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...
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.
Should you wait to lose weight to start strength training? No way! Here are seven, science-backed reasons to stop waiting to lose weight lift weights.
Do a quick online search for "detox water" and you'll come up with thousands of videos, recipes and even water bottles that claim to flush fat from your body and rid your body of toxins. So can this be? Is there really a special "detox water" that can do this? Many of...
In this week's #QandAWed video we tackle a really valuable question, "how do I tighten my core, abs?" Since this is such an important topic, I wanted to go into more detail than we did in the video here with this post to explain a few key points further and to offer...
Sticking with healthy habits isn't always easy, especially if you try to make too many changes all at once. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed at the thought of it all, go back to starting small. Try just one of these 5-minute-or-less ways to improve your health...
Are you ready to start an exercise program? Good for you! Once you’ve gotten your doctor’s clearance, here are a couple of pitfalls to avoid as you get started: #1: Setting Unrealistic Goals If you decide that running a 5K is your goal, but you’ve never run...
Walking is such a great low impact exercise that not only improves your overall health and wellness but can help you lose weight too! The good news is you can stick with walking if you want to burn more calories without having to run or jog. Here are 4 simple tips to...
Spark up your motivation mojo with these 10 inspiring fitness quotes (they are great for life in general too) -- be sure to pin your favorites! #1: An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day. - Henry David Thoreau #2: There are no limits. There are only...
Can walking 10,000 steps a day be the key to losing pounds or maintaining a healthy weight? Possibly! Read on to find out why. Whether you are just starting to build your fitness habit or are a more advanced exerciser, a regular walking program offers so many...
Staying young, losing weight, boosting your immune system -- if this were offered in a pill, we'd all be lining up to buy it! The reality is you can get all of these benefits from something even healthier than a magic pill -- yoga! Think of yoga as your all-natural...
If you've ever experienced wrist pain during an exercise you know it's no fun and it could even be holding you back from seeing progress if it prevents you from completing your workout! This basic, wrist focused routine is designed to help you build strength,...
Have you ever wondered, “how many calories can I burn with this workout routine? How often should I do it to lose weight?” If so, you aren’t alone! I know many of us are exercising to help us change our body composition or reach weight loss goals, and if you are curious about the calorie burn (or use a tracker to help provide you with this kind of feedback) of your exercise routine, I hope you will keep reading.
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....