If you’re working out and eating clean but still have a bulge in your belly, don’t be so quick to blame your body fat. More than likely, the REAL culprit is bloat. There are many causes for bloating including overeating, eating too fast, and consuming foods that cause bloating like artificial sweeteners, and dairy products. Although a […]

When it comes to weight loss, one of the most common myths is to avoid carbs. This is only partially true. You DO want to avoid “bad” carbs like foods with refined sugars, soda, potato chips, starchy breads, and cookies (to name a few), but you DON’T want to avoid the good carbs, like green vegetables, […]

Unless you’re a gym rat, you probably don’t get excited about doing push ups, jumping jacks, or burpees. In fact, most people skip the gym all together because the mental anguish of exercising is too much to bear. However, if you learn to make exercise a positive experience, you’ll begin to become more motivated about getting active. […]

By now I’m sure you’ve figured out that losing weight is not just about exercise but how you eat. One of the hardest things for people to overcome is food cravings, especially late at night. When you give in to these after hours cravings, you’re putting yourself at risk of gaining weight because you’re adding […]

There’s no denying that Thanksgiving is the time that we “go in.” As a matter of fact, many of us already budget the extra pounds we plan to gain from indulging in a big Thanksgiving dinner. However, you can still enjoy delicious food during the holiday without adding the extra pounds. Check out Web MD’s […]

There’s no doubt that being active is important for weight loss but being still is just as important. When I say “still,” I’m referring to sleep! There are so many benefits of a good night’s rest. From the positive impact on your attitude to having more energy throughout the day, getting enough zzzz’s can truly […]

You don’t have to be a gym rat to stay in shape. In fact, a little walking everyday can take you a long way when it comes to reaching your weight loss goals. Walking is a great form of cardio because it burns calories without being too hard on your body. Walking is an excellent alternative to […]

You don’t have to lose time losing weight. As a matter of fact, you can burn more fat in less time doing High Intensity Interval Training (also known as HIIT). HIIT is considered to be much more effective than normal cardio because the intensity is higher and you are able to increase both your aerobic […]

  If you’re a man who wants more muscular, defined arms or a woman who is trying to build a bigger booty, check out these videos with fitness demonstrations that can help you achieve your goals. Top 5 Bicep Peak Exercises 5 Minute Butt and Thigh Workout

A few days after a tough work out you may find yourself having a hard time walking up stairs or carrying groceries. You’re not alone, as a matter of fact, delayed onset muscle soreness (also known as DOMS) is common. However, you shouldn’t use it as an excuse to skip the gym. Learn more about DOMS, […]

When you were in school, you might remember learning about chlorophyll; the stuff in plants that give it that green color, but what you probably didn’t know is that chlorophyll also has many amazing health benefits. Adding chlorophyll as a daily supplement can help control cravings, promote healing, relieve swelling, improve iron levels, and reduce […]

If you’re overweight and feeling intimidated about starting an exercise program, there are practical ways to get active and lose weight without feeling defeated by your workout (because lets admit it, no everyone wants to do burpees and jumping jacks). Walking, Aqua Aerobics, Strength Training, Group Fitness and Tai Chi are all great ways to […]