Fiber is one of the most important foods in your diet. It helps keep your digestive system running smoothly and even lowers the caloric impact of the carbohydrates you eat. Fiber is especially helpful if you have problems eliminating waste or feel bloated often. Here’s a list of healthy fibers that you can incorporate into […]

“Every great accomplishment starts with the decision to try.” – Author Unknown Dreams aren’t designed to intimidate you, but challenge you to be better. Remember, the only shots you miss are the ones you don’t take. Every great accomplishment starts with the decision to try.

Every goal needs a plan to accomplish it. Whether you are trying to enhance your career, save more money, and of course, lose weight. Many people have great intentions to achieve their fitness goals, but very few have a specific plan. When it comes to weight loss, it is important to set “S.M.A.R.T.” goals, meaning […]

“Forgiveness is a gift you give YOURSELF.” – Tony Robbins Remember, resentment hurts you more than the person who caused your pain. Don’t let bitterness block your blessing. Forgiveness is the best path to peace.

One of the biggest lessons I have learned during my fitness journey is the importance of building muscle, especially if you’re going for that “toned” look. However, many fitness newcomers are clueless as to what it takes to actually BUILD muscle. One of the most common mistakes that people make is cutting calories during a building […]

“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement, nothing can be done without hope…” – Helen Keller Remember, doubt will delay your dream and if you truly want to succeed, you must starve your fears and feed your faith!

Music has the power to change your mood, it can invoke feelings of love, sadness, optimism and everything in between. When it comes to fitness, music is also a powerful tool that can put you in a “zone” and even help you burn more calories. Here’s some great insight from Active.com: As they observed more […]

“Always cry for love, never cry for pain.” – Prince Every relationship and every situation has it’s season, if you lose something you love, trust that something better is around the corner and hold on to the positive memories. Don’t waste tears on things that aren’t meant to be. Instead, focus your energy on the […]

From planning outdoor activities to family chores around the house, there are a variety of ways to get active with your kids. Get your little ones started early and help them learn the importance of staying active while they are young. Check out Health.com’s list of ways you can do this!

“When you feel like quitting, remember why you started.” – Author Unknown There may be bumps in the road, but you should never let one obstacle keep you from pursuing your dream. Remember, the things worth having don’t come easy. Success is not always a matter of smart or talented you are, sometimes it’s simply a […]

From weight gain, to fatigue and a host of other problems, eating too much sugar can be detrimental to your health. As a matter of fact, many of us are addicted to sugar and don’t even know it. Here is an insightful documentary about how sugar effects the body along with alternatives to eating sugar:

“If you’re tired of starting over, then stop giving up!” – Anon If you throw in the towel when things get tough you will NEVER reach your goal. Remember to persevere, especially when adversity strikes. Reaching your goal requires hard work, but it also requires you to hold on, even when you want to let go.