The Best Foods to Eat to Boost Your Metabolism and Burn Fat
Practicing healthy eating habits and getting plenty of exercise are the keys to boosting your metabolism and burning fat. Making the right food choices helps your body function at its optimum efficiency and speeds your metabolism. Eating protein- and fiber-rich […]
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Reverse Fly vs. Lateral Raise
The shoulders bear the brunt of a lot of upper body movement, and numerous exercises for the upper body involve the deltoids as secondary stabilizers. While the shoulder press and certain variations of other overhead presses engage the shoulder muscles, […]
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4 Stability Ball Exercises for a Strong Core
Chances are, you’ve already elevated your ab work onto a stability ball. Smart move: Research shows that crunches atop a ball are approximately twice as effective as those done on the floor. But stop there and you’re selling this multitasking […]
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I Love Planks! Why You Should Too – 22 Ways!
I found this great article on 22 different ways to do a plank. Check out the pictures or click and watch the videos for ideas for keeping the core strong! Core strength is a must for better balance, hip stabilization, […]
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Pregnancy exercises – The Mayo Clinic
Wall pushups Interested in pregnancy exercises? Good for you! Pregnancy exercises can help you improve your core strength, tone your muscles and prepare for labor. Before you get started, remember to put safety first. Avoid moves that make you feel […]
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Silly but Effective – Talk To Your Food
Many (most) of us have emotional/stress eating issues. We have a bad day and immediately (without thinking) hit the lounge or the pantry for a sweet or salty treat. Here is where the cycle begins. Stress Trigger Eat because of […]
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Bye-bye back pain
“As a trainer, I hear the words ‘Oh, my aching back’ far too often. Frequently, back pain is a sign of muscular imbalances,” celebrity trainer Kathy Kaehler says. “Here’s a test: Stand with your back to a wall, shoulder blades […]
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7 EXERCISES FOR THE BRIDE TO BE
If only we all had a typical bride’s motivation to get in shape. All eyes on her, photographs that last a lifetime and a deeply felt desire to look amazing for her groom all contribute to creating a motivated fitness […]
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One-Arm Dumbbell Row
Choose a flat bench and place a dumbbell on each side of it. Place the right leg on top of the end of the bench, bend your torso forward from the waist until your upper body is parallel to the […]
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The 10 Do’s And Don’ts Of Mobility
This isn’t another “one stretch that will change your life today” article. These rules are the foundation of a mobility practice that will keep paying off for years to come! While it might not be as flashy as big-weight compound […]
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