How to use coconut oil to lose weight
There has been a lot of talk about the benefits of coconut oil for weight loss. Should you be suspicious about these promises, or should you run for your spoon? We’ll take a few moments here to separate fact from fiction. Benefits of coconut oil Coconut oil provides lauric acid, a healthy, saturated fat, which […]
Do Pre-Workout Drinks Make a Difference in Your Performance?
Your pre-workout drink could make a big impact on your overall performance. A stimulant boost or an extra serving of protein before you hit the treadmills or lift those dumbbells could give you the energetic jolt you need to bulk up faster, challenge yourself further than ever before, or simply have increased stamina. Here’s the […]
Power foods to boost your weight loss
Let’s face it. Weight loss can be really tough. You can boost your chances of success by taking advantage of every available tool to help you get the pounds off. You already know about the usual suspects, exercise and diet. But did you also know that what you eat can be as important as the […]
Dance Off Those Last Five Pounds
There’s no doubt about it—where there’s a will, to lose weight, there’s a way. And, if you’re in the mood to seriously drop some weight while having a blast, dancing is the way (in a seriously fun way!) The best part of all is, you’ll focus on feeling the groove so much that you won’t […]
How to Lose Weight by Walking
A few years ago one of the biggest fitness trends was the walking trend. Today, it’s still going strong, allowing people to lose inches, achieve and stick to a healthy diet, and boost their overall energy and confidence. What’s not to love? Keep reading to learn all about it—and just what it can do for […]
Ways to Eat Healthy Without Even Trying
Have you ever noticed the ‘food and mood’ connection? It works like this: when you feast on a fast food burger and fries, you’re likely to go into a food coma. But, when you eat a protein packed and nutrient rich meal of real food (and free of chemicals and preservatives), your energy increases, and […]
Worst things to do after a workout
Getting a workout in feels great, keep the good going. Skip these bad after workout habits so you can enjoy the exercise glow long after you’ve washed off the sweat. Here are four big post exercise don’ts. Skip your recovery snack The optimal recovery window is within 30 minutes after exercise. During these crucial […]
Workouts to Lift Your Booty
Swim suit season is upon us. And – be honest – the prospect of filling your suit with a sagging bottom is not a thrilling one. What to do instead? Your bottom is a muscle so that means you can rebuild it. Try these workout tips to round your rear and bring a little extra […]
HIIT- High Intensity Interval Training
High intensity interval training is simply alternating periods of high intensity exertion with periods of lower intensity. For example, rather than walk at the same pace for 30 minutes, with HIIT you would run as fast as you can for 1 minute then walk or jog for 3 minutes. The length of your high intensity […]
How to make working out a habit
There are some things we just do without thinking. In fact, skipping these automatic activities feels strange. That’s because these activities have become habits. Other activities like exercise, well, not so much…at least not yet. Believe it or not, exercise can be established as a habit just like any other activity. Here’s how. Use […]
