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To stretch or not to stretch? The question comes up so often, and the answer varies just as often. It can be hard to know what is best for your muscles. We’ve got you covered. Read on for the 411 on the when, why and how of stretching. When to do it The when of […]

We’ve already passed what’s known as the heaviest day of the year— January 3rd is when most people reach their heaviest weight (due to the temptation of finishing off holiday leftovers.) It’s been a couple months, and now it’s game time. It’s weight loss time. It’s your time to get your waistline and overall fitness […]

Are you serious about losing weight? Are you tired of feeling tired all of the time? Do you want to improve your strength and endurance so you’re no longer winded every time you climb a flight of stairs? If so, a trainer is just what you need to reach your goals in record time. Here’s […]

You may have heard that cardio is the only way to go when you want to drop extra pounds. The truth is cardio is one way, but it certainly isn’t the only way to lose weight. Strength training will also help you trim unwanted weight. Here’s the scoop. Strength training helps you build more muscle […]

Fad diets may seem like a quick fix (the lemonade cleanse, the no-carb diet, or the all-soup diet) but the truth is, there’s no magical solution when it comes to weight loss. In fact, there aren’t really any shortcuts. It boils down to a healthy diet, high-intensity training, and one day at a time. Here’s […]

As with any goal, it is important to measure the effectiveness of your exercise efforts. For example, if you are phoning in your fitness, your outcomes will be less than if you give it your all. How can you tell if your workout was effective? Here are some tips. Heart Rate It is important to […]

The average adult stomach can hold about 4 cups of food. Still, for a number of reasons many of us routinely consume 2 or 3 times this amount. The result? Discomfort and, ultimately, weight gain. What happens to your body when you overeat? Read on to learn about what happens and what you can do […]

When it comes to weight loss, we forget our patience. The sooner the pounds drop the better, we think. Although it might sound ideal to lose weight quickly that strategy may not bode well for the long term. If you are anxious to speed up your weight loss, here are a few good reasons in […]

Spring is right around the corner and if you’re more round than you’d like to be, you still have time to shape up. Get your bikini body ready with these fitness and nutrition tips. No excuses. They are easy to work into even the busiest schedule, so go ahead and get started today.   Drink […]

If you’re just getting started with a running program, you may already have the gym (or an open trail) to train. But, what about the various other essentials you need to improve your overall time or performance? Here are some tips for runners of every level so that you can boost your endurance, strength, and […]