Colin Felix

Most people do not think of fishing as an athletic endeavor, but your body knows the difference. Standing for hours on a rocking deck, twisting your torso to cast against an offshore wind, and hauling in a feisty striped bass or bluefish will put a tremendous amount of stress on your lower back and shoulders. If you are not prepared, you will spend the rest of your vacation nursing a stiff neck and a screaming lower back.

Summer at the Jersey Shore is incredible, but by the time late July rolls around, the midday humidity in South Jersey can feel downright oppressive. When the temperature spikes and the air feels thick, trying to push through a standard outdoor workout during the hottest part of the day is a recipe for heat exhaustion, dizziness, and miserable muscle cramps.

Walking the Ocean City, NJ boardwalk on a beautiful summer evening is a quintessential shore experience. But let’s be honest when you are surrounded by the smell of fresh funnel cakes, caramel popcorn, and massive slices of pizza, sticking to your wellness routine can feel nearly impossible.