Five minutes to a stronger core
The core isn’t only your abs; it is also your back and shoulders. Essentially, the core is the trunk of the body. Your core has a role to play in virtually every movement you make. With standing, or stepping, lifting, running and reaching the core is engaged. Because it is so integrally involved in much […]
Four reasons why the scale hasn’t budged
It just doesn’t make sense. You are doing everything you can think of to drop pounds and, still, they keep hanging on. Maybe you’re even gaining weight. Get that scale going down by dodging these four common pitfalls. You aren’t getting enough protein In an article titled, the role of protein in weight management, researcher […]
Back to School Fitness—How to Work Out While Handling Your Kids Schedule
Whether you’re a single parent who is tackling work and child rearing by yourself, or you’re married and juggling the busy demands of a growing family, working out while handling your kid’s schedule isn’t an easy one (we won’t even pretend it is!) That’s why when it comes to fitness, you’ve got to give yourself […]
Tips to Avoid Overeating
Moderation is the key for any successful weight loss or weight management plan. So how do you resist the temptation of overeating? Here are a few tips to try. Eat regularly It may seem that you are saving a few calories when you skip a meal but you probably aren’t. Missed meals usually lead to […]
Best Workouts for Stronger Legs
Summer is here, which for many people means thighs, thighs, thighs! Whether you live in a hot climate, or you’ll soon whisk yourself off to a tropical paradise for your yearly vacation to Hawaii, there’s no better time to get your legs in the best shape of their life. Here are three leg workouts that […]
Eating protein can boost weight loss
You can win the weight loss game when you play by the rules. Nothing new to learn! You already know them – exercise to build muscle and burn calories, stay active throughout the day (move more) and take in the appropriate number of calories for your activity level and body type. Get extra points by […]
Are 30 Minute Classes Enough to Lose Weight?
Your life is busy, and it seems to get busier with each day that passes. That means you don’t always have the time or the patience for a daily workout that takes 90 minutes to finish. The good news is, you can still lose weight, still burn fat, and still strengthen your core while embarking […]
Common Myths About Cardio
Okay…so you’re eating the right kind of high nutrient food that your personal trainer swears by, your portions are correct, and you’ve become a cardio queen (or king) this past month…so why aren’t you reaching your weight loss goals? When it comes to cardiovascular exercise, you need to know how it works—in order to make […]
Can you eat sugary fruit when trying to lose weight?
Can you eat sugary fruit when trying to lose weight? Sounds like a no brainer but it turns out the answer might not be what you expected. Will an apple a day help keep pounds away? When we typically think of fruit, we think low calorie, healthy treat. While it’s true that fruit is full […]
Should You Vary Your Workouts?
It has been said that variety is the spice of life. Variety is also important when it comes to workouts. Here’s why you should switch it up. Chase the thrill of something new When it comes right down to it doing the same thing the same way all the time is just plain boring. Varying […]
