Women in their 40s are going through many physical changes, and advice on health & wellness is certainly not hard to find. Health is both a person’s mental and physical condition, and it is essential to maintain a stable, healthy human body. This can only be achieved by maintaining a consistently healthy lifestyle. The 40’s are the halfway point for …
How to Handle Depression: 11 Things You Can Do Now
Depression is becoming more and more openly talked about, which is excellent. The last thing you want is for a person to feel even more alone than they already feel. And make them feel as though something is “wrong” with them. Depression doesn’t make someone less of a person. It can affect men and women of all ages but tends …
Diet Failures – What Every Woman Should Know
Our diet failures seem to be a tired story. Something brings our attention to our weight, or perhaps it has been bothering us for some time. It may be affecting our mental health and finally, we decide to make a change. We research the best diet, read all we can about losing weight, join a gym, and maybe even hire …
Keeping Your Family Healthy & Safe in the New Year
Keeping everyone healthy such as your loved ones is qutie a daunting task these days. The new year can bring about feelings of reflection, hope, and sometimes a bit of chaos. You may feel inclined to make some changes to your current routines to better yourself for the new year. During these times of uncertainty, focus on changes that can …
Running: Five Tips For the Perfect Program
Running has long been touted for its many benefits. It builds cardiovascular fitness, increases HDL, lowers HDL, and total cholesterol. It also improves body composition, and increases muscular strength and joint stability. But did you know running… …has also been known to have a dramatic effect on our mental health, cognitive capacity, and memory? In one study, positive associations between …
Santa’s Skinny Christmas Caramel Popcorn
🎅There’s just nothing like the sweet-salty taste of caramel popcorn! Our version is a little healthier because we use agave instead of the super sugary version that most recipes use so it won’t hurt your waistline! Use the wonderful Brenda’s Better for You Corn Syrup recipe and make it even more calorie-friendly! 🎄🎄🎄Healthy Christmas Caramel Popcorn will be a big hit …
Your Holiday Survival Guide for a Stress-Free Season
The holiday season can be a stressful time for everyone. Between shopping for loved ones, preparing meals, and wrapping gifts, it’s no wonder people struggle to find balance during the holidays. That’s why it’s so important to prioritize over the next few weeks so you can enjoy the season of giving. If you’re not quite sure where to begin, look …
HOW TO FIND BALANCE DURING THE HOLIDAYS
‘Tis the season for cookies at the office party, your mother-in-law’s killer pumpkin pie, and cupcakes at 8pm for your kid’s class. With the holiday season right around the corner, you may be worried about the dreaded holiday weight gain, but it’s possible to enjoy November through New Year’s without completely getting off track.
Clean Eating Turkey Pot Pie with Pumpkin Crust
Clean Eating Turkey Pot Pie with Pumpkin Crust is a perfect alternative. As the weather cools down I am looking for recipes to warm up that do not come in the form of soup. I am not a huge soup fan. Soup tends to leave me unsatiated, as though I am never full, but pot pie is a whole different …
5 Tips to Preserve Healthy Skin as You Age
Skin is more than just the body’s largest organ, it’s often the first indication of a person’s health. We all want healthy skin and as you age it shows the signs of our past. When your skin is compromised, the effects are immediately evident by appearing dry, wrinkled, and/or sun-damaged. Sadly when skin ages, the ability to function is also …
Is Covid-19 Stress Affecting Your Mental Health & Job?
The stress of the Covid-19 virus has made a negative impact on our mental health. People all over the world are now struggling to cope amidst the current health crisis. According to a recent study, almost 30 percent of individuals are experiencing stress and anxiety. While about 34 percent are feeling depressed due to this global pandemic. Feeling constantly stressed or depressed …
How To Eat Healthy On A Student Budget
For many students, conveniently packaged and fairly cheap foods can seem like the only choice when you only have a small budget to work with. However, these foods tend not to be very healthy or nutritious. Luckily, it is possible to eat healthy and cheaply as a student. Here are 9 top tips for a healthier diet on a student …
Your Nails Speak Volumes About Your Health
Back in 2019, 11.88 million manicures were done across the United States, highlighting the fact that clean, presentable, and healthy-looking nails are important to a large portion of the American population. Contrary to what people may realize, aesthetics should not be the only focus when it comes to nails. As it turns out, approximately 30 serious nail conditions are associated …
Must-Have Quarantine Self-Care Package
It’s already nearing the end of the year so 2020 is coming to a close, but how much longer will we be under quarantine? That might still be unclear, therefore we have decided to help you build a quarantine self-care package to ensure you and your family are healthy as you continue to stay safe, while still reaching for those …
No Bake Keto Pumpkin Energy Balls
These little no bake balls of energy are filled with the fall flavor of pumpkin in the perfect size! They are super easy to make with just a few ingredients and will satisfy any pumpkin craving. The addition of keto-friendly protein powder will make these the perfect go-to snack for any season! “Ketogenic” is a term for a low-carb diet …
Clean Eating Chunky Monkey Ice Cream
The fact is, it’s still summer and I am still enjoying ice cream. To be honest, I enjoy ice cream year-round but I am trying to eat cleaner. This clean eating chunky monkey ice cream checks all of the boxes by using whole ingredients and satisfying my sweet tooth. It’s rich too so you won’t eat much. The base for …
Are You Destroying Your Weight Loss?
How can you avoid diet self-sabotage? Are you destroying all your weight loss efforts without even realizing it? As a Coach, I have heard every excuse as to why clients fall off the meal plan wagon. But thankfully, I have a solution for just about every scenario they face. Life isn’t perfect and we are often faced with less than …
Nutritional Therapy for Wound Treatment: Foods that Heal
Nutritional Therapy Treatments Found in Food When it comes to treating chronic wounds, there are numerous options available to both healthcare providers and their patients. Options ranging from negative pressure wound therapy to hydrocolloidial dressings. However, while the efficacy of these treatments is respectable, there is one simple treatment option that remains largely overlooked in wound care. Diet. It’s a …
Managing Your Mental Health During Stressful Times
Managing your mental health today can be quite arduous. It goes without saying that the ongoing global health crisis introduced all sorts of challenges to people around the world. A study conducted by Jean Twenge and Thomas Joiner found it increases our risk of developing mental health issues. The study further noted that Americans these days are eight times more likely to …
Supplements & Practices to Ease Anxiety During Quarantine
It is probably one of the most stressful times many of us have ever experienced: a pandemic and a quarantine. We are practicing social distancing so our time with our friends and family is different, limited, or nonexistent. It’s a weird, unfamiliar time and our anxiety is on the rise with the uncertainty and change. It will be okay though, …
Simple Meals from Pantry Staples During Quarantine
Having to be in quarantine lately has been difficult for everyone. One of the necessities many of us are finding still requires us to leave the house is grocery shopping. But there are meals you can make from pantry staples during quarantine so you can stock up a little more and lower the number of grocery trips you will have …
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE ULTIMATE SUMMER BODY
After months of being cooped up amid COVID-19, you may find it hard to achieve that ultimate summer body! While the coronavirus may have temporarily separated you from your fitness goals, there’s no reason to give up. Luckily, getting that summer body can be done with a few simple lifestyle changes. Regardless of the implications caused by the global pandemic …
SHOULD YOU EXERCISE WHEN YOU ARE SICK?
