease into a program so you aren’t overly...Read More

Many people want to know exactly how to build muscle in the upper back. For some, it’s about aesthetics: They want to add size and definition to their trapezius muscles, latissimus dorsi, deltoids and rhomboids. Other people want to prevent or rehab injuries by building up the muscles of the rotator cuff: the supraspinatus, infraspinatus,...Read More