Not all fats are created equal. Americans do get plenty of fat in their diets, yet most remain deficient in the important omega 3 essential fatty acids. So, here is your tutorial on why these special fatty acids are important, what foods provide them, and what supplements to choose if…
https://youtu.be/0T93ZEQD8jk Ab Crunches vs. Core Workout Do you remember when getting a six pack was achieved by doing repetitive abdominal crunches? In those days there wasn’t much thought given to the rest of the muscles that make up the core. Well, times have definitely changed and we have evolved…
It seems that everywhere we turn there is a new study proving that an excess of refined sugar is the root cause of many of our most devastating health problems. In the short term it can sap our energy, cause unwanted weight gain, and accelerate premature aging. In the long…
Greetings Total Gym Fitness Challenge Participants! How did Week 1 go with the New Year, New You Total Gym 5 Week Fitness Challenge? I’m sure that you crushed it, kicked some serious butt, and had a blast doing it! Now that you have Week 1 under your belt, we’re going…
Your body is made up of about 70% water, which means that it is one of the single most important elements that keeps you alive. Every part of your body depends on the hydrogen and oxygen molecules that are contained within water – it’s something you simply cannot live without.…
https://youtu.be/vSAZvE5SCc0 Stretching each morning can be very beneficial to your health in many ways. It increases blood circulation giving you more energy throughout the day, and helps strengthen your muscles and increase flexibility. Stretching will also help prevent injuries. Stretching each morning is easy, fun and is essential for…
Apple Bottom. Badonkadonk. Booty. Bubble Butt. Bum. Derrière. Money Maker. Whatever you call it… you want it to look good! Let’s get to the bottom of this topic, pun intended. Several years ago I was in a session with a client and she blurted out, “Please help me keep my…
Out with the old, in with 2017’s newest fitness trends! It’s the New Year and with it comes several new fitness trends for 2017. Some may have you scratching your head and wondering what the workout involves. Classes like barre, floating yoga, and virtual boxing may sound interesting and a…
https://youtu.be/VR2_sx2y1ac Greetings Total Gym Fitness Challenge Participants! If you are like most people, then you are currently thinking about the upcoming year, your New Year’s Resolutions and looking for new workout ideas & various fitness solutions to capitalize on your fitness plans in 2017. You have most likely…
“Dr. Mantell, 2017 is going to be my healthiest year ever,” many folks say about this time of the year. “Yep, I’m going to lose weight, exercise more, have better relationships and I’m not going to sweat the small stuff anymore.” Then sometime in mid-February, when these yearly “Re”solutions begin…