The most important thing to know is that it is never too late to begin a fitness routine. If you haven’t been exercising and taking care of yourself, start now. Be sure to talk to your doctor first and start slow. Exercise is the fountain of youth. Researchers have found that people who maintain […]
In middle age, the body and the brain are aging. By age 40, sedentary women have lost 10lb of lean muscles and gained at least that much in fat. Overweight adults in their 40’s have a greater risk of death from all causes, especially heart disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S. for […]
No matter what stage of life you’re in, you can benefit from adding exercise and yoga to your routine. In this 3-part series, I’ll highlight the benefits for every decade of life, from 20’s and 30’s through 60’s and beyond. First up, 20-somethings: Maybe you never lost the freshman 15 you picked up at college. […]
Do you need to lose weight? Are you trying to avoid gaining weight? Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight take more than counting calories and timing your meals. Studies show it also takes mindful eating. Practice these 6 mindful eating tips to get healthy and reach your goals: Portion your food for more awareness […]
Is everything o.k. in moderate? No; There’s no amount of hydrogenated oil or second-hand smoke that is considered healthy. And for some people, even a little alcohol, gluten, or peanuts can lead to trouble. Is moderation a good rule to follow for nutrition habits? It depends; You have to know yourself to know if moderation […]
Do you have health and fitness goals and resolutions? You need both. A goal is the finish line. Once you’ve accomplished it, it gets crossed off your list. It’s done; You lost 10lbs, hit that PR at the gym, or completed a race. Resolutions, on the other hand, are the intentions that drive you to […]
Here are five of my favorite exercises to strengthen the core without sit-ups or crunches: Plank: Beginning in all fours, lower elbows to the ground and extend one leg back at a time. Keep the body parallel to the floor. Push the ground away with the elbows, draw navel to the spine, squeeze the legs, […]
Do you have an over-arching theme for this year? I summed up my goals and resolutions in one word: ENERGY. This is the year of ENERGY. For me energy means mental focus and attention, physical strength and endurance, and prana or vital life force. My resolutions are centered around cultivating, protecting, and healing […]
You’re doing a great job eating healthy when you’re at home and in your normal routine. But when you’re traveling for work, attending a weekend conference, or visiting friends and family for a few days, does your nutrition go out the window? Here are ten tips to help you eat healthy while on the […]
Eating more protein throughout the day can help you feel fuller, have more energy, recover better from your workouts, and lose fat while preserving lean muscle. Here are eight ways to get more plant-based protein every day. Tempeh: This is fermented soy. It has 16 grams of protein per serving and makes a delicious […]
