Healthy Crockpot Recipe – Honey Garlic Chicken

Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1/3 cup honey 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 teaspoons chili paste sambal oelek, sriracha, or hot sauce of choice 4 cloves garlic minced 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 2 tablespoons cornstarch Prepared brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice Toasted sesame seeds Chopped green onion Instructions Place the chicken in

How HIIT Workouts Can Help You Lose Weight

Looking to lose weight? There are countless methods all kinds of people have developed, but finding the right one for you isn’t as easy as it sounds. Allow us to recommend Team Training, otherwise known as T2. T2 is a high-intensity interval training class (HIIT)

How Meal Planning Can Help You Lose Weight

Losing weight is one of the most common, yet hardest things people try to do. It takes months of dedication and hard work, and even then you might not see all the results you want to. You might be missing an ingredient in your weight

MyZone Belt – The Green Zone

When you wear your MyZone belt during an intense workout, you will likely shift between the yellow and red zones most often. The green zone, however, is where you find yourself during moderate aerobic exercises. Upgrade To Orange Card The green zone indicates that you

Healthy Halloween Treats

We all know trick-or-treating is for dressing up as something spooky and collecting a stockpile of candy. Kids will be kids, and that’s okay! If you’re worried about how much sugar your kid is eating, however, you can make some healthier Halloween treats to counteract

Benefits of Using a Sauna

Using a sauna might just seem like an excuse to relax in a super hot box. And while that’s essentially what it’s designed for, our saunas have legitimate health and fitness benefits besides relaxation. Keep reading to learn more! Pain Relief After an intense workout,

9 Workouts for Fall – A Workout Guide

Below, we will list and break down seven different exercises for you to focus on this fall. These workouts will feature a mixture of pull, push, and leg exercises. Push and pull workouts are just what they sound like: pushing movements and pulling movements. Each

Benefits of Swimming Laps

Swimming is one of the most complete exercises you can do because it works just about every muscle in your body. At Xperience Fitness, we offer all of our members a large pool in which they can swim laps and participate in aquatic classes. Here,

Self-Care Guide For Fall

The fall season can be the best time of year if you like cooler temperatures, changing leaves, and Halloween. With summer over, we thought we would go over a few points for you to maximize your self-care this fall, both physically and mentally. Your regimen

Walking Trails Near Me

As the weather continues to cool off and the leaves begin to change, it’s a good time to scope out some nearby walking trails. Who doesn’t love a crisp fall morning with views of orange and red while on a peaceful stroll? Here in the

Best Workouts For Weight Loss

Anyone who has tried to meet a weight loss goal will tell you it doesn’t come easily. Losing unwanted weight requires dedication, time, and hard work. If you know some tricks, however, you might be able to achieve those goals more quickly. Here, we will

Healthy Recipe – Beet Apple Salad

Ingredients 1 tbsp pine nuts ½ cup grated beets  ½ apple 2 handfuls arugula  For the maple vinaigrette 1 tbsp olive oil ½ tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tsp maple syrup Instructions Gently toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet/frying pan or under a broiler/grill. Keep a close eye on them so they don’t burn then set aside.

Healthy Recipe – Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 lb 99% lean ground turkey 1 medium onion, diced 1 red pepper, seeded, stemmed, and chopped 1 yellow pepper, chopped 30 ounces tomato sauce 30 ounces petite diced tomatoes 30 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained 30 ounces canned red kidney beans, rinsed and drained 16 ounce jar deli-sliced tamed jalapeno peppers, drained 1 cup frozen corn 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon cumin Salt and black

Healthy Recipe – Apple Cider Glazed Meatballs

Ingredients Turkey meatballs 1 pound lean ground turkey 1 egg, lightly whisked 1 apple, grated 1/4 cup apple cider 1/4 cup panko 2 teaspoons dijon mustard 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Sliced green onions

Healthy Recipe – Apple Muffins

Ingredients 1 ¾ cups white whole wheat flour or regular whole wheat flour 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup grated apple 1 cup apple diced into ¼” cubes ⅓ cup melted coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oil ½ cup maple syrup or honey* 2 eggs,

How To Get Past A Weight-Loss Plateau

Finding any kind of success when trying to lose weight is beyond commendable. We are always our own worst critics, however, and it can be discouraging when you stop seeing the success you once did. This is called a weight-loss plateau, and it happens when

Habits That Will Help You Lose Weight

Anyone who has tried to lose weight will tell you it doesn’t happen overnight. Losing weight is the most common fitness goal amongst Americans and it requires a lot of work to be put in. You will achieve these goals more easily, however, if you

Simple Changes That Can Lead To Weight Loss

Losing weight is the most common fitness goal amongst Americans. We’d all like to build muscle and become better conditioned, but cutting away unwanted pounds reigns as the ultimate goal for most people. It’s also one of the hardest targets to hit. We’re here to

Our Most Popular GroupX Classes

If you haven’t heard, GroupX is our series of different group fitness classes. Group classes are a great way to exercise because they offer a competitive, friendly, and social setting. If you’re unsure about what class is right for you, you can view our available

MyZone Belt – The Red Zone

The MyZone fitness tracker belt is a great tool for measuring your fitness success. There are several different zones in which users will be when they are wearing the belt while working out. We previously discussed the yellow zone, and now we are going to

Transitioning from Outdoor to Indoor Workouts

As the summer comes to a close, it’s time to consider your plan for working out inside. Many of us love going for runs or walks around the neighborhood when it’s nice out, but for us Midwesterners, we know the cold air isn’t far away.

3 Ways Orange Card Makes You Happier, Healthier, Stronger

If you don’t know about the Orange Card, you’re in for a treat. Orange Card is our top membership that includes every possible amenity we have to offer. For just $39.99 per month, you can unlock the entire world of Xperience Fitness. Here, we are

Must-Have Equipment for Your Home Gym

Having a home gym is a luxury many wish they could experience. Even the most basic home gym provides a convenient way to further your fitness journey. Maybe you’re thinking about putting together your own home gym as we head into the fall season and

How Protein Aids Weight Loss

You may have heard that protein is an essential nutrient for losing weight. We’re here to confirm that. Yes, you will have a much harder time losing weight if you don’t get enough protein in your body. In fact, some say it’s the most important

What are the Symptoms of Celiac Disease?

Every year, September 13 is reserved for National Celiac Disease Awareness Day. Far too many Americans just aren’t educated on celiac disease, its symptoms, or its treatments. Roughly two million Americans, and one percent of the world’s population, suffer from the disease. Essentially, celiac disease

What are the Benefits of Aqua Zumba?

What if you took one of the most popular branded dance classes in the world and put it…in water? There are many health benefits of Aqua Zumba classes! Since 2001, Zumba has revolutionized the fitness industry by providing people with a fun and innovative way

Healthy Fall Recipe – Broccoli Casserole

Ingredients 2 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread 2 pounds broccoli florets 3 tablespoons butter, divided 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil  2 cups diced onion  4 cloves garlic, minced ⅓ cup all-purpose flour  3 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth 6 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Healthy Fall Recipe – Apple Pork Chops

Ingredients Sugar & Spice Rub 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder  1 ½ teaspoons onion powder 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin ¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper ¾ teaspoon black pepper Pork Chops 4 (8 ounce) bone-in pork

Gluten-Free Recipe – Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients 4 bell peppers, halved 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 large onion, sliced 16 oz. cremini mushrooms, sliced Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 lb. sirloin steak, thinly sliced 2 tsp. Italian seasoning 16 slices provolone Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish Instructions Preheat oven to 325º. Place peppers in a