Posts Tagged ‘fitness goals’
Staying Fit During the Holidays
‘Tis the season! If you’re anything like me, as soon as the Christmas decorations start popping up around town, and Black Friday ads start creeping into your inbox, it’s impossible to focus on anything other than the holidays. And why would you want to? The most glorious, decadent, calorie-packed food (bring on the stuffing, pumpkin […]
Fight the Flame! The Benefits of an Anti-Inflammatory Diet
You’ve noticed that something is off. Your energy is lower than normal, you have a hard to sleeping every night and your appetite is pretty much non-existent. With symptoms so vague, it may be hard to put your finger on the problem. First and foremost, consult your physician anytime you are experiencing significant changes in […]
This time of year you will notice that grocery stores and farmers markets here in North Carolina are packed with local root vegetables, pomegranates, sweet potatoes and that popular holiday staple: roasted Brussels sprouts. If the thought of trying another Brussels sprout gives you nightmarish flashbacks to childhood when you were forced to choke them […]
In a never-ending sea of sophisticated gym equipment, smart bikes and computerized home workout options, there’s one thing we tend to overlook: the transformative power of a good old-fashioned high- intensity interval training cardio workout (HIIT). If you have yet to try it for yourself, now is the time! They are fast, efficient, get your […]
Drinking from the Fountain of Youth
One of the most heavily debated topics among personal trainers, nutritionists and beauty experts is the use of supplemental powders. Do I really need protein powder before an intense workout? Is this grassy, green powder I’m gulping down going to actually make me healthier? And the ever-popular, Will this collagen powder make me look younger? […]
When I was growing up, I can recall watching my parents begrudgingly stir up and gulp down the murky sludge called Metamucil, all for the greater good of increasing their fiber intake. “NEVER will I do that!!”I thought to myself. “What is wrong with them?” Fast-forward 30 years, and here I am, starting to wonder […]
It’s virtually impossible to scroll through social media these days and not see a celebrity or blogger endorsing the seemingly life-changing drink, celery juice. From Gwyneth Paltrow to Kim Kardashian, everyone seems to be singing the praises of this single-ingredient early morning beverage. So what’s the deal? “Medical Medium Celery Juice: The Most Powerful Medicine […]
How to Self-Motivate When You’re Just too Lazy to Exercise
I’ll be the first to admit it. I’ve gone through seasons in my life where I just “didn’t feel” like exercising. I can distinctly remember periods where I just didn’t care enough to get my butt in gear and put in the work it takes to truly see change. In Wilmington, we generally have enough […]
Happy Feet: How Great Footwear Can Affect Your Health
Flip flops for $2? Stylish fall boots for $29.99 plus free shipping? Who can resist? Ladies, we can all agree that it’s virtually impossible to avoid targeted social media ads bombarding us with cheap deals on trendy—but poorly made—footwear. As fast fashion continues to rise (and unemployment is still higher than it should be) it’s […]
A Beginner’s Guide to Selecting the Perfect Yoga Mat
With an average of 220 warm sunny days a year, it’s no surprise that so many Wilmington residents prefer to exercise in the great outdoors. And the mild temps and low humidity this time of year make outdoor yoga the perfect new addition to your current fitness routine. If you’ve always been curious about practicing […]
