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Lentils are nutritious and inexpensive. Here’s an easy guide for how to cook lentils. My method for cooking lentils is ever-so-slightly different than other recipes you may find, but this method results in lentils that are healthier and easier to digest. Lentils are an amazing food. They’re chock full of nutrition, they’re very inexpensive, and … Read more
There are plenty of fitness apps on the market today, and most fall into the category of “Forgettable and Redundant.” Fortunately, certain apps work great and provide unique benefits. For example, Hevy is an excellent workout tracker, Fitbod offers unique and tailored workouts, and Alpha Progression guides the training experience. And here comes FitOn, the … Read more
If you’re a woman with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), you’re probably no stranger to high blood sugar! You may even know that up to 80% of women with PCOS have insulin resistance, which is when your body can’t process glucose correctly instead of converting sugar to energy, your body stores it as fat and absorbs … Read more
Winter can disrupt your usual wellness routine. The days are shorter, your holiday to-do list is a mile long, and when it’s freezing outside, you may be tempted to just stay indoors and embrace the hygge vibes. But don’t let winter weather (or holiday stress) get in the way of your healthy goals. If you’re wondering … Read more
Are you making these common mistakes while losing weight? Losing weight can be difficult, sometimes it seems like you can’t shift the weight no matter what you do. But you are actually self-sabotaging your progress by making these 3 common weight loss mistakes. 1. NOT CONSUMING ENOUGH PROTEIN Adequate protein intake is very important during … Read more
Let’s not waste another summer wishing we would have started sooner… You deserve to feel energized, happy and confident every day and this is where it starts. If you want to want to lose up to 10 pounds, get toned & see results by Memorial Day, join the Spring Slim Down challenge! What is the Spring … Read more
Most people are aware that exercise can improve quality of life and lifespan. However, most people do not that there are three types of exercise that are necessary to optimize overall health and longevity: Zone 2 Cardiovascular Exercise High Intensity Cardiovascular Exercise Resistance Training Each of these forms of exercise confer a specific set of … Read more
1. Benefits of Dumbbell Chest Exercises Dumbbell chest workouts are among the most practiced workouts. Dumbbells assist practitioners to build strong chest muscles with the least chance of injury or muscle tear. A dumbbell workout is also effective in losing chest fat. 1.1. Minimum Stress on Joints Dumbbells do not insert pressure and lock joints … Read more
Fridays, I send out an email outlining my dinner plans for the upcoming week that are designed to work with Weight Watchers. I also publish them on my blog. This practice helps me stay on track with my meal choices and motivates me to make healthier food decisions. My Approach to Meal Planning Every time I get out … Read more
Anyone following a fitness routine will know how important it is to maintain their schedule, especially when traveling for business or on vacation. So when it comes to booking a hotel, the fitness facilities should be high on the criteria. Unfortunately, most hotel booking websites tell you only if there will be a fitness center … Read more