For years, fat in food has freaked people out. Take a stroll through the grocery store aisles and see just how many “fat free” and “low fat” labels there are. Lots! The truth is, not all fat is bad. In fact when it comes to avocados, fat is good. Avocados are fruits (yes...not a typo) heavy in monounsaturated fat. According to the American Heart Association, this kind of fat … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2014
10 Steps to Feeling Amazing About Your Body
Do you stare in the mirror every morning looking at every body part feeling miserable? Do you jump on the scales every day and instantly feel let down by the number that pops up? Do you compare yourself to the other girls in the office? You are not alone. This routine is happening amongst many women every single day, and quite frankly it must stop. This repeated behaviour … [Read more...]
6 Tips for Smarter Snacking
Many nutritionists recommend eating five to six smaller meals throughout the day instead of the traditional three big meals. Doing so is said to help boost your metabolism and aid in curbing hunger, allowing you to make better food choices. Adding snacks definitely has its benefits; however, if you’re not snacking correctly, you could be doing more harm than good. Next time you … [Read more...]
6 Signs You Should Hire a Trainer
You’ve joined a gym, bought sneakers that make you look really fast, and added a whole collection of cute workout clothing to your wardrobe. So why aren’t you in better shape? Despite your best intentions to get back on the fat-burning bandwagon, the reality is that you simply might need a little more assistance toward meeting your goals. Think of it like filing your taxes. If … [Read more...]
Fitness Made March Madness Style
It’s March Madness--a month filled with buzzer-beating games from the NCAA college basketball tournament. As the Sweet 16, Final Four, and Cinderella teams are ramping up for this major spring sporting event, basketball fever is in the air. Whether you’re working on your brackets or could give a rip about b-ball, March Madness offers amazing motivation for your own workout … [Read more...]