Whether it is cold and flu season or that damn COVID-19, if you are sick the thought of NOT working out may be downright torture. For some fitness freaks, it may just be a sign that your body is trying to tell you to take a break. But how do you know if that is the best thing for a …
8 Tips for an Effective Workout
What do you need to be consistent and exercise on a regular basis? An effective workout program. What do you need to achieve remarkable results in fitness or bodybuilding? Consistency and dedication. If you have trained with a professional trainer before, you know what exercises work for you. Therefore, you are not only able to write an effective workout program …
The Link Between Opioids, Breast Cancer & Mental Health
The University of Virginia Health System (UVHS) found that women diagnosed with breast cancer in addition to anxiety, depression are more likely to use opioids. These findings also showed these women are more likely to have a shorter lifespan. About one in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. There are around 276,480 new cases expected to …
10 Mood-Boosting Habits You Need In Your Life
How could I be happier in my life? This is a question everybody has asked themselves at least once in there life. A bad mood is no stranger to anyone, but for some people, it can be a daily problem. However, it is completely solvable. With special techniques and a revised attitude, you can turn that frown upside down. The …
10 Healthy Alternatives to Junk Food
There are many healthy alternatives to your favorite not-so-healthy foods. The food you consume greatly affects your physical and mental health in the long run. To lead a healthy and happy life, good nutrition is essential. While physical activity plays an important role in maintaining your health, you can’t rely on it solely. You have to combine it with good …
4 Ingredient Healthy Protein Rice Crispy Treats
My 4 Ingredient Healthy Protein Rice Crispy Treats came about because I needed something different. This girl needed some crunch! I love my BETTER THAN A REESE’S CUP recipe, but I needed a change. I was thinking why couldn’t I substitute the old fashioned oatmeal for some yummy rice crispies? It still had to be super simple to whip up …
THE TOOLS FOR A HEALTHY KITCHEN MAKEOVER
Take a virtual tour of a competitor’s kitchen and learn the top tricks of the trade that will set you up for success during your next meal prep session.
EVERYDAY ANXIETY OR PTSD? How to Know
It may be difficult to know whether the feelings you are experiencing are far more serious than you thought. Here are a few different ways to assess if you or a person you care about is suffering from PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).
Suffering from Anxiety Caused by Coronavirus?
Anxiety is surging during the Coronavirus pandemic, and it may trigger fears, sleep problems, and negative eating habits. However, exercise is an effective method for calming body and mind, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. At-home workouts can make it easier to handle the rigors of quarantining. These tips will help you to boost your physical and mental health through …
HEALTHY EATING WITH CARBS
Most of us have been taught over the years that carbs are evil and should be avoided at all costs. The truth is, not all carbs have the same effect, and healthy eating with carbs is doable and cutting them out of your diet could actually be a bad thing.
Lose Fat & Gain Muscle at the Same Time NOW
This is it, you have decided you are ready to lose the fat and gain muscle. You have decided today is the day you are starting a new you. You have scrolled through your social media and decided you want to look like those lean and flexing beasts. Hyped and wanting to be ripped and defined. You want people on …
Supplements That Help With Common Pest Allergies
According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, more than 50 million people experience allergies every year. Indoor and outdoor pest allergies can happen all year round. Insect allergies are more than a nuisance and can actually be quite dangerous. Wasps, bees, poisonous ants, cockroaches, and dust mites can cause severe reactions in the skin and nasal passages for those who …
5 Awesome Quarantine-Friendly Mother’s Day Gifts
Being in quarantine doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate Mom! You just have to be a little more creative. And if creativity isn’t really your thing, let us help you. We have 5 great quarantine-friendly Mother’s Day gift ideas that will surely be a hit! The Fit-Friendly Quarantined Mom A New Apple Watch Band Ok, these are super cool. If your …
Top 6 Sports Injuries & How to Treat Them Correctly
Whether you’re a professional athlete or you like exercising and being in top form, injuries are bound to happen. The question now is what are you going to do when an injury happens? “No pain, no gain” has become the motto we often hear in sport and exercise, and ladies we’re no strangers to a little pain, are we? However, …
How to Maintain Your Workouts with an Injury
I had to learn how to maintain my love of working out recently with an injury. I had to have surgery on my wrist. Somehow, even my surgeon was baffled with the injury, my tendons that connect to my thumb, swole up and created a knot. Any movement, even driving, caused constant pain. And of course, this happened on my …
Why Cycling Is Perfect For Women’s Health And Fitness
Over 60% of American adults don’t meet government physical activity guidelines. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 25% of those being completely inactive. Furthermore, research shows that women are a lot more likely to be inactive than men. As a result. women are at a higher risk of various illnesses related to both weight gain and inactivity. Cycling is …
Fresh Substitutes for Your Favorite Cheat Meal
Healthy eating doesn’t have to mean deprivation or completely eliminating your favorite comfort foods. It also doesn’t mean binging on those cheat days that result in a food coma the next day or a load of guilt. In fact, cheat and enjoy those favorite foods, but with a twist. Take your favorite foods and cheat meal and recreate them with …
Gꆆïñg ïñk? Tips For A Safe Tattoo Experience
Over the years, women have embraced the canvas of their bodies. When it comes to ink, the permanence of a tattoo highlights something special in a women’s journey. Studies find that in the U.S., women are just as likely to have tattoos than men. There is something special about getting that first ink. It signifies the breaking of boundaries, shaking off an …
Safe and Easy Workouts for Pregnant Women
Growing evidence shows that physical exercise during pregnancy has benefits for both the mother and fetus during the gestation period, according to a 2016 study by East Carolina University. Exercise helps ease some common discomforts women experience during pregnancy and prepares their bodies for labor and delivery. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists suggests that pregnant women should aim to get …
How To Get Ahead Of Exercise-Induced Asthma
Asthma affects more than 25 million Americans according to government data. As many as 90% of those will experience exercise-induced asthma during their workouts. It can also affect those who do not usually experience asthma. However, it is a tricky cycle to break. While exercising can improve and strengthen your lungs and all-round health, it can exacerbate your asthma. In turn, leave you feeling …
IS YOUR GYM CLEAN ENOUGH? 3 THINGS TO LOOK FOR
What contains 362 times more bacteria than a public toilet?
What has been known to have 79 times more bacteria than a water faucet?
The answer may alarm you! But don’t sweat it…we have some ideas for you that will keep those creepy crawly germs away!
LEARNING TO WALK AGAIN-MY MS STORY
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system that disrupts the flow of information within the brain, and between the brain and body. March is MS awareness month and we find strength in Jennifer’s story. We know you will also.
4 Exercises You Can Do to Relieve Back Pain Fast
Because I wasn’t diligent about doing the stretches I should be doing, my psoas muscle tightened up on me causing serious back pain. Specifically, when this happens, my L5 shifts and sometimes gets so bad it twists my pelvic bone. Basically the entire left side of my body gets all jacked up and I can barely walk. BACK PAIN 101 …
How to Learn to Love Your Body At Any Size
It doesn’t matter what size we are most women have struggled with the way they look at one time or another. We all have caught ourselves saying we are not this enough or we are not that enough. How do we get past that? How do we learn to look at all the good we have? Here are some ways to learn to do just that…
VALENTINE’S DAY: A GIFT GUIDE FOR FITNESS FANATICS
The challenge of Valentine’s Day is finding the perfect gift for that special someone. Thankfully, if your partner is a fitness fanatic, your V-Day shopping just became significantly easier. For the fitness-obsessed, a sporty gift is a perfect way to show that you support their goals and interests. Plus, it allows you to buy them a present they’ll actually use, …
HOW TO STICK TO YOUR RESOLUTIONS
Are you tired of making the same goals year after year? There is one key thing that you need to keep your resolutions. Find out what that is and be ready to make 2017 your year…
TOP 10 WAYS TO A HEALTHY HEART
February is Heart Health Month!! We have 10 simple ways to keep your ticker ticking!! Don’t forget to check out our heart pumping workouts too!
