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 […]
Getting more sleep can help you lose weight
Sleep more, snack less. That pretty much sums up the research. Most adults need at least 7 to 8 hours of sleep each evening. Unfortunately for most of us, packed schedules mean we often get by on far less. Sleep isn’t just nice, it is necessary if you want to be your best – including […]
Exercises to prevent hip pain
Hip pain can make activities of daily living painful or even impossible. Exercise can help. If you have hip pain, exercise can improve flexibility, range of motion and even reduce inflammation. That means standing, walking and stair climbing will be a little easier. Some studies have shown that exercise may even help you delay or […]
5 Benefits of Walking
Are you in a rut, stressed out about work or just feeling down that you’re not losing weight like you think you should? Many people that have weight loss and fitness goals make the mistake of turning their workouts into a full blown obstacle race or boot camp affair. Luckily, walking makes effective exercise simple. […]
