Losing belly fat is often desired based on vanity measures. But it is also issued by health professionals to combat associated risks of metabolic disorders, including heart disease and diabetes. In hopes to shed weight fast, individuals may be turning to stomach wraps marketed on social media web sites. Besides, their promotion as “detox wraps…
Most people hear the term “core” and think sleek, sexy six-pack. But core doesn’t just apply to rock-hard abs—it actually describes almost every muscle in your torso. From elite athletes to weekend warriors, everyone can benefit from a stronger core. Think of core muscles as being the foundation for your body (similar to the foundation…
Finding that your current fitness program has stalled out and progress seems to move farther and farther out of reach? Try making an adjustments in one or more the elements in the F.I.T.T.E. principle.
Undoubtedly, when I consult with clients and ask about goals, I hear “I want to lose “xx” pounds and tone my “xx”. While weight loss is certainly a very real goal to tackle, the idea of “toning your muscles” is one of the most misused phrases in fitness. There is no such thing as “toning…
What’s black and white but may not be read all over? It’s a nutrition facts label! It’s present on nearly every package of food, but not always accounted for. Let’s take the mystery out of this label and show you all the useful information that it contains. Let’s breakdown the label. The number of servings…
Ah yes, the time when sweet, savory, crunchy, tasty junk foods shine brightly and are oh soooo satisfying. Here is where we separate nutrient dense from calorie dense. There seems to be this hard wired rule that one should stop eating after 7 p.m. Dieters from all walks of life have drawn the line in…
With normality seeming anything but normal, how do we continue to keep fitness in our daily routine? Read more to find out.