We are now into week three. For many of you, you are well on your way to forming new habits and feeling the difference in your waistline, hunger levels, energy and strength. For some who have had some stumbles, it’s certainly not too late to really get back on the…
https://youtu.be/2bWGD59MoUc Push-ups are one of the best exercises ever created and could very well make the case for the best ever! Push-ups have been around as long as the idea of exercising has, and one of the best reasons that it is so popular is because it doesn’t require…
https://youtu.be/fPoNDfr2MEk There's a warm and fulfilling sensation when your taste buds savor certain foods. It could be the smell, the texture, or the flavors that you enjoy. Certain foods can trigger old, fond memories with just a whiff. The thought of my mom’s homemade zucchini bread takes me back…
Week 1's post outlined exercises to help jumpstart your metabolic makeover. If you missed it, or just want a refresher, click here to read week 1's post. The following is an attempt to rationalize the subject of eating. The metabolic relevance of food is not primarily the number…
Some like it hot… and some do not! If you are someone that likes to pour out sweat when you exercise, then hot yoga may be right up your alley! The warmth is felt when you walk into a heated studio and the sweat starts almost instantly as you begin…
How do we lose fat, increase lean muscle tissue, and get stronger and healthier? We CHANGE our metabolism! What is metabolism? Though most people don’t realize it, what the majority of people engaging in exercise and diet really want is linked to changing one’s metabolism or chemistry. The ultimate goal is actually…
Die-hard runners withstand a lot of obstacles to maintain their daily runs, including traffic, animals, difficult terrain and shin splints to name a few. But one obstacle that die-hards pride themselves on is running in any weather condition - rain, cold, wind and heat. Some runners discuss overcoming these obstacles…
I absolutely love cooking delicious healthy dinners that taste amazing but are still low in calories. I’ve included my top three low-calorie dinner ideas for you. Each one is sure to be a hit with your family and are 400 calories or less. Also, all of the recipes are plant…
https://youtu.be/zgBG8CAEuRE There’s no doubt that training on your own takes motivation, knowledge of what to do, the ability to push yourself beyond your comfort zone, and the commitment to stay consistent. If you love to workout, you probably have a base of knowledge to work through efficiently. But, if…
Delicious and crunchy apples are one of the most popular fruits in the US. However, what are the health benefits of apples? You’re probably familiar with the the old Welsh proverb that states “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” but is this cheap, common fruit really that great…