You see, the mainstream media is constantly bombarding the American public with messages to eat fewer carbs. And while Americans could certainly use an overhaul on their carb habits, eating less isn’t necessarily the answer, nor is it required when you follow this one simple “carb rule”: Eat less sugar, eat more fiber. As the […]
Dancing is a full-body exercise that can really tone your body from top to bottom. If you have weight to lose or just want to sculpt beautifully lean muscles, and the treadmill isn’t your thing, get your groove on. Got two left feet? Don’t worry, you don’t have to go to a club or embarrass […]
You’re bummed that your kids decided not to try out for the soccer team. Instead, they’re sitting on the couch watching TV and eating cookies. Are your kids just lazy? Think again. You may actually be the one to blame for their inactivity. According to a study from Penn State University, young girls age 8-10 […]
Weight isn’t the only measure of fitness, and it may not be the best way to gauge your progress. The mirror is truly your best friend when it comes to weight-loss progress. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to wean yourself off of the bathroom scale because it gives you what seems like “direct” feedback. But consider this: […]
Step #1 In the morning wake up and the first thing that you will want to do is I drink a liter of water and that’s very important because most of us are dehydrated, without even knowing it, especially after you sleep. And if you sleep with your mouth open, you actually lose a lot […]
Breathe. Your body breathes automatically, so when you have to think about how to breathe during exercise it’s not uncommon to make mistakes. Yoga requires breathing in and out through the nose, while Pilates recommends breathing through either the nose or mouth and then breathing out through the mouth. In weight lifting, however, there is […]
Do you stick to the old adage “no pain, no gain?” You could be dead wrong. If you’re experiencing pain while you exercise, something isn’t right – period. Contrary to the popular saying, pain doesn’t give way to fitness gains and can, in fact, hamper your ability to perform exercises and lead to injury. Pain […]
Having trouble staying motivated with your fitness goals? Here’s my solution: Reflect on your good qualities every day. First, start with what you do well. Are you a good friend, mother or co-worker? Do your actions positively affect others in your life? Try to remember the good acts you’ve done throughout your life in detail. You […]
When it comes to losing weight, it may not be how many calories you burn in a week that affects your bottom line most. Rather, it’s how often you burn these calories. If you’re relying on a 4-hour weekend hike to make up for a sedentary week, you may actually be better off spending four […]
If taking one step back for every two steps forward sounds like a recipe for failure, think again. Running on sand makes your body work harder compared to working out on a hard, flat surface. And if your workouts have been a bit stale lately, running on sand may be just what you need to […]
