There are many misconceptions when it comes to walking for exercise. You may think that in order to lose weight, you have to do something “more intense”, which is not always the case. A consistent walking program with the proper time and intensity, coupled with a balanced diet can help you reach your health goals when it comes to weight…
With everything going on in the world right now, we all have a lot of added stress in our lives. We can’t always change the circumstances we are in, but we can learn techniques on how to manage this added stress. Mindfulness can be a great tool to bring moments of peace and clarity to your day. Practicing it…
Exercise is not just about improving your muscle size or aerobic capacity. Sure, exercise can help to improve your physique, slim your waistline, and even add years to your life, but that’s not what motivates most people to stay active. People who exercise regularly tend to do so because it gives them a sense of well-being. Regular exercise can…
Weight Training 101 The first thing to figure out when starting a weight training routine is what type of strength training you’ll be doing. This is dependent on the equipment that’s available to you as well as your goals and personal preference. Almost any type of strength training can be done at home including body weight exercises, dumbbells or barbells.…
It’s helpful to understand what lean body mass is so you can understand how you can go about developing it. Lean body mass includes all the weight due to your muscles, organs and total body water. Lean body mass is also associated with your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) – the amount of calories you burn at rest. The greater amount of…
In today’s world, people are more on the go than ever. Whether it’s just your daily commute or more long term travel, we’re often at the mercy of eating whatever is quick and in reach. This can often lead to grabbing something that is less than nutritious like a fast food burger and fries. But just because you’re traveling or…
Good nutrition is one of the keys to maintaining a healthy body composition. Making changes to your diet can be difficult, but if you start with small changes, you will have a much better chance of success. Below are some tips that will help you get started! 1.Try to make a habit of cooking at home most nights. By cooking…
Body water is an important measure when it comes to a healthy body. A human body can lose body water through the skin via sweat, urine and by breathing. Your water intake should compensate the loss of body water. If the balance is right, you will feel at your best! What is Body Water? Body water is the total amount…
You may think that any weight loss is healthy, but that is not always the case. The truth is that often times when individuals lose weight through diet restriction alone, one quarter of the weight loss can come from muscle loss which slows your metabolism. Because of this, we want to focus on fat loss and muscle gain. Muscle plays…
Want to start exercising but don’t know where to start? Here are 3 tips that can help jumpstart your exercise journey! 1. Find Something You Can Stick With Think through types of exercise you know that you don’t enjoy. If you dread going on a run, try something else. There are countless ways to get exercise and if you enjoy…
