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Everyone has different goals when it comes to getting fit and becoming the best version of ourselves. We each want something specific to our personal needs and there are many different ways to achieve what we are looking for. For some of us, focusing on a strict diet will yield us the results we seek

Are you looking for that extra boost throughout the day and have no idea where to find it? Forget the coffee and candy bar idea and start thinking smart. When searching for a healthy pick-up, it is important to find foods that are high in protein, high in fiber, and contain complex carbohydrates. These nutrients

On our path to becoming the best version of ourselves, there are often many road blocks. One of the most detrimental blocks of a healthy lifestyle is STRESS. Even though stress is a natural and inevitable thing, taking on too much can have some serious ramifications. Stress has several side effects to your everyday life,

When it comes to losing weight and adhering to a healthier lifestyle, going to the gym and working out is only part of the journey to success. The real change happens in the kitchen. I have spoken to so many clients who spend upwards of $300 or more over the course of a year for

Almost exactly 2 years ago I made a New Year’s Resolution to make my Health and Fitness a priority. I was tired, out of shape and overweight. I knew I wanted more for myself and more for my family. So, I decided I would start by running… And trust me, I didn’t get far. BUT,

Ready to commit to a leaner, fitter and healthier you? Why not consider working out from home! Here are ten benefits of selecting a workout routine that you can do from home: Save time Not having enough time is the most common excuse people use to avoid working out. Working out at home means you

Have you ever heard someone say, “You are what you eat?” Well– it is true. Studies have shown that the majority of the diseases we see today are byproducts of the unhealthy and processed foods we eat. Not only that, but the foods you choose to eat each and every day have more of an

How many servings of veggies do you eat per day? Do you know how many servings of vegetables you should have per day? Dietician, Sidney Fry, MS, RD, recommends the following: Women ages 19-30: 2 cups Fruits + 2 1/2 cups Veggies = 4 1/2 cups TOTAL Men ages 19-50: 2 cups Fruits + 3

Have you heard the buzz about Autumn Calabrese’s super successful program, 21 Day Fix, that incorporates nutrtion, portion control and fitness?? What about the newly released, highly anticipated, dance program, CIZE, by Shaun T?? If you have ever wondered what these programs were all about, or have considered doing either of these programs and would