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The Light vs. Heavy Weights Debate: Which Is Better?
I am often asked: Should I lift heavy or light weights? Won’t lifting heavy make me bulk up? Isn’t lifting light weight just a waste of time? And while I know many trainers would disagree, my answer is that both types of training can offer significant benefits....
The Magic of Muscle: 5 Awesome Reasons to Strength Train
#1: Muscle burns fat best, even at rest. What's the most effective form of exercise to improve your body composition? Strength training! Strength training helps you build muscle and lose fat simultaneously, which cardio exercise alone can't achieve. A...
My 5 favorite home workout equipment pieces for under $50
You can absolutely work out at home without spending a dime (and we have hundreds of free, no equipment needed workout videos here to prove it!). But if you have been exercising in your home space for a while, you may want to consider investing in a few...
Willpower and Weight Loss: Top 3 Tips to Optimize Your Long-Term Success
We are excited to share this special guest post from Rebecca the Dietitian! We recognize how much the way you fuel your body influences your exercise results, and are excited to be able to bring you Rebecca’s sound eating advice to help you optimize your...
3 Simple Tips to Help You Feel and Look Your Best This Summer
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Gliding Discs: Get more out of your workouts with this inexpensive, portable tool
GLIDING DISCS: This inexpensive, portable tool can help you get more out of your workouts! How to find (or make!) the proper gliding tools for you Why use gliders? Gliding discs (sliders or gliders) are simple, practical tools to help you get more out of your...
How to Lose Weight ‘Fast’ (No Crash Diets or Cleanses Required!): 5 Tips to Help You Reach Your Healthy Weight Faster
We are excited to share this special guest post from Rebecca the Dietitian! We recognize how much the way you fuel your body influences your exercise results, and are excited to be able to bring you Rebecca’s sound eating advice to help you optimize your...
What I Wish I Had Known About Eating When I Was Struggling to Lose Weight
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Cooking for One: Healthy Meal Ideas for When You are Dining Solo
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4 Things That Can Block Your Healthy Choices (And How to Overcome Them)
Here are 4 things we came up with that can prevent us from making the choice to take the best care of ourselves:
The Best Strategy for Long-Term Weight Loss Success
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3 Ways Food Guilt Makes You LESS Healthy During the Holidays (And At Any Other Time of Year)
Do you ever find yourself feeling guilty about your food choices? Do you have thoughts like, “I am so full I’m sure I have gained weight” or “I am going to have to exercise like crazy to burn this off” or “I might as well keep eating all of this food and start dieting again on Monday”? Here are three ways food guilt makes you less healthy:
3 Ways Intermittent Fasting Might Help You Lose Weight (And How to Tell if It’s Right for You)
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5 Fun Fall Foods That Help You Stay Healthy (Plus 3 Simple Seasonal Recipes to Try!)
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Hormones and Weight Loss: 3 Ways to Balance Your Hunger Hormones
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3 Tips for Staying Healthy & Fit this Summer
We are excited to share this special guest post from Rebecca the Dietitian! We recognize how much the way you fuel your body influences your exercise results, and are excited to be able to bring you Rebecca’s sound eating advice to help you optimize your...
3 Healthy, Fresh & Fun Summer Recipes To Try
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4 Nutrition Tips to Help You Get the Most Out of Strength Training (Even With a Busy Schedule)
We are excited to share this special guest post from Rebecca the Dietitian! We recognize how much the way you fuel your body influences your exercise results, and are excited to be able to bring you Rebecca’s sound eating advice to help you optimize your...
Eating and Exercise: What to eat before, during, and after your workout for best results
We are excited to share this special guest post from Rebecca the Dietitian! We recognize how much the way you fuel your body influences your exercise results, and are excited to be able to bring you Rebecca’s sound eating advice to help you optimize your...
3 Ways Stress Can Impact Your Weight (Plus 3 Tips on How to Deal)
Rebecca the dietitian shares how stress can impact your weight and what to do about it if you have been struggling to lose weight.
Top 4 Nutrition Shifts to Make This Year For a Stronger, Healthier Body
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Top 10 Quotes On Gratitude and Giving Thanks
We hope these quotes about expressing gratitude inspire you to consider adding being thankful to your priorities when it comes to healthy habits so that you can reap all of the wonderful benefits that come to you and those around you when we put thankfulness into practice on a regular basis.
Top 3 Nutrition Myths You Still Believe That Are Keeping the Scale Stuck
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3 Reasons Dieting is Slowing Your Weight Loss
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3 Reasons to Stop Labeling Food as “Good” or “Bad”
Could the way you view what you eat be stalling your progress? We are excited to share this special guest post from Rebecca the Dietitian! We recognize how much the way you fuel your body influences your exercise results, and are excited to be able to bring you...
Top 10 Personal Development Quotes to Motivate You To Keep Growing and Learning
Have you ever dedicated time to really think about what you want to do, be or have in your life? While we all may have dreams, spending time focusing on (and detailing) what you want to achieve in the various areas of your life can be a meaningful first step for...
Plantar Fasciitis: 3 Ways to Prevent This Common Cause of Foot Pain
Foot pain can literally stop you in your tracks. But did you know it can also cause issues with your neck, shoulders, hips, knees and more? If your feet hurt, chances are good you’re making subconscious (or completely on-purpose!) adjustments to your posture...
Best Motivational Quotes for Working Out
Quote collections are one of my favorite sources of inspiration! Any time you need a little extra dose of motivation to get moving, check out any of these words of wisdom (be sure to pin and share your faves!). What do you think are the best motivational quotes for...
6 Ways Exercise is Good for Your Brain
You probably started working out because you know it’s good for your body. Physical activity helps decrease the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes, reduces the likelihood of developing certain types of cancer, strengthens our muscles, and protects our...
3 Positive Body Image Exercises To Try Today
A healthy mind is just as important as a healthy body! Here are three simple exercises to help you build a more positive body image.
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