Roaring Health and Fitness Trends for 2020
Ringing in the new year means seeing all the latest fandangled health and fitness trends! Just when you think you have seen it all 2020 will ring in a ton of fresh ideas to be better mentally and physically with a roar. Let’s check some out… ON-THE-GO FITNESS The number of apps out there providing you with unlimited health and …
Refreshingly Different Ways to Exercise & Eat Right in 2020
These days surfing, streaming and Netflixing makes staying on the couch much more appealing and much harder to stay committed to your exercise and eating goals. Even fast-food joints now deliver right to your door. Don’t wait any longer! Now is the time to start looking at some different ways to exercise and eat right in 2020. Remind yourself why …
A FRESH ROUTINE YOU WILL ACTUALLY WANT TO DO IN THE NEW YEAR
Whether you believe it or not, it’s been proven that the way you think and act creates energy and navigates that energy into your life. Positive thinking creates a magnetic field of good things appearing your way, likewise with negative thinking and with the new year, we all want to make it a good one, right? Typically, we strive to …
Simple DIY Essential Oil Car Diffusers
If you are anything like me, a scent can calm you, energize you, or bring back a wonderful memory. If you already use essential oils in your home and workplace, you are well aware of all the wonderful things the power of scent can do for your well being. Why not carry those wonderful benefits to where you spend about …
6 SIMPLE TIPS ANYONE CAN DO TO MAKE A HEALTHY HOLIDAY MEAL
The holidays are quickly approaching and we know how worried people get about holiday weight gain with all the tempting foods that surround them at family gatherings. Stop worrying and check out these 6 simple hacks anyone can do and chances are no one will even notice these healthy holiday swaps! 𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓜𝓪𝓼𝓱𝓮𝓭 𝓟𝓸𝓽𝓪𝓽𝓸 𝓗𝓪𝓬𝓴 Ready? You are gonna love …
Paleo Diet Simplified: Facts, Myths, and Need-to-Knows
Up until the last four years, the Paleo diet was unknown to the world, with the exception of a few dedicated fans. While the scientific community made the initial push of this idea into the public space, the celebrities who have tried and promoted this nutritional approach have had an enormous role in making it popular. Some of the A-listers …
I AM DIABETES | Chelsea’s Story
Of the 29.1 million Americans with Diabetes, only 5% are Type 1. Chelsea shares her unique story of how she FINDS STRENGTH while living with Her Type 1 Diabetes.
The 2- Ingredient Keto-Friendly Chaffle Recipe
Do you love a good satisfyingly spongy, carby waffle but hate the “carby”? Well, we have something that will take away all those pesky little carbs and have you indulging in your favorite breakfast treat again! Meet the Chaffle. Introductions, please… If you’ve scrolled through any of your social media such as Pinterest, Facebook or Instagram lately or any low …
9 Ways Social Media Influence Mental Health
Daily immersion in social networks has become an integral part of the modern lifestyle. Social media plays a big role in people’s lives today and it’s important to realize the influence they have. For example, every time an entrepreneur brainstorms about how to go global through social media (you can read 5 Steps to a Successful International Digital Marketing Strategy …
THE BENEFITS OF FASTING | FASTING 101
Fasting is a big trend these days and we would like to uncover some facts. We also want to find out if the benefits outweigh the negative. Food. This simple word can cause a large emotional trigger in the majority of people. With so many different cuisines, restaurants, and commercials, eating is an activity basically shoved down our throats. In …
INSTANT POT 101 | Everything you need to know
Very few kitchen appliances have reached such a cult following as the Instant Pot. This pressure cooker even has its very own Facebook page with over 2 million followers not to mention all the pages and pages of recipes you can Google that claim to cut prep time in half! Well, all the gossip is true and even if you …
5 TIPS FOR BIKING YOUR WAY TO WEIGHT LOSS
In most every girls’ life, there is this period of time where she feels like she needs to lose weight. But can you lose weight by doing something you love like cycling? The answer is yes. Many people cycle for numerous reasons such as recreation or convenience, it is also a great way to lose weight and stay fit. Apart …
10 New Tips to Help Students Eat Healthy
(gif creds:https://www.eleven-magazine.com/2016/01/29/3237/) Everyone knows that eating healthy is something we all need to do for our own benefit. However, not many people know of the true extent of its importance. There are a ton of easy swaps for a healthy way of life. Choosing healthier options not only changes the way you physically look, but also the way you feel. …
5 Ways to Sleep More Peacefully Every Night
In a world that values being constantly plugged in and the need to go-go-go, many people struggle with peaceful sleep. If you’re struggling to get a restful night of sleep, try one of these tips to relax and get the sleep you deserve! I—-» Check Your Mental Health «—-I Taking some time to focus on your mental health can have …
10 Stretches to Stay Flexible and Fit at Any Age
Stretching is just as important as any cardio or strength training exercise and doing any or all of these stretches every day can be life-changing. Allocating some time every day to stretch during or after your workout will greatly improve your flexibility, reduce body tightness and make your workouts easier and more enjoyable the next time. Stretching as you age …
THE FACTS ON KETO DIET | KETO 101
If you haven’t heard of the keto diet you must be living under a rock. It’s a highly controversial subject, so every google search will give you a different answer. ▅ ▆ ▇ █ THE HISTORY OF KETO █ ▇ ▆ ▅ Keto gained popularity with those suffering from diabetes, alzheimer’s, epilepsy and cancer. The lack of processed carbohydrates in …
Healthy Snacks for You and the Kids On the Go
https://www.tumblr.com/tagged/roasted-red-pepper-recipe It’s that time again: early mornings rustling the kids and getting yourself together to get them out the door and on the bus. But that’s not all! Back to school means after school activities and weekend games or practice. Rushing from place to place makes nutrition even more difficult than it typically is. No worries though, there are healthy …
5 Benefits of Wearing Proper Workout Clothes
(gif creds: https://www.v3apparel.com/) Whether you’re looking for leggings that are perfect for your next yoga class, or that no-bounce sports bra for your next run, you are going to want to check out the following benefits to fully understand why the right workout clothes really make a difference. For some, the last thing on their mind is what they’re wearing …
NEW SCHOOL LUNCH IDEAS FOR YOUR WHOLE FAMILY
School bells will soon be ringing long and hard, and once again parents everywhere are faced with healthy and no-so-healthy lunch choices. If you are like many, you tend to grab whatever you can easily toss in a plastic bag before walking out the door with kids. 👩🍳ℂ𝔼𝕆’𝕤 𝕆𝔽 𝕐𝕆𝕌ℝ 𝔽𝕀𝕋 𝔽𝔸𝕄𝕀𝕃𝕐 Always try to have a solid plan against the self-proclaimed …
5 Awesome Gadgets for the Busy Student
Looking for some fun ‘gadgets’ to make your student life more active and productive? Or are you in search of a perfect gift to send your student off with to make their lives easier? 【SORRY I'M BUSY】🤷 Students are super busy and their lives are full of many different responsibilities. Studying, finishing assignments, sleep (what sleep?), sports and sporting events whether they …
5 Faulty Stereotypes About Women and Technology
There is no escaping it, it doesn’t matter in which sphere of life you are, there are going to be stereotypes and more often than not. When one looks at the stereotypes of women today, there are more than you can imagine. Just think about the “bimbo blond” or the “fiery redhead”. Without us even giving it much thought, these …
PROBIOTICS 101 | What you need to know
Probiotics. We’ve all heard of them. They seem to be added to all types of food, from milk to chocolate. With “probiotic products” so readily available it can be confusing to know what is best for you and your family. WHAT ARE PROBIOTICS Let’s start with what probiotics are. This helpful bacteria is a broad term for a variety of …
HEALTHY TRAVEL TIPS TO REACH YOUR GOALS
I just got back from vacation in Jamaica a few days ago. I had a blast and got some much-needed relaxation, but I was so ready to get back to my pups and my normal routine! It did get me thinking though about some healthy travel tips. I still like to think about my health when I am traveling. Granted, …
5 EASY SWAPS FOR A HEALTHIER WAY OF LIFE
We all try to achieve a certain level of health and to help with that there are simple changes we can make. A healthier way of life shouldn’t be a burden or dreadful. Their are some easy things we can do throughout our day that will take our healthy living to the next level. Let’s dive to find easy swap-outs …
10 WAYS TO BE HAPPIER NOW IN SPITE OF…
