It looks so easy on television. Flip on shows like “The Biggest Loser” and you literally see people shed pounds right before your eyes. They make it look so easy that getting into shape and losing weight is now in style. While this is a great trend, don’t let the cameras, lights and action fool you. Dropping pounds and keeping them off requires work and a big dose of good, old-fashion … [Read more...]

Getting into the swing of things to lose weight and see YOUR desired results can take time, energy and determination. There is no magic pill that can make it happen overnight or truly remove the need to work at reaching goals. While some people use diet pills as a temporary or even semi-permanent crutch, the potential pitfalls of this action make avoidance the best option. So, why are diet … [Read more...]

Interval Training For Fat Loss If you’re tired of the same old, same old with your exercise routine, why not shake things up a bit? Interval training can provide just the boost you need to increase calorie and fat burning while making exercise fun again. Interval training involves short bursts of intense activity coupled with periods of lighter exertion. If you normally jog, for example, … [Read more...]

There are plenty of foods that are good for you. Some foods, however, are just better than others for your body and health. When a particular food contains a variety of disease-fighting and health-sustaining nutrients, it’s called a “super food.” These are the foods you want to include in your diet. As you work with the professionals at your health club to strengthen and tone your body and … [Read more...]

We are past the midpoint of August now in Chicago. The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting long (there's a song there somewhere right?). It also means things are going to cool down a little bit. What a great way to work in some shorter more efficient workouts that ramp up your bodies natural metabolism. Instead of doing an hour at once...try doing 2 20-30 minute workouts … [Read more...]