The true mark of the new year is with the first new moon in Aries, the very first sign of the zodiac. It rules the head, the ego, the identity. It is the ruler of new beginnings and taking action.

There's something empowering about designing your own workout and knowing exactly why you're doing every single exercise.

Linda Ellson visits us here in Ellicottville once a year to advise us on Feng Shui, which is SO fascinating! She is a 20+ year Feng Shui practitioner and owner of Feng Shui Your World

One thing that has been tremendously important throughout the years and is literally a fundamental training principle at Core Performance Fitness is core strength.

Speaking of feet, that is the body part that Pisces represents. Happy birthday beautiful, artistic and dreamy Pisces people! This month, two huge changes take place…

The thing most evident when one speaks with Suzie Ditcher, besides her uplifting enthusiasm for all things “life,” is her huge, overflowing heart. She doesn’t just speak love, she lives it. That’s important for the kind of lifework she has chosen throughout her time on earth.

Recently, one of my clients who had lost a lot of weight wondered if she would ever regain elasticity of her skin to match her weight loss.

The good news about cancer is that the risk of dying from cancer in the United States has decreased over the past 28 years, according to annual statistics reported by the American Cancer Society (ACS).

Suzanne Roberts grew up in Ellicottville. Many of you know her adoringly as Suzie Mentley. For over 25 years, she has owned and operated Gado-Gado, which continues to be an integral part of her life.

Winter, snow, ice, skiing, fires, chill, sadness, cheer, excitement are a few words people use to describe this time of year. What is your spin on the winter months? Are you living your best life with the winter activities and energy?

Through my years as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, I have noticed the one main ingredient that keeps people from reaching their fitness goals.

Rachele has established her own brand-new business, Sunshine Pilates by Rae. Rachele is a STOTT Pilates instructor who specializes in Neurological Pilates, Injury Rehab and Athletics. She is offering one-on-one sessions inside Core Performance Health & Fitness Studio.

Let’s get straight to the point: the WNY American Red Cross could really use your help! The need for new blood is constant to ensure a healthy and reliable supply. All blood types are welcome and your contribution could help save or change a life.

Are you one of those people who mindlessly moves from exercise to exercise without any real regard for the muscles you are working? If so, this article is for you.

Have you noticed a very recent shift in your energy, in the way you feel about your outer world? About your own trajectory at this moment in time? Prepare to shift and turn on a dime in a way you would never expect. Welcome to Aquarius season. On steroids.

One of the many things I stress as a professional personal trainer is the speed or tempo at which you perform an exercise. Very often I need to tell clients to slow down, stop jerking and to feel the movement.

As the excitement, buzz, and movement towards personal growth, prosperity, and wellness gains momentum this month, let us just remember patience and compassion within. Americans often approach the New Year with enthusiasm, motivation, and energy.

New year, new you right? We’ve compiled a list of healthy habits and feel-good options from our local trainers and retailers to help you stick to those resolutions and have the best year yet!

The demands for classes & training in an area known for its seasonal residents and weekend visitors come with many obstacles, so I decided to get creative and built an A la Carte Fitness Menu. 

I could write countless articles on why hydration/water is so important to our bodies. It helps flush out waste, regulates body temperature and aids your brain function.