Happiness is perhaps the most sought after thing in the world. My colleagues express their never-ending desire to be happier at times. In fact, it could be argued that happiness is the secret to success. Many people think of it in the opposite way: they think that success is the secret to happiness, yet there are many examples of people …
S.I.M.P.L.E. – NUTRITION LABELS 101
I posted a survey a few weeks back about nutrition labels. It was interesting to learn what people are focused on as they choose their groceries. There was not one particular category that more people chose over others. Calories, fat, protein, sugar content, ingredients and other items were all important to different people in different orders. I was impressed to …
Top 10 Tips for Reaching Your Fitness Goals
The top tips to reach your fitness goals are here and not as hard as you may think! Do them all at once or take baby steps and do one or two at a time. These are YOUR goals and YOUR in charge! Don’t worry about the whole year…start with today and they won’t seem overwhelming. 1. You can’t out …
3 Post-Workout Skincare Tips
You’re working out because you want a better body; but, that goal shouldn’t come at the expense of your skin. Read on to find out how to take care of your skin after each workout. Hydrate Hydrate Hydrate You know the deal — drink lots of water before you exercise. This is a no-brainer as exercising naturally uses lots of …
HEALTHY CONVENIENCE FOODS 101
We definitely have gotten used to the fast-paced world of today. Everything is at the touch of a button, as quick as a text and convenience is just expected. Do you remember when you would get gas at a gas station? …maybe grab a candy bar? Today, you can pick up a dozen eggs, a gallon of milk and even a …
3 Simple Ways to Overcome a Lack of Motivation
There may be times in life when we feel so low that nothing seems to be important enough to get out of bed and live our life. Honestly, it’s ok to feel this way. It’s only an experience from which you have a lot to learn. This is an experience from which you have to learn how to overcome your …
Benefits of Essential Oils for Back Pain
As someone that suffers from back pain, rest assured that you aren’t alone in your battle. Up to 80% of people experience back pain at some point during their lifetime. Additionally, about 35 million people seek the treatment of a chiropractor (Like myself, I’m one of the best chiropractors in Wasilla AK) to deal with the discomforts that go along …
8 WAYS TO BECOME A MORNING PERSON
When I was young, I did what most other young people do: partied late in the night, slept in and found any excuse to continue this pattern. But eventually, I had enough of the partying and it’s a pretty different story now. I have come to realize waking up early is so much more rewarding. I now see the benefits …
HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT 101
Committing to a clean and healthy lifestyle is the hardest in the first 3 weeks. This is the time to create new habits and fight cravings. THE FIRST WEEK Basically, at this time you will be in a sugar detox. You will probably get a headache and feel lethargic. Push through and stick to your diet, training and drink lots …
7 GIFTS FOR ADVENTUROUS MOMS
Mother’s Day…Birthday… for any day here are some great ideas for every Mom on the move! Choosing a gift for a mom isn’t difficult as long as you consider her hobbies, passions, and personality. If you’re picking out a gift for a mom who loves adventure you’re spoiled for choices—and so is she! Just think about the types of adventures …
4 NON-NEGOTIABLES TO LIVE YOUR BEST FIT LIFE
I’ve always been a huge advocate for achieving balance in life. For years I struggled with maintaining a social life, a healthy diet, exceptional performance professionally, and overall happiness. Along the way, I started to form 4 Non-Negotiable rules that I naturally began to apply that slowly contributed to my overall healthy living transformation and today I ffollow these general …
8 BUDGET FRIENDLY TIPS FOR EATING HEALTHY AT HOME
In an age of takeout and other restaurant experiences, the number of individuals and families having home-cooked meals is shrinking fast. Is it worth it? Living a health cautious life is expensive but not as costly as having poor eating habits combined with a lack of exercises. Eventually, we start struggling with ‘lifestyle diseases’. Although we have grown more health …
8 Tips for Transitioning into a Healthier Lifestyle
If you’re like most active girls, you are a genius at balancing work, study, and play—as well as the ever-present demands of home life. With so much going on, it can be hard to lead as healthy a lifestyle as you would like. To help you out, here are eight tips for building a healthier life that you can start …
TOP 10 CALISTHENIC EXERCISES TO BUILD & STRENGTHEN MUSCLES
gif creds: https://trainhardimg.tumblr.com/post/100071677038 There is a common misconception that the only way you can strengthen and build your muscles is by lifting heavy weights in the gym. But you might be surprised to know that it is possible to build mass without any equipment at all. You don’t even need a gym membership! The key is to build muscle with …
Diet 101: Healthy Ways To Prep Your Body For Summer
With summer close by, it’s time to start thinking of the ways you can prepare your body. By now, you should be familiar with the fact that summer bodies are built way before summer. This is the prime time to start working on your diet and obtain an actual, healthy, summer body you’ll be proud of. There’s no use in …
MAINTAINING YOUR HEALTH WITH PROPER EXERCISE AND NUTRITION
We can’t control every single aspect of our lives. Still, the thing we can manage on our own in some aspects is our health. Namely, the most important factor when it comes to our health is proper exercise and proper diet. And let’s be honest – with a bit of discipline, we are the ones who are completely responsible for …
FIT VEGANS AND HOW THEY USE PLANT POWER
Plant Power: Exercising Vegans Everybody knows that a big part of staying healthy is exercising regularly, but if you’re doing that it’s very important to make sure you’re providing your body with everything it needs to cope. Maintaining good nutritional health can be a challenge at the best of times, and if you’re looking to do it while vegan, it …
9 SIMPLE TIPS YOU CAN DO TODAY TO STAY HEALTHY
There are many uncomplicated tips and tricks to get healthy and stay healthy. If you have made a decision to improve your health, but are still struggling, you are in the right place. Keep on reading to discover some useful and practical motivational hacks that will boost your persistence and help you become a healthier person. WHAT DOES HEALTHY MEAN …
5 COMMON YOGA MISTAKES EVEN GURUS DO
Yoga’s become a really popular form of exercise in recent years, and can be done by people of all ages. It’s got obvious appeals – it doesn’t really require any specialist equipment, and it’s accessible to everyone, even those who are only just beginning their athletic journey. Of course, that’s not to say it’s easy – because it’s not. Here …
Can Coffee Boost Your Fitness Level
If you have ever felt guilty about starting your day with a steaming cup of Java, stop worrying! A University of Kent study has found that a cup of coffee can actually help you stick to your fitness plans. Coffee helps your workout seem like less of an effort. As noted by researchers, one of the most frequent reasons why we give up …
10 Self-Defense Techniques for Women
photo creds https://unsplash.com/photos/28S1UBUM7aQ You’re walking down a city block or a suburban sidewalk at night. One moment, there are plenty of people around, and you’re happy to be out in the evening air. Then you turn a corner and find yourself unexpectedly alone. The streetlights are dim, and you hear someone behind you, getting closer with each step. You glance …
YOGA POSES FOR STRENGTH TRAINING
While it is still way underrated, yoga has a long list of physical and mental health benefits. It is a wonder people do not practice more often. But my hopes are to change this and inspire more people to perform this routine. Although I am a cardio-nerd and weightlifter at heart, I am too a yogi and proud of it. …
6 REASONS YOU SHOULD ADD BEETS TO YOUR DIET: BEETROOT 101
IMPROVE LOWER & TREAT Beet root has been gaining in popularity as a new super food due to recent studies. These studies claim that beets can improve athletic performance, lower blood pressure, help treat diabetes and increase blood flow. HELPS LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE Both beets and beet root are high nitrate vegetables that could prove to be a low-cost and …
YOUR NEW FAVORITE BCAA: NUTRACHARGE CHARGED AMINO
By Jeni Oyen 4 jobs, a house to maintain, and a step daughter to help raise made my energy level pretty much non existent. I needed to get my workouts in and I needed to feel refreshed afterwards. I also knew that drinking all the pop I was drinking was not helping my weight loss goals. So I looked into …
6 MYTHS ABOUT BUYING ATHLETIC SHOES
