Exercise is incredibly beneficial to the body, as health experts assert that it can help prevent various illnesses and help the body perform at optimal level.* You’ll also be more likely to have more energy and just feel better when you exercise regularly. Even moderate exercise, like walking, can make a difference in your mobility […]
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Tips for Weight Loss Over 40
Weight loss can be one of the most challenging endeavors for women, no matter what their age. However, there is something about surpassing the age of 40 that makes what would normally feel like a challenge seem downright impossible. There are a number of factors at play after 40 – a slower metabolism, busier daily […]
Black Friday Fitness Deals on Amazon
So many people are looking for great Black Friday Deals to save some cash, but you can also find deals that will help you with your fitness and weight release goals. Fitness equipment, workout clothes, blenders, fitness trackers and more are on sale for great prices. Here are some examples from Amazon.com: (Some of these […]
5 Tips for Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain
For many people, the holiday season is the high point of their year. However, some people tend to dread the thought of holidays coming because they more likely to gain some weight during the holidays. Not giving in to the temptation of limitless wining and dining during the holiday season can require a tremendous amount of willpower. Since holidays […]
Moderation and Portion Control: The Art of Balance
Often, we consider a portion to be whatever seems reasonable to us personally, or whatever is arbitrarily placed in a package. We tend to define moderation as what we perceive to be an occasional treat or indulgence. But how conducive are those self-created concepts to weight loss and weight maintenance? Although the majority of Americans […]
7 Ways to Love Yourself More
A lot of people struggle with feeling like they genuinely really love themselves. Yes, many people tend to view their flaws or defects over their positive characteristics most of the time. When is the last time you looked in the mirror, looked directly into your own eyes, and said, “I love you!?” When is the last […]
The Main Reason Why Smoothies Can Help With Weight Loss
The number one reason you should drink smoothies: They are an easy way to add more nutrients to your daily diet; Vitamins, Antioxidants, Potassium, Fiber, etc. By and large, Americans eat too much processed food that has very little nutritional value. When we talk about weight loss, we always stress balanced, healthy eating and eating […]
6 Common Weight Loss Lies
The world of health and fitness can be complicated. Sifting through various workout regimens and diets, all promising results, gets exhausting. On top of that, it doesn’t help that everyone has their own opinions on the best way to lose weight. Ask 5 different people the best way to lose weight and you’ll get 5 […]
The Benefits of Flaxseeds
Flaxseed, also known as linseed, is a plant grown for food and fiber. You can often find them in the bulk section of your local supermarkets, in health food stores or online. Flaxseed generally comes in whole and ground versions as well as brown or yellow (golden). Be warned that whole flaxseeds will pass through […]
6 Reasons You Aren’t Losing Belly Fat
Spare tire, love handles, muffin top, pot belly- these are just a few of the funny names given to abdominal fat. Abdominal fat isn’t a laughing matter, however. Being overweight and having too much fat is of course not good for your health but abdominal fat can severely affect your health. (more on that topic) The […]