Whether it’s unwanted weight gain, the loss of lean muscle, bone health concerns, or other issues, there are many challenges facing women during the years leading up to menopause and beyond. Weight Gain Hormonal changes increase the rate at which women store fat and diminish their ability to burn fat. It also causes changes in […]
Category Archives: Fitness
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Apr
Apr
We have all heard it many times before –exercise is good for us. It can help us lose weight, strengthen our heart, lower blood pressure, help manage blood sugar and insulin levels, improve mental health, improve sleep and strengthen bones and muscles. But did you know that there is a potentially negative side to working […]
Energy, Fitness, Food & Nutrition, Health Tips, Metabolism, Nutritional Supplements, Weight loss
Why Your Workout Isn’t Working Out
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Jan
Jan
Have you ever worked out for a significant period of time and noticed ZERO changes to your body? If you have, it can be one of the most discouraging realizations. After all, getting yourself off the couch and to the gym is a feat of strength on it’s own, never mind if all that hard […]
Energy, Fitness, Food & Nutrition, Health Tips, Immune System, Nutritional Supplements
Plan a Healthy Winter Getaway
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Jan
Jan
Mid-January usually marks the beginning of the mass exodus from the cold and wintery North down to the South. This time of year, nothing sounds better than a warm beach, a cold beverage and endless amounts of buffet food. Wait, not so fast! Vacations don’t have to involve binging on unhealthy food and over-indulging on […]
Energy, Fitness, Food & Nutrition, Health Tips, Nutritional Supplements, Weight loss
A Fit Heart is a Fit Start
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Jan
Jan
Exercise is probably one of the top things on your New Year’s resolutions list. You’ve heard it before … vigorous aerobic exercise three to five times a week for at least 30 minutes is key to a healthy heart and body. Aerobic exercise burns fat, speeds up your metabolism, strengthens the heart and is a […]
Energy, Fitness, Food & Nutrition, Health Tips, Immune System, Metabolism
Staying Healthy During the Holidays
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Dec
Dec
With family gatherings, and lots of indulgent food surrounding us, it’s very easy to unintentionally pack on a few extra pounds during the holiday season. Since the year is coming to an end, many people are starting to think about goals that they look forward to accomplishing next year. We’re here to help you with […]
Energy, Fitness, Food & Nutrition, Health Tips, Men, Metabolism, Nutritional Supplements, Weight loss, Women
5 Foods for Your Best Beach Body
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Jul
Jul
In order to achieve a beach body that you’re comfortable with, a healthy diet, along with regular exercise is key. However, it can be difficult to keep yourself in check, as there are so many tempting summer treats. To combat those cravings, here are some of our favorite healthy (and delicious!) foods to help you […]
Energy, Fitness, Health Tips, Men, Metabolism, Nutritional Supplements, Weight loss, Women
Get the Most out of Your Workout
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Jun
Jun
Nutrition plays a vital role both before and after physical activity. An active body requires carbohydrate and fat for fuel, protein for recovery and repair, vitamins and minerals to maintain energy metabolism and water to hydrate and prevent fatigue. It’s important your body gets the right amount of nutrients before your activity begins, but then […]
Anxiety, Covid 19 Recovery, Energy, Fitness, Food & Nutrition, Health Tips, Immune System, Nutritional Supplements, Weight loss
Post-Pandemic Health Tips
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May
May
As COVID-19 vaccinations continue to roll out across the country and life slowly starts to return to normal, many have found themselves feeling pressured to lose weight in anticipation of post-pandemic life. The average weight gain during the COVID-19 pandemic has been 3 to 15 pounds, mainly due to less movement, more snacking and convenience foods, more stress (which […]
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May
May
You’ve heard it many times before – exercise is good for you and can help you lose weight, improve your mood, give you more energy, reduce stress, and improve your sleep. But now, it seems like we can add one more benefit to that list. According to a recent study, regular exercise was strongly associated […]
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