Whether in a group or individually, participating in sports has many benefits. Whether it is for the individual or for the generality, the participants need the perfect shoe. Many hidden myths however surround the athletic shoe. Let’s explore, shall we? 🛑Myth One: Buy The Best on the Market “What’s the best running/crossfit/athletic shoe in the market this year?” We can’t …
Three Diets You Should Never Go On and Why
The new year brought on a mass of commitments involving new diets and workout programs. That would be great if people actually handled these commitments the right way instead of searching for an easy and quick fix. The thing about quick and easy is that they don’t last. Not only that but if you don’t work hard for it, will …
HOW MUSIC EFFECTS YOUR WORKOUT
Effect on the body: How it helps to enhance your mood By Curtis Dean A fine link has been found between neuroscience and music. Scientists are continuously evolving and expanding to understand the different benefits it can provide. A good song can affect brain function by enhancing the mood, emotion, learning, memory, attention, and neuroplasticity. If you have ever thought …
Creative Ways to Drink More Water
Losing as little as 2% of your body’s water content can degrade your exercise or sports performance by as much as 10-20% according to a study published on the National Center for Biotechnology database. An average athlete loses more than 2% percent of water through sweat as he or she plays a sport or exercises. One way to keep your …
What to Do if Your Spouse Needs to Lose Weight
Shew, talk about a sensitive area. You spouse is the most special person in your life. You mean well and are coming from a good place and certainly don’t want them to feel bad or humiliated in any way. If he or she is overweight, it may be your responsibility to encourage them to get healthy. It just may be …
WHAT NOT TO WEAR
How your clothing can impact your mental health “Clothes invade the body and brain, putting the wearer into a different psychological state.” According to a study conducted by Adam G. Galinsky, a professor at Kellogg School of Management, We can all relate to this in some way. We’ve all experienced those days when you leave the house feeling like you …
6 Ways to Improve Your Body Connection
Our mind and body are interconnected; to become genuinely grounded, connect with our higher selves, and anchor our minds into the present moment, we must first realize that balance is the key to a healthy lifestyle. Aiming for a balanced life is what makes us complete. Finding the sacred masculine and feminine connected within you is what awakens you. Living …
5 PROVEN WAYS TO GET MOTIVATED TO EXERCISE
Many of us find that the most difficult part of exercising isn’t the press-ups, the cycling or the squats, but it’s finding the motivation to get started. Our brains are fantastic at coming up with excuses, I’m too tired, the gym is too expensive, or I haven’t got time. Trust us, you’re not the only one who feels that way! …
2 MOST POPULAR HEALTH AND FITNESS TRENDS WE WILL SEE IN 2019
From embracing alternative milk products to utilizing versatile vegetables, 2018 held a number of fitness trends. It’s more rare now to go to a coffee shop that doesn’t have almond or soy milk options. People are open to trying their favorite dishes, think spaghetti or pizza, with a healthy twist by using vegetables in place of the starchy carbs. At …
4 WAYS CREATIVITY WILL IMPROVE FITNESS
Creativity is one of the most amazing gifts a person can have. The sheer ability to create something out of nothing is amazing and wondrous. However, sometimes you want to create and think of new things but creativity just simply isn’t there.Thankfully, there are a lot of ways you can boost your creativity and improve it more than ever. We’ve …
OUR BEST HEALTHY HOLIDAY RECIPES
The holidays are fast approaching and the search begins and ends right here for decadent healthy holiday recipes you are looking for. Holiday recipes don’t have to be filled with sugar and fat to make them taste good. With a little tweak here and a little switch there your holiday treats can be just as delicious as the alternative and …
Everyone Must Read: HOW NOT TO DIET
Do you remember Newton’s Third Law? I didn’t know it either until I hit a wall when it came to my diet and physical progress. According to Newton, whenever two objects interact with each other, they exert force upon each other. Example: If you throw a ball at a wall, the ball will bounce off the wall and come back …
THE SECRET TO GREAT ABS
One of the most asked questions is, “ How do I get abs?” The answer is probably far from what you think. We all have abs. Some of us just never see them because they are hidden under a layer of fat. Body fat levels are DIET. All the ab training in world won’t give you ab …
HOW MICRONUTRIENTS CAN STEP UP YOUR FITNESS GOALS
Everybody’s talking about the perfect macronutrient ratio. These perfect foods you should be eating to consume this amount of protein vs that amount of carbs, but how much thought have you given to vitamins and minerals? How do these little beauties affect your long-term health and fitness? If your answer is “not much”, don’t worry, you’re not the only one. …
7 TIPS TO KICKSTART A HEALTHY FRESHMAN YEAR
This school year is going to look different in many ways with the dreaded Corona virus guidelines. Incoming Freshmen will not only have the newness of college life, but they will also spread their wings and have a very much different level of independence. Freshman year can bring a rollercoaster of demands to your young mind and body. And there …
THE HIGHS AND LOWS OF CBD
Users claim that cannabidiol, or CBD oil can reduce pain, treat depression, and may even promote heart health. But is the hype just hype or will this make Big Pharma simply green with envy? Let’s explore the two most common questions surrounding this relatively new player in the world of health. What is CBD oil? This dark sticky substance extracted …
6 HOMEMADE GIFTS YOUR FIT FRIENDS WILL LOVE
The holidays can be pretty stressful and finding the perfect gift for some people can be really tough. I’ve put together some fun things that don’t take that much time and can be fun to give as well as get for any holiday or birthday! Trail Mix The balance of carbs, fat and protein make this a great snack. …
5 COFFEE RECIPES FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
For those of us who love coffee, it can be frustrating – or just downright sad – when we hear our friends tell us that coffee isn’t good for us. Of course, if you’re someone who loads your Cup o’ Joe with sugar, cream, and lots of flavoring, then there’s some truth to that statement. But if you drink black …
MY JOURNEY WITH EPILEPSY
By Laura Bialecki Growing up there was never any indication that there was anything wrong. I was relativity healthy as a young child and as a teenager. In high school I played sports, got good grades and had a lot of great friends. I felt like I had the perfect life. Then I went to college and everything changed…. College …
THE BEST (AND WORST) FOODS FOR YOUR MOOD
By Trevor MacDonald It’s a fact; you are what you eat. The foods you eat steer the direction of your mood. Eating healthy foods gives you a positive state of mind and the opposite when you eat foods that are bad for you. Here’s a roundup of the best and worst type of foods that affect your mood along with …
YOUR BRAIN ON EXERCISE
Your Brain On Exercise: Fighting Mental Illness with Fitness By Trevor MacDonald When we think about tackling mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and even stress, most people think of medications. But in reality, nature is our best source of mental, physical, and emotional health. Staying active can help fight mental illnesses. Your brain on exercise is a beautiful thing. …
PROTEIN PUMPKIN SPICE ICE CREAM
When fall comes around I tend to stock my pantry full of pumpkin puree. The only problem is my lack of recipes to use my beloved pumpkin! Pumpkin is delicious and packed full of nutrients, but constantly adding it to protein shakes or smoothie bowls can get a bit redundant. That’s why I opted to use it in a (n)ice cream …
HOW TO KEEP YOUR LUNGS HEALTHY & WHY
October is Healthy Lung Awareness Month It is officially October, which of course means Breast Care Awareness month, but it is also National Healthy Lung month. Lung Health Day is October 28th, so this is a perfect time to bring awareness. Lung health is important to me because over the course of a year, I watched two very loved …
THE ONE KEY TO SUCCESS OR FAILURE IN FITNESS
By Melanie Prew THE WOD I look at the WOD (Workout of the Day) and it is: 5 rounds of: 50 Kettlebell Swings 20 Wall Balls The fear settles in a bit. I shake it aside and set my timer. Before thinking twice, I push the start button and hear, “ 3,2,1,Go!” I grab the Kettlebell and start my swings. I …
TOP 5 VITAMINS WOMEN SHOULD BE GETTING
By Faith Ellis Vitamins are natural compounds in our bodies that are essential for proper growth and function. They are micronutrients that can be found in food and supplements and are necessary to consume since our bodies cannot synthesize them. While there are thirteen different vitamins our bodies need, we have compiled a list of the top 5 vitamins women …
6 TIPS THAT WILL SAVE YOU MONEY ON YOUR FITNESS JOURNEY
