Beware of these food labels
When it comes to the food we buy, we tend to trust the labels. But many are misleading… Remember, the food company’s goal is to sell products. Beware of these 3 common misleading food labels. ‘Fat Free’ Products are allowed to be labeled ‘fat free’ if they have LESS than 0.5 grams of fat per […]
This keeps people stuck
Here’s a trap almost everyone has fallen into at one point or another… Have you ever heard yourself say (maybe only to yourself): “When [insert anything you are waiting/hoping for] happens, I’ll start focusing more on my health and fitness”? It could be when … Author Bill Phillips once said… “If you wait until everything in your […]
This invisible fat may be hurting your health
Today’s focus is a biggie because even though you can’t see it, it can have a major effect on your health… And that’s belly fat. There are two basic kinds of belly fat … It’s the second type we’re going to talk about today. Having some of that deep visceral fat is healthy because, among […]
5 Diet Rules for Flat Abs
As much as I love exercise (and you know I do!) exercise alone will not get you a toned stomach. Your diet is a huge part of the equation. Someone could workout all day long, but then eat in a way that promotes major fat storage, and they wouldn’t have a toned, beach-ready tummy. (Read […]
7 Ways Strength Training Will Change Your Life
You get married. Have a baby. Move across the world. Start going to night school so you can get a degree. All of these are life-changing events that make you a different person. But did you know your life can change significantly just by spending some time strength training? That’s right—if you’re willing to commit […]
This feels soooo good
I’ve got a feel-good post for you today … …. because it’s packed with THREE stretches that will open up your hips from every direction! These all feel GREAT while you’re doing them, and they’re perfect for the next time you’re watching TV or want to unwind after work. Before we dive in, here’s the […]
4 Tips to Increase Flexibility
You eat the right foods, drink the right drinks, and exercise regularly. In other words, you’re strong and healthy. There is only one hole in your overall good health. You’re as flexible as a piece of plywood. But there’s good news! You don’t have to stay inflexible your entire life. With the right steps, you […]
Still doing long slow cardio?
There are certain fitness myths that just won’t die. These ideas are passed from one unsuspecting person to the next, a little tidbit of misinformation that does more harm than good. I’ve heard them all. There’s the myth about ab crunches melting off belly fat. (Sorry folks, spot reduction doesn’t exist. You’ve got to burn […]
5 Fat Loss Rules to Follow
If you’re ready to reduce your body fat, then follow these five simple rules Fat Loss Rule #1: Water Rules Ready to melt away the fat? Then you’ll need to drink water. A lot of it. Every time you feel the urge to drink something, make it water. Not juice. Not milk. And definitely not […]
Do You Have Weight-Loss Resistance Syndrome?
Every year at about this time frustrated people around the globe look in the mirror and realize that their waist is larger, hips are wider, and their New Year’s resolve has fizzled. So what do you do about the stubborn and seemingly permanent fat? Sink into a depression? Well, the easiest thing to do is […]
