The Weight Loss Pyramid When someone sets out on a weight loss journey, they typically assume that they need to ramp up their exercise and eat better. These two things are important but they are not equal… and there are a variety of things to consider. This of it as a pyramid and diet is …
Having good rest periods in your workout routine – not just your 24 hour rest day, but an actual week-long rest period – can be key to your overall health and fitness. Sounds counterproductive, doesn’t it? How can NOT working out be good for you? Our bodies are complex and working out typically puts your …
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Stress itself is not a bad thing – but too much stress can be. Good stress is typically for a short period of time, infrequent, part of a positive life experience, pushes you out of your comfort zone and helps you to learn, grow and get stronger — leaving you better off than you were …
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You Don’t Have To Eat A Lot Less And Exercise A Lot More To Lose Weight It is true that you need to create a calorie deficit to lose weight. It is also true that eating less and exercising more are two ways to create that calorie deficit. But trying to do both simultaneously is …
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3 Hormones That Can Influence Your Weight It can be incredibly frustrating and discouraging to not see the scale budge when trying to lose weight OR to lose weight and then regain it all back. Diet and exercise are two of the biggest influencers of weight loss/maintenance, but there are a variety of other factors …
We are often our own biggest critics. Especially when it comes to our bodies. Having a healthy body image means that you feel comfortable with how your body looks. While working on health and fitness goals, your body might not be exactly where you want it to be at this moment – but it is …
Life is full of changing seasons. The same things that are most important to us have most likely changed from the time that we were 8, teenagers, in our twenties, thirties, etc. Each chapter of life brings new abilities, challenges and priorities. And the same is true for your body and your goals! Having the …
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The glute (or buttox) muscles are composed of three muscles: the gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus. The gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in your body. These muscles are primarily responsible for stability, balance, posture, hip and leg movement, and power. When we think of the gluteus maximus powerhouse, there are two main components to …
So we all know that water is good for us, and everyone talks about getting in at least 3.5L per day. But why? What does water really do for us? DEHYDRATION: Can affect your mood, causing you to feel irritable or ‘grumpy’ Can make you more sensitive to pain Can cause the central nervous system …
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