A new pair of workout capris, a cool twisty-back tank, the latest, ‘has-everything’ treadmill… the fitness world is full of spending opportunities. It is not hard to indulge in the trendy fitness craze and it is super tempting when a product claims it will make you fit and healthy for good! In the long-term being healthy should actually save you …
FACTS ABOUT YOUR BODY AND HOW TO USE IT TO YOUR ADVANTAGE
By Grace Carter There’s a lot to know about the human body, but most of us will only ever find out a tiny percentage of it. Have you ever been curious as to how your body works? Read on for some highly useful facts, and how you can use them to get the most out of your health. Fitness facts …
CBD OIL 101
The latest buzz in the health industry is CBD oil, but what is it and what can it do for you? CBD is a cannabinoid. It’s from the cannabis plant however, it doesn’t get you high like marijuana. “Marijuana contains many chemical compounds that create the different characteristics of the plant. Terpenes provide flavors and aromas, while chlorophyll in the leaves makes …
BREATHE! THE IMPORTANCE OF BREATHING IN FITNESS
By Jane Sandwood Breathing is the only autonomous mechanism of the body that we can control. How and when we breathe dictates much of our overall health. In fact, inefficient breathing is linked to not only lung and chest pain, but also upper-body muscle aches and fatigue. Strong breathing practices are especially important for workouts (of any variety), because your body needs to …
HOW SOCIAL MEDIA CAN DAMAGE YOUR FITNESS GOALS
Social Media and Fitness: How the Online World may Damage our Health and Self-Esteem By Faith Ellis It seems that people exercise on social media as much as they workout in the gym. As you scroll through your newsfeed, how do you feel when you see gym selfies or girls posing flawlessly during a sweat sesh? Truthfully, your online feed …
S.I.M.P.L.E. – MAKING HEALTHY MEALS SIMPLE
By Kathy Lange Making healthy meals from scratch (that everyone likes) while juggling work, kids and other activities can quickly become overwhelming. Plus there is the whole issue of grocery shopping. Making the list and reading labels can take forever and what are those big long words? Who has time for all of that? Making healthy meals easier I am …
BEST WORKOUTS FOR TEENS TO STAY HEALTHY AND SMART
By Michael Morelli As teenagers, there are a lot of benefits that you can get from regular exercise. Not only does it help you stay physically healthy, it also makes you feel more comfortable about yourself. If you are serious about integrating some exercises in your daily activities, you need to consider the effectiveness of the routine that you will …
MEAL PREP MADE EASY
By Tammy Patnode Proper meal prep is essential to the success of your contest diet. It doesn’t have to take an enormous amount of time, if you do it efficiently. The following tips are essential to doing it effortlessly! First I suggest hitting up your local Sams Club, Costco or BJs Wholesale Club for the best prices on your contest staples. Chicken …
10 WARMUP SECRETS TO RAMP UP YOUR EXERCISE ROUTINE
By Ashley Lipman Want to climb to new heights in your regular exercise session? Effectiveness depends on your warmups a lot more than you probably realize. Dynamic warmup techniques are now the gold standard when it comes to warming up in the world of sports, cheerleading squads, dance teams, and a host of other high-intensity team efforts. …
SEVEN FITNESS TIPS EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW
If you have been working hard to lose weight and achieve your fitness goals but still can’t see any positive changes, we may be able to help. Fitness is not only about the obvious things such as exercises and diet. It must be done holistically. It is also important to look at the small details because those can affect your …
GASTRIC BYPASS DIDN’T CHANGE ME, I CHANGED ME
By Brenda Forsyth My eyes really are bigger than my stomach…sort of I always had a love for food. I remember my dad would say, “Your eye’s are bigger than your stomach” as I loaded up my dinner plate with heaping servings of my mom’s home cooked food. 11 ½ years ago I chose to have the Roux-en-y gastric bypass surgery …
LEMON GLAZED ZUCCHINI PROTEIN BREAD
ALL THAT ZUCCHINI If you have a ton of zucchini in your garden like we do every year you are always looking for recipes to use them up! I can not waste all that deliciousness. Zucchini is so versatile and my favorite recipes to use them in are definitely all the different kinds of sweet breads. I love lemon so …
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PERFECT YOUR POWERLIFTING
REFINE YOUR POWERLIFTING ROUTINE By Jane Sandwood The United States is seeing an absolute surge of women in powerlifting, and for good reason. Strength training such as squats, deadlifts and bench pressing builds and works so many different muscles, ramps up metabolism and even protects against diabetes, osteoporosis and arthritis. Harvard researchers also found that in a study of 10,500, weight …
HOW EXERCISE CAN HELP ADDICTION RECOVERY
BREAKING BAD HABITS By Constance Ray Each day millions of Americans suffer with some form of substance dependency. This could be alcohol, nicotine, prescription medications, or illegal drugs. For many addiction is part of a downward spiral that never seems to end. But it does not have to be a life sentence and through counseling, treatment, and self-care, addiction is …
STEPS TO ACHIEVING OPTIMAL WELLNESS
BALANCE YOUR HEALTH BALANCE YOUR LIFE By Jane Sandwood When it comes to achieving optimal health, you get exactly what you give your body in return. As humans, we strive to achieve happiness, good health, and overall wellness. We want to become the best versions of ourselves rather than the average Joe. However, not everyone understands the importance of optimal health. …
HOW TO ACHIEVE YOUR FITNESS GOALS BY THE END OF THE YEAR
Fitness goals. The #1, top priority of so many New Year’s Resolution lists. However, all of a sudden we realize half of the year is behind us and we haven’t even the first step towards fulfilling our resolution. But, it’s not time to give up on your goals yet! Here are some proven ways to achieve your fitness goals by …
KEEPING YOUR INNER CIRCLE SMALL
MEASURING UP YOUR INNER CIRCLE By Desiree Hendrickson I’ve been told you are the “average” level of success measured by the 5 people you spend the most time with. If you sat down right now and wrote out the names of those 5 people, where do you stand in that inner circle? How is your time spent with each individual? …
5 REWARDS THAT DO NOT INCLUDE FOOD
5 NON-FOOD REWARDS By Faith Ellis Nailing your workout and sticking to your healthy meal plan is a major success and a sure way to hit your health and fitness goals. When you meet your goals, you probably have a reward in mind that keeps you motivated to keep going for the goal and treat yourself when you get there. …
YOUR DIGESTIVE SYSTEM & YOUR GUT
TRUST YOUR GUT By Christine Anne Schmieden Poor digestion affects 70 million people every day. Think about it. Our digestive system manages a number of important processes from the breakdown of our food to nutrient absorption to running a two lane highway for communication to and from the brain. If our digestive system is in order, we feel great. If …
GUIDE TO YOUR PRE AND POST WORKOUT ROUTINE
Everyone knows that a successful workout routine is much more than just sweating it out at the gym. Do you know what really needs to be done before or even after, in order to get the most out of your workout? If the answer is no, you’re at the right place! Here’s our guide to pre and post workout routines …
TIPS TO KICKSTART SUMMER FITNESS
By Jane Grates, Guest Blogger Now that we’re heading into summer, we can finally safely say that we’re putting a long, cold, and dreary winter and spring behind us. Soon our days will be packed with abundant amounts of sunshine, lots of toasty warm temperatures, and the lovely sounds of children playing outside all day long. From winter sitness to summer …
5 BEST WORKOUT CHANNELS ON YOUTUBE
WORKOUT WITH YOUTUBE By Faith Ellis There are so many workout channels to subscribe to on YouTube! And we know our FitGirls out there would love to subscribe to every single one, but all you need are a few really great ones. We have helped you narrow down that list to help you get started. Here are 5 of the …
HOW TO KNOW YOU ARE AT YOUR GOAL WEIGHT
WHAT IS YOUR GOAL WEIGHT? By Desiree Hendrickson If you’re like a majority of the population, you’ve probably tried some kind of diet or cleanse at one point or another that you believed would help you achieve your goal weight. You have also possibly gone through extreme highs and lows in search to find that perfect goal weight. That target …
GOING BEYOND THE STRETCH | HEATHYR STANICS
SWEET INSPIRATION By Heathyr Marie Stanics “How did you get started in yoga?” “I’m not flexible at all. I can’t even touch my toes. Can I still do yoga?” “Can you give me instructional advice? I want to do what you’re doing, but don’t know where to start.” CURIOUS ABOUT YOGA These are all questions that are sent to …
TIME TO RETHINK YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION?
