Print this entryBefore You Skip A Workout: 6 Questions To Ask Yourself Creating an exercise routine and staying committed to it is easier said than done. We all want to skip a day every now and then, but should we? When we skip a day we set ourselves up to want to skip more days. We can also lose momentum, this is especially true for those prone to losing touch with good exercise habits. As a personal trainer, the best…
Print this entryMany women are uncomfortable with some part of their body. The smallest tweaks can lead to some major weight loss and a leaner physique. Here are the most common problem areas that women are most concerned with, how to combat them and ways to lead a healthier lifestyle through exercise and a little dieting. Cellulite What is cellulite? It’s the fat underneath your skin, which causes the dimples that we all hate. An easy way to fix this…
Print this entryMany women are uncomfortable with some part of their body. The smallest tweaks can lead to some major weight loss and a leaner physique. Here are the most common problem areas that women are most concerned with, how to combat them and ways to lead a healthier lifestyle through exercise and a little dieting. Cellulite What is cellulite? It’s the fat underneath your skin, which causes the dimples that we all hate. An easy way to fix this…
Print this entryExercise as a priority for you plays an important role in the self-care of your life. Your priorities comprise the attitudes and actions that result in emotional, mental, physical, environmental and spiritual health. Unlike other aspects of life, self-care does not need any medical intervention or professional consultation. It is something you do yourself. In this post, we are going to focus on the importance of exercise as a priority for you. Reduced Stress and Depression Exercise has…
Print this entryExercise is a vital part of being healthy and staying in shape. We all know this, yet knowing it and actually working out are two very different things. Lack of motivation, procrastination and not having enough time are some of the biggest obstacles we face in sticking with a regular workout routine. Our success is often determined by how much we want it and what we are willing to do to get it. Momentum The hardest part of…
Print this entrySticking to your fitness goals can be challenging, but it is also very rewarding. Learning to be healthy takes time and dedication to your fitness goals. Sticking with those goals also takes time and patience to perfect. Don’t be discouraged if you stumble every now and then, the most important part is that you get back up and try again. 5 Ways to Stick to Your Fitness Goals Here are some tips to help you stick with your…
Print this entryBalancing your mind and body supports your overall health and deep breathing, which you can do on its own or in mind-body exercises like yoga, Pilates, meditation, Tai Chi and QiGong can help. Mind-Body Exercises Deep breathing included with mind and body exercises can help you lose weight, feel great, reduce stress, and be strong in body and mind. The oxygen that you bring in through deep breathing from your abdomen and the toxins that you release when…
Print this entryIf you prefer a bit of relaxation over productivity, you probably want to spend your evenings and weekends watching Netflix or TV, instead of exercising or cooking. However, it is possible to do a variety of these things also while watching your favorite show. Here are some ways to take full advantage of multi-tasking and lose weight while watching Netflix. Exercise While Watching TV You might not have the motivation to use the treadmill or go for a…
Print this entryOne of the top recommendations for dealing with chronic pain is getting regular exercise. This is going to help with a lot of different types of pain, from helping with arthritis by getting your body moving, to boosting your mood when you have pain from Crohn’s or fibromyalgia. Here are some things to know about exercising for chronic pain. The Power of Exercise For Chronic Pain Your Joints Get Stretched Out A good reason to get regular exercise…
Print this entryPeople often say things like ‘It’s 80% diet, 20% training” or “abs are made in the kitchen,” but in reality, it’s 100% of both if you want to see the best results. I want to run you through a primer on the type of training you’ll be doing as well as how you’ll eat, before we get into the nuts and bolts of each. As far as training goes, you’ll be employing two forms. The first being Weight…