3 mistakes you are probably making while lifting weights and how to correct them
Weight lifting is a great way to tone up and slim down. It also helps you build muscle and functional fitness. That means you’ll give your metabolism a boost and have an easier time managing activities of daily living. Whether you are new to weight lifting or have been at the bench for a while, […]
Jumping Rope – Not Just For Kids!
You don’t have to kill yourself to lose weight, tone up, and altogether get your early 20 something body back. In fact, you don’t even need to go through a grueling run to burn calories. You can burn fat and shed weight (in a shorter amount of time) than running alone—and with far less risk […]
Are sit-ups good for you?
The sit-up has long been included in the core fitness routine. The thinking was if you wanted washboard abs, or at least to banish your muffin top, you had to endure crunches. Does that advice still hold true? No. It turns out that sit-ups aren’t as good for the body as we thought they were. […]
Healthy recipes for Easter Lunch
Easter usually falls during Spring, a time when we turn to ideas of renewal and away from the heaviness of Winter. It is the perfect time to enjoy family, friends and lighter fare. Try these perfect for Easter lunch ideas. They’re all easy to make and offer great taste without expanding your waist. Roasted Asparagus […]
Is Counting Calories or Exercising More Important For Weight Loss?
Can you lose weight without exercising? Or can you lose weight without giving up the foods that you love—by working them out in your daily spin class? No matter how much weight you want to lose, one thing is certain: there isn’t a magic formula, but instead, a science to losing weight for good. Read […]
3 Breakfast Smoothies to Start your Day off Right
Your mother was right. A good breakfast is an important way to start every day. Don’t worry if you don’t have time to enjoy your first meal at the table. You can easily get great nutrition on the go with healthful smoothies. Why breakfast is important According to WebMD, people who regularly eat breakfast are […]
Skip the Scale: The Best Ways to Gauge Progress
When it comes to reaching your weight loss goals, there’s nothing more frustrating that looking at that stubborn number on the scale—which hasn’t budged an ounce (despite working your heart out at the gym and eating right.) However, don’t give up. We’ve got the low-down on weight loss, and why the scale isn’t always your […]
The best low impact cardio exercises
Low impact cardio exercises offer the benefit of boosting heart health without undue stress on the joints. More importantly, low impact exercise can be adapted for any fitness level. That means they can be perfect for beginners, for seniors and even those recovering from an injury or illness. Add these four to your regular fitness […]
Healthy Overnight Oats
Change your morning nutrition, and you’ll have the very tool you need to change your life. Here, you’ll find three incredibly versatile, delicious and simple to make overnight oat recipes that just might change how you do breakfast. Best of all, they’re full of the fiber, carbs and protein your body needs to thrive, lose […]
Healthy eating restaurant tips
We love to eat out. In fact, a 2015 Bloomberg Markets article reported that for the first time ever, Americans spent more money eating out than on groceries. This is despite the fact that we typically consume more calories and fat at restaurants than we do at home. Eating out so much doesn’t exactly support […]