HAVE YOU GIVEN UP ON YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION YET? By Desiree Hendrickson If you are one of the 80% struggling to keep your infamous New Year’s Resolutions, don’t worry. We are only a quarter of the way through 2018. It is totally okay to take some time to refresh those resolutions! So let’s see how you can get in …
TRENDING NOW: NAKED EXERCISE
THE NEW FITNESS TREND IN NEW YORK🙈 If you workout at a gym, you probably have a routine that consists of carrying a gym bag with you, packed with extra clothes to change into after your routine and a shower. With the latest fitness trend taking over New York, you can skip a step…sort of. Instead of peeling off sweaty …
SENSUAL ESSENTIAL OILS FOR LOVE, ROMANCE & PASSION
**CAUTION: WILL CAUSE ROMANCE Out of the basic five senses, our sense of smell is often the most under-appreciated and under-utilized. When we smell something it sends a message to and from the brain. If you are looking for a way to bring more romance into your relationship this may just do the trick. You may find a certain scent …
ARE YOU GETTING ENOUGH SODIUM?
SALT101 We are always told to avoid sodium for the negative effects it has on the body. But what about the positive effects? WHAT DOES SALT DO Salt helps maintain the normal volume of blood in the body, and also helps keep the correct balance of water in your cells and tissues for proper function. It aids in digestion …
5 TIPS TO TRAIN AROUND AN INJURY
Whether you’re just starting to find your groove in the gym or you’re a competitive bodybuilder, injuries can happen to us all. When you push your body, sometimes you can go too hard and have an injury – like cranking it out on that extra mile run or simply have a minor accident like tripping during a box jump. Regardless, …
COMBAT ACNE USING TEA TREE OIL
MILLIONS OF ADULTS SUFFER FROM ACNE In fact, an estimated 70% to 90% of young adults, both males and females, suffer from acne prone skin. Recent studies show that there is an increasing amount of adults facing acne issues as well. Yet so many are unable to find a treatment that actually works! Most turn to medications and chemical treatments …
YOUR LAST WEIGHT LOSS RESOLUTION | KRISTI ROMERO
By Kristi Romero January 1st is right around the corner. Have you made your New Year’s Resolution? Is it the same resolution as last year? And the year before that? Does it have something to do with losing weight or getting in shape? If you answered yes, you are definitely not alone. Why is it that you are making this same resolution, once …
THE BEST TIME TO EAT CARBS FOR OPTIMUM WEIGHT LOSS
HAVE YOU BEEN WONDERING WHEN YOU SHOULD BE EATING YOUR CARBS? For most individuals, at least 70% of your carbohydrate intake for the day should fall around your workout window for prime weight loss. Consuming the majority of your carbohydrates at this time maximizes glycogen storage and minimizes body fat gain. If your carbohydrate consumption is limited from dieting and/or …
GETTING IN THE ZONE WITH THE ZONE DIET
GET IN THE ZONE By Jane Sandwood To get the results that you want, you have to exercise right, but you also have to eat right. Therefore, you need to have the perfect balance of nutrition and exercise.
5 SUPPLEMENTS YOU SHOULD BE TAKING AND WHY
It’s overwhelming when you first decide to commit to a health, wellness and fitness regimen. It’s almost scary enough to completely deter you. Some of you may be thinking that more is better – more cardio, more supplements, and the unfortunate part, less eating. That couldn’t be further from the truth. What is true about supplements Supplements can be a …
MY TOP 3 PODCASTS ON NUTRITION AND FITNESS
Podcasts are becoming a big thing, especially with Sirius radio options now. You can also listen to them on your phones and download a whole podcast segment. A podcast is an episodic series of audio or video segments. They can be short or long, and the subject ranges from politics to absolutely random content. Therefore, it should be no …
DRINK UP! HOW TO STAY HYDRATED WHEN WORKING OUT
3 Reasons to Drink More By Jane Sandwood How far would you expect your car to go without gas? Not very far, right? So why do we often expect our body to perform at its best when we’re not hydrating ourselves properly? Staying hydrated when working out can make or break a great workout! The recommended daily water intake is …
FINDING YOUR MENTAL STRENGTH
A positive thought process often leads to a greater chance of a positive and successful outcome. Furthermore, a negative thought process often leads to a greater chance of a negative and unsuccessful outcome.
WHAT FITNESS TRACKER IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
There are so many new options in wearable fitness trackers, it can be hard to know where to start. Depending on your goals and your personal style, each tracker has something good to offer.
HerSUPPZ Brand Ambassador Felicia Williams shares with you the top choices and which ones are best for you and your lifestyle!
GETTING TO KNOW HerSUPPZ BRAND AMBASSADOR | DESIREE
Desiree thrives on the balance between her impressive personal goals and her empowering professional life. She is strong and smart and loves to learn new ways of challenging herself. We see Desiree’s greatness and know you will quickly see why we chose her to inspire and motivate YOU also. HIGH SCHOOL During my senior year, I tore my ACL just …
BREAST CANCER & FITNESS What you need to know
Did you know that you can reduce the risk of breast cancer coming back by exercising during and after treatment?
TOP 5 PROTEINS FOR WOMEN | POST WORKOUT | MEAL REPLACEMENT | BAKING
It is wonderful nowadays to have so many products available to help us reach our goals. Unfortunately, with so many choices it can get quite confusing and overwhelming as to what is the best to help us reach them.
We did the hard work for you and broke down the Top 5 Best Proteins for Post Workout, Meal Replacement & Baking!
5 TOP TIPS TO BUY WORKOUT CLOTHES
Investing in gym clothes can add up quickly between good shoes to run or lift in, leggings that are “squat proof” or a tank that will hold its seams for more than a few washes.
5 NON-SCALE GOALS TO LOSE WEIGHT
Don’t be a slave to the scale. Sure weighing yourself is a fast and easy way of determining weight loss, but their are so many other ways!!
If you are not seeing that number budge on the scale try out these 5 other ways to determine if you are going in the right direction!
WHAT IS REVERSE DIETING & IS IT RIGHT FOR ME
Reverse Dieting. You have heard of it, but the thought of having to go on yet another diet after your competition or special event makes you want to throw down a greasy burger and say, “the he!! with it!”
Find out exactly what reverse dieting is and if it is something YOU can realistically do …
CAN YOU REALLY LOSE WEIGHT BY WALKING?
Physical activity doesn’t need to be complicated. Something as simple as a daily brisk walk can help you live a healthier life.
The faster, farther and more frequently you walk, the greater the benefits!
What are you waiting for? Walk on!
5 THINGS YOU CAN NOT LIVE WITHOUT ON YOUR WEDDING DAY
Whether you have been dreaming of your wedding day bliss since you played the lead as Cinderella, or you waited until the last minute because that is how you roll. HerSUPPZ has several products and ideas that you can take advantage of to make the journey and your special day as magical as it can be!
A BUSY MOMS GUIDE TO STAYING FIT
Whether you’re a new mom trying to get your pre-baby bod back or a seasoned veteran balancing busy schedules of middle schoolers, staying fit is hard. It requires time …that we don’t have and discipline …that is usually spent elsewhere.
But it’s important.
With so many demands, it crucial that we take care of ourselves and make our health and fitness a priority and Felicia knows how to get it all done!
