Stressed? Try Changing Your Diet And Exercise Routine Feeling strung out? Having trouble sleeping? Jealous of how relaxed a cat on a hot tin roof looks? It’s probably time to change your exercise and diet routine to combat the effects of stress. While stress is a normal part of life and can actually be good for the body to an extent, too much stress over long periods of time can take a … [Read more...]
Set Realistic Weight Loss Goals For Real Success
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...]
Why Diet Pills Are Not Worth Taking!
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...]
How to GAIN more Energy!
Tired of feeling tired all the time? Need to boost your energy levels to get through the day? Set aside the power drinks and consider following a plan that puts your body and diet to work for you! There are natural, healthy ways to make sure you have the energy you need to get through the day, hit the gym and still have enough “get-up-and-go” left to enjoy an evening with the family and … [Read more...]
Interval Training for Fat Loss
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...]
Super Foods And Why They Are Good For You
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...]
Efficient Outdoor Workout
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...]
What Is Your Favorite Post-Workout Meal?
We all know it's best to have a healthy snack after working out. Studies have shown that eating a small meal of protein and healthy carbs helps increase the benefits of your workout and speeds up the fat loss process. So what's your favorite post workout meal? Leave a comment below and tell us your favorite healthy after-workout snack. … [Read more...]
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