If you’ve been around the Fitness world in any capacity for long enough, you’ve probably heard people talking about ‘macros’ and ‘micros’ in relation to nutrition – but what do they mean, and why is there such a focus on macros? Put simply, macro- and micronutrients are the various nutrients…
Most New Year Resolutions fail within the 1st two weeks of January It’s really common for people to set New Years’ Resolutions that they don’t really think will be successful. Sure, they’ll give it a red-hot go, maybe they will even last longer than they initially think, but in time,…
https://youtu.be/B8G9IkIFSWA Hello 2022! I can’t believe you arrived so quickly! If you are still in holiday mode, then you probably still have your tree lit up, decorated, and standing tall! To inspire you to take down your holiday decor, let’s honor your body with a “take down the tree” workout!…
We all know that holidays are a time where we dread packing on the extra pounds because of all the temptations with rich foods around us. I find that when it comes to preparing for cocktail parties or casual get togethers, people tend to gravitate to the same old cheeses,…
With the cool brisk weather settling in, and the holidays fast approaching, it’s time to think about comfort foods, warm beverages and tantalizing spices. One of my favorite spices is ginger, which is popular world-wide for its tantalizing flavor. But ginger doesn’t just taste good, it’s used in various forms…
https://youtu.be/siGBZ8_04Uw Thanksgiving is known for its delectable dishes and delightful desserts. This hefty indulgence can do some serious damage to your caloric intake. Some studies suggest that the average American consumes up to 3,000 calories during the feast, and that’s not including the appetizers, drinks, and desserts! Pretty scary right?…
https://youtu.be/EcBhEpQKqpI Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude and to truly appreciate the gift of life, love, and generosity. We celebrate the Holiday with fabulous festivities and traditional favorites like candied yams, mashed potatoes, stuffed turkey, and of course, warm pumpkin pie! Traditions can vary for all of us, but there…
From the words “And when October goes the snow begins to fly…”, “Look around, leaves are brown, and the sky is a hazy shade of winter,” to “Oh the weather outside is frightful…,” this time of year often brings with it energy sapping, mood depressing, appetite increasing, sleep jumbling, thought…
As we head into a new season and the skies become darker, it can really help us establish proper sleeping habits if we have a deeper understanding of our circadian rhythm. The Cortisol Hormone Our adrenal glands produce cortisol, which is our "fight or flight" hormone. We have two adrenal…
If there is one food that everyone probably has in their kitchen, but do not give it the honor that it deserves, it is garlic. Dubbed the “stinking rose”, garlic belongs to the lily family and is related to onions, chives, shallots, and leeks. It is cultivated worldwide and has…