If you’re in holiday mode, manage your weight loss expectations… Not every season is a fat loss season, and that’s OKAY! There’s nothing wrong with maintaining your weight. In fact, if you try to ‘diet’ during your holiday, you’ll most likely be unsuccessful and potentially sabotage what could be memory-making times. You’ll come home thinking … Continued
If you’re obsessing over your calories and the scale, stop. Weight loss occurs in a calorie deficit, but you can set yourself up for success and make the process a little easier when you focus on these 4 numbers instead: Add 25-30g of protein to every meal and snack – aim for 100+ grams protein … Continued
Fat loss takes a LONG time. But a year is going to pass anyways. What if you could lose fat and enjoy yourself along the way? Like regularly having Friday night pizza with the family? And enjoy birthday and other celebrations without feeling deprived? And KNOW that the weight lost will NEVER be ‘found’ again … Continued
One thing can: Increase insulin sensitivity Keep your metabolism fired up Keep you strong & functional Put the sexy in your jeans And it builds something that you’re losing right now! Unless you’re doing something to prevent it… Without it, you’ll miss out on adventures as you age… Any idea what this fountain of youth … Continued
If you’re someone who enjoys checking off a box or crossing off a list, this challenge is for you! Summer can be a time where good habits just seem to fly out the window. This simple challenge can help you keep things a little more on track. It’s called ‘Don’t Break the Streak‘. For me, … Continued
Balance is a powerful predictor of life and health span. There’s no point living long if you’re not living WELL. The one leg stand is a good test of balance, better in fact than grip strength and sit to stand tests. Here’s what to do: Try with eyes open, then closed. Take your shoes off … Continued
Most adults don’t think about their balance until they fall and according to the National Safety Council, you have a 1 in 98 chance of dying from a fall. The fact is, balance declines begin somewhere between 40 to 50 years of age. The National Institute of Health reports that one in three people over … Continued
A worthy goal is simply to sit LESS. You can combine outdoor walking (when possible) with indoor walking to bump up NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis). An added benefit is a reduction in the midday slump, and who doesn’t want more energy? The cost of a walking pad over the course of a year is about … Continued
Don’t walk outside outside to start! But there’s many benefits to backward walking including: Can reduce knee pain & muscle tightness Works glutes Stretches hip flexors Can relieve back pain Can increase balance Here are some recommendations: Start slow Begin on a treadmill or walking pad Bring a forward walking buddy if outside Work up … Continued
There was never any plan for ice cream! But it was a fun Saturday morning just the same. I’m NOT a fan of running or stairs, but I am a fan of being outside and shaking up your workouts from time to time. This workout was 110 stairs plus 10 push ups done for ten … Continued