We’ve been told eating smaller meals and snacks more regularly throughout the day is the best way to eat for weight loss. In contrast, more people are adopting an intermittent fasting approach to health and weight loss. So, what are we to believe? Michelle Alencar, PHD in Nutrition and Fabio Comana, MA, MS in Exercise…
Spring is almost here and that means we can look forward to longer days and warmer weather. We’ll often experience a surge of energy and many of us will start dusting off our golf clubs, tennis racquets, hiking boots and bikes. If you’ve been dormant all winter, it’s important to spend some time making sure…
Regularly high spikes in your blood sugar levels can significantly impact your health. High blood sugar has been associated with increased inflammation, aches and pain, weight gain, poor circulation and more alarming, a higher risk for heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, vision loss, nerve damage, and various other health issues. Speak to your physician if…
Strong hips are important for the strength of your knees and back. Science also supports that cardiovascular exercise is critical for the health of your heart. For those of you who are busy and need to multi-task your workouts, it’s helpful to know that you can strengthen your heart, burn body fat, and tone the…
Consider These Statistics One in three adults over the age of 65 will fall at least once a year. More than 95% of hip fractures are caused by falling. A fractured hip is life changing with the majority never returning to former levels of independence and physical activity. Falls are the leading cause of injury…
February is Heart Health month so it’s a great opportunity to discuss the things you can do to improve the health of your heart. First, it’s important to recognize that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death globally. In the USA, 1 in 5 deaths every year are related to cardiovascular disease. The top…
A new 2023 study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that only 28% of Americans are getting the recommended amount of daily physical activity. That’s less than 1/3 of us! The recommended benchmarks by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is to spend at least 150 minutes per week…
The good news is we are living longer than our ancestors. The bad news is if you don’t do something now to age well, your later years could be spent navigating many health issues. Here’s 10 things to do to assure you age with good health, strength, mobility, and energy. 1 – Strength Most physiologists…
As a fitness trainer, we often focus on what you should be doing to improve your overall health. Here’s a list of what you should NOT be doing if your goal is optimal fitness and conditioning! 1 – Don’t focus on cardio When people initiate a health and fitness program, they often start with cardio….
When it comes to resistance training, technique is king. It’s important to stress quality in your movements versus quantity so it’s helpful to have a basic understanding of mechanics to assure you are getting the most out of our workouts. Reps performed with poor technique will get you nowhere! Resistance Training Techniques Alignment Before you…
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