Fat-free does not equal healthy So many of my clients think they’re winning when they tell me they’re reaching for fat-free foods; i.e. yogurt, milk, and other dairy products. While it may seem like this[…]
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Tag: diet
Carbohydrates: complex vs simple and why we need them
To carb or not to carb That is the question. For many looking to lose weight, they tend to turn towards diets that are low in carbs, or cut out carbs completely. But this is[…]
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Snack to feel full longer: what to snack on
What do you snack on? Most of us grab what’s convenient: chips, crackers, pretzels, or a box of cookies. While this may seem like a great idea, it is terrible for people like me. I[…]
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Exercise to have a younger heart
It happens to everyone As we age, the heart becomes less flexible, more stiff and just isn’t as efficient in processing oxygen as it used to be. In most people, the first signs show up[…]
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Losing weight before puberty can prevent diabetes
Being a heavy kid is common More than 23 percent of all children worldwide are overweight or obese. Not only are heavy kids more likely to face bullies in the schoolyard, they are also more[…]
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Taking extra rest days to achieve the next level
Rest to rise above Sometimes it’s necessary to take a few days, a week, or longer off from your workout routine. Things happen, like a vacation where you can’t get your normal workout routine done.[…]
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Pizza and Beer: You can’t out-train a bad diet
I’m guilty as charged There are days where I just say “F it” and eat whatever I want. While these days are few and far between, I used to have these days all the time.[…]
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Diet hacks: Get your greens
Do you eat enough greens? The original “dark leafy green” delivers an impressive two dozen vitamins and minerals that you need to workout and recover well. Vitamin K and potassium are essential to building bone[…]
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Zero gains: 5 reasons your workout isn’t working
Working out is hard.. But when you feel your body becoming stronger, your energy levels increasing, and your pants feeling looser, it’s worth it. The problem is, at one point or another, everyone has put[…]
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Skinny-fat: High metabolism and poor diet combo
Some of us are blessed with height, others are blessed with beautiful teeth or perhaps gorgeous eyes. Genes play a huge role in many of our features, and some people are blessed with an extremely[…]
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8 exercise habits that are holding you back
There’s nothing more satisfying than conquering a great workout. The feeling of pride after smashing a challenging new exercise or activity is pretty incomparable. In addition to the emotional benefits of working out, there are[…]
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How to find your Swolemate: Fitness friends
Motivation is key Whether you’re just starting out your fitness journey or you’ve been at it for awhile, you will notice that motivation is needed to get your butt into gear. Ideally, you should find[…]
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