Why the Deadlift is a Smart and Safe Move During Pregnancy Disclaimer – As always, information in this article might not be proper for you during your pregnancy. Be sure to consult with your doctor and/or a pelvic floor specialist or physical therapist – each person’s pregnancy can be different! If you have further questions, […]

Stronger Bones, Smarter Tracking — The Power of DEXA for Women in Portland Bone health isn’t something most women think about until they have to. But what if you could be proactive — and not reactive — when it comes to your strength, longevity, and health? At APEX PWR in Portland, Oregon, we’re proud to

Raising the Bar: How the APEX PWR Women Support Each Other On and Off the Platform This past weekend, something special happened at APEX PWR. Coach Jessie, one of our beloved adult group fitness coaches, hosted a weightlifting meet through her nonprofit, Organizacion de Amigos. The event, called “Raise the Bar,” was more than just

Balancing Three Jobs and Still Losing 24 Pounds of Fat: Lauren Peterson’s 12-Week Transformation How Structure, Support, and Simple Nutrition Habits Helped a Busy Young Professional Reclaim Her Health At APEX Performance Wellness & Rehab, we believe real change doesn’t require a perfect schedule—it just requires the right plan and the right people in your

Creatine for Women: More Than Just a Performance Supplement Alright ladies, buckle up—because we finally have the first major paper on creatine and its benefits for women. For years, creatine has been widely recognized for its role in boosting exercise performance and strength. But this recent review sheds light on something even more important: Creatine

Workout While Pregnant = Muscly Babies?! 🤯 APEX PWR Explains the Science Behind Pregnancy & Strength Training We all know exercise is good for you—but did you know that working out during pregnancy might actually impact your baby’s muscle development? Studies suggest that when moms stay active—especially by lifting weights—their babies are born with more

Can Exercise Help with First Trimester Nausea? Here’s What the Research (and Our Expert) Says Pregnancy is an exciting journey, but for many women, the first trimester brings challenges like nausea and morning sickness. If you’re feeling queasy and wondering if working out could help, research—and our own Coach Adela—suggests that movement can help be

Redefining Fitness for Women: Strength Over Skinny At APEX PWR, we believe in empowering women through strength—not dieting, deprivation, or outdated beauty standards. Imagine a world where women are introduced to exercise as a way to build muscle, confidence, and resilience, instead of a tool to just be “thin.” This week’s Female Fitness article features

Safe Pregnancy Exercises: How to Stay Active Without Compromising Safety Staying active during pregnancy is one of the best things you can do for your body and your baby. However, modifying workouts for safety is crucial. Working with a professional one-on-one can be helpful to get a personalized plan that aligns with your fitness level,

Postpartum Plyometrics: How to Get Back Into It Plyometric training is an excellent way to build joint and tendon resiliency, but after giving birth, jumping back in (literally) can be challenging. It isn’t going to be a quick, overnight fix. There’s also no single, magical exercise that can be done to make instant improvements. Your