3 tips to perfect your forward lunge
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The beauty of the forward lunge is its power to tone your lower body as it boosts functional fitness. Lunges prepare your body to tackle many of your daily tasks. That means you are building the muscle and balance you need to keep moving and maintain independence well into your golden years. When comes to […]
Are superfoods worth the hype?
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You’ve probably heard the hype about whatever the latest food celebrities or “experts” are touting. There is always a new one from kale to quinoa, chia seeds to goji berries or acai. Do superfoods live up to their hype or is all the talk just a lot of hooey? Here’s what you need to know. […]
How to pick a good personal trainer
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Choosing to work with a personal trainer is a big step. It signifies many things including readiness to commit to a fitness plan that helps you meet your goals; and willingness to be accountable. Congratulations, but beware. Personal trainers are not one size fits all. How will you know which one is right for you? […]
Why It’s Important to Track Your Food When Trying to Lose Weight
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It doesn’t feel good to have extra weight in your mid-section, on your back and on your thighs that you have unsuccessfully been able to lose. That’s why, if you’re really serious about your weight loss goals, you’ve got to have a serious strategy in place. One of best strategies for losing weight is the […]
Exercises That Will Boost Your Metabolism For Hours!
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Some workouts are intended to gain muscle, while other exercises will blast fat. But did you know that some workouts are designed to actually blast fat, gain muscle AND increase your metabolism, all at the same time? Read on to learn how to achieve the magical ‘3’, and change your fitness routine for the better! […]
How to keep the weight off
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In many ways, keeping the weight off can be even more challenging than losing it in the first place. The biggest task is making the mental shift from reaching your goal: say a particular number on the scale, or embracing new lifestyle habits. That shift is critical because it is the key to success. Here’s […]
How often should you be lifting weights?
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When we think of exercise, we often think cardio. Weight training is also valuable. Lifting weights is an important way to build muscle, strengthen bones, extend functional mobility and even beat stress. How often should you be doing it to get the most benefit with the least injury? Here’s what you need to know. Weight […]
Five steps to a better stretching routine
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To stretch or not to stretch? That used to be the question. Now we know the answer is definitely to stretch Are there things you can do to get the most of your stretch routine? You bet! Here are five must do steps for best results. Think warm and slow as you go Stretching cold […]
Fit Date Night Ideas (For Any Couple, At Any Age!)
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Has ‘date night’ started to feel a bit…predictable lately? If so, we’ve got five really fun, totally unpredictable, and health focused date ideas that won’t just bring the fun back into dating again…but that will keep your metabolism revving! Pick one, any one and recreate date night! Take a Dance Lesson You may have told […]
How to Break Through a Weight Loss Plateau
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You’ve been going strong at the gym, just like you set out to do. Just two weeks ago, you weighed yourself and you had lost another five pounds—yah!—but since then, the pounds aren’t budging. If you’re doing everything right (eating clean, watching your portions and getting your cardio in) but you’re not losing any more […]