Do you have time to do all the things you enjoy or is most of your time spent at work? Would you say that your life is well balanced? Most of us are guilty of spending our time on work rather than on doing things we enjoy. Work can sometimes...
Since I can remember I have seen diet books on bookshelves everywhere. Recently, however, everyone seems to be on some sort of diet or another. Often I hear people saying things like I’m Paleo, or I’m Juicing. Before you were either on The Zone, South Beach or checking your Blood...
Connect Your Workouts to Your World - Why Hitting the Gym Helps More Than Just Your Waistline. Everyone has those days; the bad hair days, the bad skin days, the days where none of your clothes seem to look right. You have a day that starts that way and then...
It’s time to stray from the repetitive, and sometimes over-competitive, races. Whether you are searching for your very first half marathon to compete in, or you are a veteran with multiple races under your belt, this list will serve you well! Best Themed Runs Disney Princess Half Marathon, Florida The happiest place on...
Going Vegan may seem challenging, but, so many people have achieved amazing results from cutting down on their animal product consumption. Would you go Vegan for weight loss? Many celebrities have shared incredible weight loss transformations since starting a Vegan diet. From Kelly Osbourne, Jason Mraz, Olivia Wilde, Mac Danzig,...
The act of mindfulness is defined as: "active attention on the present". Mindfulness is commonly associated with meditation and yoga, but is a great tool for any aspect of life. A few areas that can benefit greatly from mindfulness are weight loss and dietary habits. The Basics of Mindfulness In order...
I’m sure by now you have seen this word ‘Paleo’ floating around the internet and social media platforms quite a bit. Maybe you have even read #gopaleo and thought #gowhat? Well if you’re curious about this new diet and want to know more, then stay tuned because I’m going to...
I remember when I started going to a gym back in 1990 (yup, I´m THAT old) that I had no idea what I was doing, at all. Like most beginners, I worked out without any clue as to why I was doing certain exercises. I was 17 & I liked...
The days are getting longer and that’s the first hint that summer is soon approaching. Problem is, as diligent as you are with your fitness routine and diet, you are just not meeting your objectives. According to scientists at the Fred Hutchison Cancer Research Center, you may need to...
It's surprising: often women don't want to lift weights because they're scared of getting big and bulky like a man. In fact, think back to the last time you were at the gym... I'd be amazed if there wasn't a group of guys in the free weight section, flexing in...
By now, most women have heard that lifting weights is the key to kicking one’s metabolism into high gear. By now, most women have been told strong is sexy and that they need to lift weights to get the definition they are looking for. And yet the weight room at...
Are you lucky enough to live in a warm winter land? Keeping fit may seem easy year round. However, for those who dwell in the far North, where temperatures can drop well below freezing - it may seem near impossible to fight the fat away. The worst thing one...
There are days when it is just too hot to turn on the heat to cook, and when my body simply craves a cool and refreshing meal option. And while fresh salads like a bright summer citrus salad or the middle-eastern tabbouleh salad may come to mind, today’s dish is...
According to the pop singer Shakira - our hips don’t lie. Especially if they are in pain, or really tight. Read on for fun facts about the power behind our pelvis muscles, and different ways we can lengthen and loosen up in the hips. The hip flexors literally carry the...
One of the hardest parts while trying to lose weight is probably limiting yourself to certain foods, there is also a chance that half of the ones you are eating are actually keeping you from losing weight. Don’t be demotivated yet: there are many alternatives to your favorite unhealthy...
Most women can agree on one specific “problem area” we all struggle with; the inner thighs. The inner thighs go unnoticed and neglected for months, until that first day of shorts weather, or worse, swim suit season. All of a sudden, seemingly without warning, we are scrambling to find any...
Yoga is best known for using poses, breathing, meditation and diving deeper into spirituality. If you're new to yoga maybe your first thoughts are of someone wrapped up like a human pretzel, celebrities in see-through yoga pants or maybe even vegan, hemp-wearing hippies chanting 'Om'. Yes, those are all stereotypes which...
Swimming is one of the best workouts for any level of athlete. It is one of the few exercises that targets almost all of your muscles simultaneously, yet the risk of injury is slim to none. Unfortunately, a lot of people dismiss the idea of a workout in the pool...
Are you sick and tired of sifting through all the contradictory information about weight loss? Are you determined to drop those extra pounds, and do it the right way? Well read on and discover the truth behind popular weight loss myths. The facts are shocking! With so many self proclaimed ‘weight...
Every little girl thinks about her wedding day at some point. Whether it's from playing with a bridal Barbie doll to watching an older cousin walk down the aisle, every girl wonders about what she would wear if she were to get married one day. Some girls dream of wearing...
We use them everyday. They carry us from place to place. They can peddle us over mountains, run through thick forests, and swim through deeps seas. If our feet are so important, why don’t we keep better care of them? Here are some great tips to help you balance better...
For most of my life, I’ve never really had a breakfast that I’d call my own. What I mean, is that I don’t usually have a default breakfast. Each day, depending on whatever is available in the kitchen, I grab something quick and innovate – some days it could be...
Incredible Butt & Legs WorkoutWhen it comes to workouts, working on the lower body, in particular the butt, is a firm favorite. It...
Full Body Fat Burner WorkoutSpring has sprung and summer is on it's way. This means it's a good time to start getting your body ...
Time to Jump Start Your Cardio WorkoutCardio, we all know we should be including this into our fitness program but not everyone enjoys it,...
