Q: Is there anything I can do about the indents in my shoulders from bra straps? A: Here are four things you can do right now about those indents: Go Shopping: Toss your old bras that have lost their elasticity and support. Get properly fitted for a bra. Check out this video to […]
After almost 18 years working with people in the fitness and wellness fields, I’ve come up with my 3 ground rules for helping clients while taking care of my own wellbeing. Walk the Walk: I pride myself on this one. I have never and will never ask a client to do anything I don’t […]
I can’t say it enough: You need a goal. The more specific your goal, the more likely you are to be successful. Read more about setting a S.M.A.R.T. goal here. Your goal will be either health, fitness, or performance based. Training for Performance: You have performance-based goals if you are training for a sport […]
Strength is defined as the ability of the neuromuscular system to produce internal tension to overcome an external force OR the amount of force a muscle can exert against an external load. That external load can come from gravity (think good posture and planks), weights, or bands. Bands are big part of my own training […]
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 […]