THINGS I SUCK AT
I am not doing it right all the time. I try, but I suck sometimes…or actually a lot, lately…I love PB&J’s, pizza, wine and chocolate and sometimes skipping an AM workout to snuggle my kids. In Mary’s Blog she shares her accomplishments, failures, goals and inspiration…
HOW TO EAT CLEAN WITHOUT GETTING BORED
First of all, mindset is everything. If you spend your time worrying about what you can’t eat or limiting yourself to plain tilapia and asparagus, of course, you’re going to be bored. However, it can be hard to strike a balance between how to eat clean all of the time and not getting stuck in a food rut. 😊But, you know …
THE ULTIMATE GROCERY LIST FOR THE COLLEGE STUDENT
Shopping healthy doesn’t mean having to spend a lot of money at the grocery store. Money can be tight and some people think that eating healthy is too expensive. Libby put together the essential grocery list for the college student!
TIPS FOR STAYING MOTIVATED IN COLLEGE #GYMLIFE
Staying motivated and being consistent in a healthy lifestyle isn’t always easy. Add the pressures of college life and you have yourself trying to squeeze a 48-hour day into 24 hours. We asked Libby Menz how she juggles nursing school, the gym and good eating skills all at once…
PRACTICAL TIPS TO STAY SANE AFTER AN INJURY PART 1 of 2
Our very own HerSUPPZ Brand Ambassador Christine Anne shares her tips to staying on track even when you are injured. These are practical and easy so you can heal faster and get after your goal or goals! Keep an eye out for Part duex…
JENI’S JOURNEY WITH ENDOMETRIOSIS
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month.
Jeni is a big part of our HerSUPPZ family. We are so inspired by her courage & STRENGTH both in the gym and in her life. After being diagnosed with endometriosis Jeni’s life changed forever…
EATING FOR A HEALTHY HEART
Eating for a healthy heart does not have to be boring!
You have many options for amazing food and flavor while keeping your health in check.
Check out some of these tips and suggestions to get you started on the right path.
CHRISTINE’S HEART HEALTHY WORKOUTS
February is heart health month! That’s right, an entire month dedicated to your ticker!
Your heart is THE hardest working muscle in the body and our very own HerSUPPZ Brand Ambassador Christine (aka Xtine Anne) is sharing just a few of her very own exercises to keep your ticker tick’n!
TOP 5 BEST SELLING PROTEIN POWDERS
We are sharing with you our top 5 best selling protein powders so you can see what other customers are using!
THE IMPORTANCE OF BALANCE
When we allow ourselves to recover and reflect from how crazy life can get, it also helps remind us that keeping the balance in our lives is the most difficult task with the greatest reward!! Find out how…
MATCHING YOUR STRATEGY WITH YOUR GOALS
Goal setting is a way to prioritize your life. What is important to you? What do you want to achieve? You have to be able to answer these questions first. Read on to learn how to set actionable and measurable goals to prioritize your life.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THYROID DISEASE
The main purpose of thyroid hormone is to “run the body’s metabolism,” it is understandable that people with this condition will have symptoms associated with a slow metabolism.” Find out what you need to know about your thyroid..
CAN WOMEN BENEFIT FROM TESTOSTERONE BOOSTERS
Women and men both have testosterone and estrogen in their bodies. Just different amounts. A female with lower than normal testosterone levels or low T could benefit from a testosterone booster supplement…or could she?
JANUARY 2nd IS PERSONAL TRAINER AWARENESS DAY
If you have ever had the perfect PERSONAL TRAINER you know how valuable they are! They give their time, their passion and their lives to giving you their best!! But did you know they also have a day to be celebrated? Find out how this special day came to be and some great ways to just say, Thank you…
TOP 10 GIFTS FOR THE FIT FREAK ON YOUR GIFT LIST
The holidays are coming and we all know at least ONE fit freak that loves to get …even more freaky fit!
Here are HerSUPPZ top ten gifts for the fitness freak in your life!
HEALTHY GAME DAY SNACKS
GREAT SUPERBOWL FIXINS’ Fall is here and that means leaves changing into their beautiful fall colors, pumpkin everything, brisk mornings and FOOTBALL. Game day usually brings those penalty-popping appetizers that quickly leave your diet goals feeling sacked. We want to help you intercept those food fumbles so you don’t sacrifice the Top Ten Plays of the Game! Here are some great …
FINDING THE POSITIVE IN BREAST CANCER
Weighing all the variables both clinically and in my heart…my mom’s early death, my young age at diagnosis, the consult of close friends who have dealt with this cancer…find out what Michelle does with her decision and diagnosis…
WHY DO WOMEN RIP EACH OTHER APART?
“I finished up my squats and moved on to deadlifts. The moment I started making any noise such as, tapping the plates on the ground to come back up, I could feel their dirty looks. I was not dropping weights or going out of my way to slam anything.”
If you have been fortunate enough to never be ridiculed or judged or criticized…you are lucky.
Find out how Felicia fights the negative in her life and how you can too.
BE THE GIRL WHO CAN DO BOTH WITH SUCCESS
When I started to become more interested in fitness training about two-years ago I had this preconceived theory that it was almost impossible to be successful in one’s personal AND professional life. Find out if Desiree still believes this theory and how you can Find Your Strength in her story…
BENEFITS OF ESSENTIAL OILS
They can help with your mood and sleep patterns. They purify your home, enhance your spiritual awareness and physical wellness and can even help your beauty routine. …ok …but really, what are they and do they really work?
THE BENEFITS OF ATHLETIC TAPE
You’ve probably been watching the Olympics and Paralympics? You’ve probably seen some of the athletes all taped up. For instance legs, shoulders, knees, chest etc? That tape isn’t just for show or to look fancy.
GET HOT AND INSPIRED WITH YOGA | MARY’S BLOG
September is National YOGA Month. So what does that mean? We do YOGA! HOT YOGA. Mary and the girls take you along on their Hot Yoga session in Mary’s newest blog!
ARE ESSENTIAL OILS SAFE TO CONSUME-FAQS
NOW essential oils are manufactured and tested to be the highest quality and purity available, but why do some manufacturers allow for ingesting their essential oils while others do not? Find out exactly what is “safe” to ingest, what is not “safe” to ingest and why…
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN MEAL REPLACEMENT SHAKES
We all know that a “balanced” meal should consist of a proper protein source to rebuild the body and muscles, carbohydrates to fuel your energy, and good, healthy fats to keep you fuller longer. When you are looking for meal replacement shakes you should expect no different.
FROM SETBACKS TO STRIDES | HEATHYR STANICS
It all started with a breakup.Now I know that’s not a positive way to start a bio, but I swear it gets good. In 2011 I split from my then fiancé, and as it neared it’s ugly end, I turned to food and alcohol for comfort, as many women do. I was eating fast food every day and drinking wine …
BREASTFEEDING BENEFITS FOR MOM AND BABY
EVEN MORE BENEFITS OF BREASTFEEDING We all know the statistics about how healthy it is to nurse your newborn such as reduced ear infections, lower risk for asthma and a higher IQ. Check out this fresh list of breastfeeding perks for YOU and your new little one…
WHAT’S IN OUR GYM BAGS?
What gets us excited to go to the gym? A peak into our gym bags…
MADISON’S STORY LIVING WITH JUVENILE RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS
July is Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Month and Madison and her family shares with us just how a little girls life can change…It all started 3 1/2 years ago, when our 2 year old daughter, Madison, was waking up every morning with pain…
BEING BRAVE…PAIGE’S STORY LIVING WITH JUVENILE RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS
In a matter of days, our once active 3 year old, could not walk, quit eating and would barely talk. After a two week hospital stay, numerous tests and painful procedures, we were given the official diagnosis – Systemic Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis.
A LITTLE BITE HERE A LITTLE BITE THERE…FRUSTRATED WITH FAT LOSS
If you find yourself frustrated with your fat loss efforts, you may want to take a closer look at exactly what your diet consists of. It may be a few little things that are adding up quickly that you aren’t even realizing.
CAN YOU DO A 5k? YES! YOU CAN!
Have you ever thought of doing a 5k but was not sure if you could do it? Are all your friends always talking about all the 5k’s and marathons they are doing but don’t know how to start? You will want to read this!
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