There’s no magic formula for healthy eating and weight loss. All carbs, proteins, and fats come in good and bad forms. A smart food plan for good nutrition and sustainable…
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What Causes Sciatica? Sciatica is a condition of shooting pain down the leg, which typically originates from the hip and goes down the back of the thigh. Sciatica is caused…
The American College of Sports Medicine has released the annual fitness trends forecast. According to their results, wearable technology is predicted to top fitness trends next year. This survey is…
Fruit contains important vitamins, phytonutrients, and antioxidants, but its high fructose content can contribute to sugar cravings and weight gain. Let me be very clear: This does not mean you shouldn’t…
One of the most common nutrition questions our fitness trainers get is “How do I lose belly fat?” (usually the last place your body will release fat). Our clients typically have great…
If you’re exercising regularly, good for you! And if you’re doing strength training exercise, even better. But some exercises will cause injury, so to avoid workout injuries, make the following…
Are vitamin supplements worth taking? Here’s the full text of an interview with Dan DeFigio about nutrition supplements on CNN’s Fit Nation: Are Vitamin Supplements Worth Taking? A nutrition supplement is a…
Should you suck in your abs when exercising? Here are the pros and cons on sucking in your abs during exercise. Should you suck in your abs? EMGs and computerized movement analyses…
Gym equipment can harbor a host of bacteria and fungi that can make you sick. In order to maintain your physical health and to protect yourself from infections and viruses,…
Exercise really IS the best medicine! We all know that regular exercise training is vital to good health, but The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges released a report that puts…
If you’re starting to feel restless from spending too much time indoors, there are ways to get fit outside the gym. Exercise outside! Nice weather is the perfect opportunity for you to start…
Healthy Snack Ideas One of the biggest challenges to good nutrition is figuring out what healthy snacks to prepare. Low carb snacks, high protein snacks, Paleo snacks – what are…
Need tips for how to stick to resolutions? It’s a new year, and lots of people make resolutions to lose weight and get in shape. Here are some tips for sticking to…
The easiest way to lose weight is to make small decisions that you won’t even notice every day. An easy way to lose 10 pounds is to cut out just 100…