Full Body Workouts with Just Dumbbells!Chances are you have a set of dumbbells laying around the house or collecting spider webs in the gar...
Arm Yourself for Spring: The Best Arm Workouts for Every Kind of ExerciserSpring has sprung. March 21st boasted the first day of spring and with that comes sunshine, barbeque...
Ladies: Lift for Your Body TypeI remember when I started going to a gym back in 1990 (yup, I´m THAT old) that I had no idea what I...
Women, Take Over the Weight Room: Strong is the Path to Sexy!By now, most women have heard that lifting weights is the key to kicking one’s metabolism into hig...
BMI: What It Is & Why You Should Not Use ItThe Body Mass Index is more commonly referred to as BMI and is used as a popular way to determine if...
The Guide To Treat Cellulite NaturallyCottage cheese skin, orange peel skin, whatever you want to call it. Cellulite. Such a cringe-worthy...
You've Reached Your Goal Weight, Now What?Congratulations, after months, maybe even years, of hard work, you have finally reached that goal we...
Counting Calories VS Counting MacrosThe go-to system for dieting has long been calorie counting. However, the practice of counting macro...
How To Use Skipping To Supercharge Fat LossThe first thing you need to know about weight loss is that your heart rate has a lot to do with it. ...
13 Retro Ways To Be ActiveThis is a fun article looking back at some of the fun ways youngsters, and possibly parents (if they...
5 Tips To Help Change Your LifeIf you are looking for ways to change your life you are not alone. The internet is full of people as...
Incredible Butt & Legs WorkoutWhen it comes to workouts, working on the lower body, in particular the butt, is a firm favorite. It...
11 Fun Ideas To Do Something DifferentIn this day and age we spend a lot of time inside or glued to some sort of electronic device. It's t...
Full Body Fat Burner WorkoutSpring has sprung and summer is on it's way. This means it's a good time to start getting your body ...
The Low Down on VitaminsThere was a time in my life when you could open up one of my kitchen cabinets and find all sorts of ...
There’s Always Time for Breakfast!We know eating breakfast is vital to starting the day off right and the key role it plays in weight ...
The Big Guide To Apple Cider VinegarApple cider vinegar is literally making headlines these days. Used as a home remedy for various ailm...
Dust Off Those Underloved Cardio Machines & Lose Fat Faster!The Stairmaster. The bike. The rower. They are the three dusty gym machines that lose out to the tre...
The Best Half Marathons Around the United StatesIt’s time to stray from the repetitive, and sometimes over-competitive, races. Whether you are sea...
7 Essential Stretches You Should Do Before You RunDo you stretch before you head out for a run? On an early morning you may forget to stretch your bod...
Are Your Fitness Goals Attainable?Time does go quickly these days, how much time has passed since you started those New Year's Resolut...
That Cupcake Looks SO Good (AKA Losing Motivation & What To Do About It!)It’s springtime. Almost summer. And you have been working so hard. You have been watching your die...
7 Ways to Stay Motivated to Work Out During WinterYour alarm goes off. It’s a cold winter morning with a fresh layer of snow on the ground. The warm...
Dieting: The Temporary FixDiets are temporary, a quick fix to weight loss, not a long term solution. The only way to lose weig...
5 Popular Diet Crazes ExplainedSince I can remember I have seen diet books on bookshelves everywhere. Recently, however, everyone s...
Raw Till 4 (RT4) Diet ReviewWhat is Raw Till 4? Are there any health benefits with this lifestyle? Is this food plan a good fit ...
Improve Your Relationships With FitnessSome people think and actually feel that working out is ONLY about getting a hot body and looking go...
15 Things Emotionally Strong People AvoidEmotionally strong people often have numerous healthy habits any other person would envy. They know ...
7 Principles of Peak PerformanceIt is uncanny how closely connected feelings are to performance. Look at 1968 three-time Olympic med...
5 Tips To Help Change Your LifeIf you are looking for ways to change your life you are not alone. The internet is full of people as...
11 Fun Ideas To Do Something DifferentIn this day and age we spend a lot of time inside or glued to some sort of electronic device. It's t...
18 Simple Ways To RelaxLife can whiz by at great speed and before you know it, the days, weeks or months have flown by and ...
Why You Should Get Sweaty on Valentine's DayWhen you think about Valentine's Day, you think about romance, love and... chocolates! In fact, we l...
What to Do About Your Gym CrushThere's no doubt about it, the gym can be a great place to meet new people, and from time to time, e...
How to Deal With Difficult PeopleWe've all met our fair share of difficult people - it doesn't matter where you are, it's an absolute...
7 Health Benefits of Hot YogaThere’s a “hot” new trend in the Yoga world: Hot Yoga. It includes various styles and types of...
Yoga Fix: Pain in the NeckWe have all been there before. Awake at 3am, suffering from a sudden onset of ‘stiff neck’ syndr...
Yoga for Happy HipsAccording to the pop singer Shakira - our hips don’t lie. Especially if they are in pain, or reall...
Wedding Series Part 5: Dress Hunting (Staying Motivated)Every little girl thinks about her wedding day at some point. Whether it's from playing with a brid...
Wedding Planning is Causing Me to GAIN Weight: HELP!Free glasses of champagne from the hostess. A complimentary dessert from a restaurant. Chocolate-cov...
Wedding Series Part 3: The Personal Trainer - To Invest or Not?Welcome back to part 3 of the Wedding Chronicles! Part 1 was about how to get organized and part 2 w...
