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You’ve made the resolution, now here’s how to follow through with it! 1. Let go of the past. Don’t dwell on what has gone wrong with your fitness routine in the past. The past is the past, and there is not any value in looking backwards when it comes to establishing a new plan for…

It’s that time of year, holiday parties, family get togethers, food, food, and more food! From stuffing and pumpkin pie and sugar cookies,the seasonal temptations are endless. If that’s not enough, we also get surrounded by “food pushers”. Food pushers range from well-intentioned loved ones to total diet saboteurs.Regardless of their motivation, it’s important to…

You know you need protein, but do you really know how much? Protein is an essential need when it comes to building muscle, maintaining muscle and building strength, but if your diet is falling short on protein, you could be left weak and flat with little muscle gains. Read these four signs that your diet…

Don’t be fooled by the “healthy foods” out there.   Read on for few examples: Trail Mix Nuts and dried fruit trail mix is obviously a healthy choice, right? Wrong! While plain, natural mixes of unsalted nuts and unsweetened dried fruits can make for a good portion-controlled, high-energy snack, many mixes throw in chocolate chips, loads of salt, and added…

Symptoms to look out for and understand so you don’t get discouraged. March 4th, Clint & I officially began our 31-day shred in order to lose our excess weight and get in the best shape ever for our upcoming Mexico vacation. After letting ourselves slip for over 2 months it was time to get back…

Well, if we’re talking spare tires, muffin tops, or that last bit of pooch covering your six-pack, then you’re S.O.L. That sort of chub (i.e., the kind you can see and pinch) is called “subcutaneous” fat, and you can’t “spot-reduce” problem areas. Instead, you need keep exercising hard and eating right to reduce overall body…

Registered massage therapy can be a life changer for people who deal with various conditions such as back pain, stress, anxiety, arthritis and pregnancy aches and pains. These treatments are covered by most extended health insurance programs yet only a small percentage of eligible individuals actually take advantage of claiming their extended health benefits. Survey…

Knowing When to Ignore the Scale The scale can be a valuable tool in any weight-loss journey. It can tell you where you started and help you track your progress. It’s the tool people use most as a measure of success–or failure.   I still weigh myself every morning and keep track in a journal.…

Most of us try to live a healthy lifestyle.   We think we make the right choices, yet quite often not seeing any results w want.   Here are a few things you might not realize are derailing you: 1.  You put others first.We often see clients sacrificing their own health and well-being to prioritize their children,…

Halloween is just around the corner, and you know what that means: sweets! Between scary (and sexy!) costumes and overall good mischief, you might want to be prepared for the onslaught of chocolate bars, candy corn, and empty calories. #1 TIP:  Schedule a WorkoutWhen you work out, you feel and eat better.  Get your workout…