The thing I hear most people complain about the most (when it comes to fitness) is their belly bulge. While most people think ab exercises are the answer (they are helpful), the “real” solution is pin pointing what’s causing you to retain weight in your mid section. For some people, it’s eating in excess, for […]
So, you’re motivated to get in shape but you feel overwhelmed about how to get started. No worries, you’re among MANY people who have this dilemma. Here are some important tips that every fitness beginner should consider: Calculate your recommended calorie intake. Everyone is different and we all have a wide range of nutrition needs. […]
My fitness journey has taught me so much about my body. Over the past year I have learned the importance of not only diet and exercise but also proper nutrition and rest for building muscle. The more muscle you have, the higher your metabolism which leads to burning more fat. Here’s a video that explains […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
Traditionally, we’ve been told to drink at least 8, eight ounce glasses of water per day (for a total of 64 ounces), however hydration needs vary from person to person based on factors like your weight, height and activity level. According to experts, you should aim to drink between a half ounce to an ounce […]
Before starting any fitness regime, you should start be assessing your needs, end goals and the things that may have held you back in the past. It is also important to be realistic. I remember receiving a message from a lady who asked me how to lose 100 pounds in 3 months. Sometimes we look […]
A sure way to feel defeated is to compare your fitness progress to someone who may be more advanced than you. Fitness is not about being better than others, it’s about being better than you used to be. Never let what you can’t do interfere with what you CAN do.Personally, I made a commitment to […]
