Gym hygiene for cold and flu season
Colder weather brings more people inside. That means more germs and greater exposure to bugs that cause cold and flu. Use these gym hygiene tips to keep germs at bay and help you stay well throughout the season. Wash your hands This one is a no brainer. Wash your hands for 20 to 30 seconds […]
Regular exercise helps you look and feel young as you age
Think old equals frail? Well, think again. Researchers have found that regular exercise produces bodies that are physiologically younger than their chronological years. Regular exercisers also have more youthful skin and better mobility with aging. When it comes right down to it, exercise isn’t just about looking great at the beach. It is really about […]
I pulled a muscle, now what?
The human body is an amazing machine capable of wondrous things. We can coax it to conquer new challenges and reach higher levels of strength and stamina. But sometimes, there are hiccups. Setbacks such as pulls and strains while raking leaves or running for the finish line. What is the next best step when you […]
Why You Shouldn’t Compare Your Body to Others
Michelle Obama has incredible, toned arms. Jennifer Aniston has toned, sculpted legs. That woman who runs next to you on the treadmill at the gym has a core you’d die for, and your neighbor has a tiny waist you’d kill for. The truth is, comparing yourself (which everyone does from time to time) is normal, […]
Why Incremental Goals Are Better Than Long Term Goals With Fitness
Incremental goals, which are smaller and more frequent goals, along the way to achieving your weight loss or ultimate fitness goals, are the most important method for success. Read to find out why, and how to set up a goal list, plan and method for your own path to excellent health. The Benefits of Incremental […]
Are meal replacements good for weight loss?
Many “successful” dieters have independently, or as part of a formal program, used meal replacements. That isn’t to say you cannot be successful without this strategy, there are benefits as well as drawbacks. Here are some things to think about. Why consider meal replacements? Convenience The biggest advantage of meal replacements is convenience. Poor planning […]
How Meal Planning Drops the Pounds (We’ve Got Four Amazingly Simply Ways to Do It)
No matter how much you want to lose weight, it’s not always easy to keep the momentum up, day after day and week after week. Unless, of course, you become a pro at planning your meals ahead of time. Here are four ways to chop, dice and simmer your meals to perfection, so when it’s […]
Portion sizes: How much is right?
Along with our waistlines, portion sizes have grown larger in the last few decades. Avoid portion distortion by reading labels, downsizing your dinner plate and making comparisons. Try the following tips to right size your portions. Start with your dinner plate In a New York Times article, Your Dinner Plate is Bigger that your stomach, […]
The truth about carb loading
If you are training for a full or half marathon, or another endurance event, you have probably heard the expression “hit the wall,” bandied about. Hitting the wall or bonking describes the extreme fatigue experienced when glycogen stores in the muscles and liver are depleted. Glycogen equals energy. If this has happened to you chances […]
No time for exercise? No sweat? Get it done in just 15 minutes with HIIT
When you’re short on time high intensity interval training (HIIT) is your ticket to fitness that fits your schedule. HIIT describes any exercise that alternates short bursts of high-intensity exercise with periods or slower exercise (think run for 30 seconds and walk for one minute). The beauty of this workout is that it can be […]
