Contributed by: Danielle Barbosa, ACSM-CPT Practicing Positivity Too often, when negative events or mistakes occur in life we fall victim to negative self-talk. That voice in your head that tells you, “you are wasting your time” or “you are never going to reach your goal.” These negative thoughts can become overwhelming and counterproductive to reaching …
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Nutrition Habits for Successful Weight Loss
Nutrition Habits for Successful Weight Loss Contributed by: Michelle Baglio, RD, LD If you feel like you need to give up your weight loss goals to enjoy your summer, think again! More often than not, it doesn’t take a massive diet overhaul in order to lose weight. What does matter is implementing healthy nutritional habits …
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Get in the Mood….to Exercise!
Contributed by: Kimberly Black, 200YT Get in the Mood….to Exercise! We all know that great feeling you get after getting a good sweat. It may not surprise you to find out that there is science behind those mood boosting activities. It has been shown that exercise can do all of the following: • Alleviates depression/increases …
Cure Your At-Home Workout Boredom
Cure Your At Home Workout Boredom Contributed by: Ciara Floyd, M.S., NSCF-CPT, NSCA-CSCS There is no shortage of body weight exercises and workouts that can be done at home. These are very attractive because there is no equipment needed and can be done anywhere and anytime. But sometimes doing the same workout day in and …
The evil of the two…..Salt vs. Sugar
The evil of the two…..Salt vs. Sugar Contributed by: Dustin Gonzales, M.S., NASM-CPT Which one is worse: SALT or SUGAR?The average sodium intake per person in the U.S. is more than 3,400 mg per day. And most of that comes from processed and restaurant foods. As a matter of fact, the FDA breaks down Americans’ …
Try Soba Noodles Made from Buckwheat…It’s Not Wheat!
Try Soba Noodles Made from Buckwheat…It’s Not Wheat! Provided by: Amanda Albiar, NCSF-CPT I enjoy a healthy change in my eating regimen and thus try to bring variety into my eating plan. One of the ways I do this is by paying attention to how a chef prepares a certain dish when eating out or …
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Are you staying hydrated?
Are you staying hydrated? Provided by: Bethany Reynolds, AFAA-CPT By the time you feel thirsty your body is already dehydrated! Researchshows that as little as 1% dehydration negatively affects your mood,attention, memory and motor coordination. As you “lose” water withoutreplacing it, your blood becomes more concentrated and, at a point, thistriggers your kidneys to retain …
4 So Called Health Foods That are Doing More Harm Than Good
4 So Called Health Foods That are Doing More Harm Than Good Contributed by: Dustin Gonzales, M.S., NASM-CPT 1. Fruit Juice. Ahhhhh, a nice, big refreshing glass of orange juice. It’s filled with vitamin C and plenty of nutrition, right? Sadly, once juice has been removed from its source (i.e., the whole fruit) it removes …
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Why Eating Seeds Isn’t Just for the Birds
Why Eating Seeds Isn’t Just for the Birds Contributed by: Michelle Baglio, RD, LD Many of us already know that consuming a diet rich in healthy fats typically includes one or more daily servings of nuts, such as a handful of almonds or a few tablespoons of peanut butter. However, if you’re not including seeds …
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Healthy Sweets
Healthy Sweets Contributed by: Ciara Floyd, M.S., NSCF-CPT, NSCA, CSCS Supermarket shelves are filled with sweets marketed as a healthier alternative. These products offer claims such as low fat, no fat, no added sugar, and ½ the calories of the regular item. Although these products may be a better option than the regular products there …