One of the simplest action steps you could take to dramatically improve your overall health is to replace anything you drink with water or no-calorie options. If people committed to this and changed nothing else, most of their health metrics would improve significantly. Many people wonder why they can’t seem to lose any weight when…
Happiness is an important component to overall health, so an understanding of how to manipulate our biology to boost our happiness is an awesome life hack. The role and functions of dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins control our mood, behavior, and overall well-being. Each of these chemical messengers are neurotransmitters that play crucial roles in…
Maintaining high energy levels is crucial for optimal performance and overall well-being at work, home or play. Whether you need energy to face a demanding workday, complete a rigorous workout session, keep up with your kids, or just want to play golf or your favorite sport, having enough energy can make a significant difference. Do…
Heart health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, and the American Heart Association (AHA) stands at the forefront of providing comprehensive guidelines for maintaining optimal cardiovascular health. 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…
In the quest for a good night’s sleep, the 3-2-1 approach provides a straightforward yet powerful strategy to enhance sleep quality. This method breaks down the hours leading up to bedtime, focusing on specific restrictions to create an optimal sleep environment. By restricting food three hours before bed, refraining from water two hours before, and…
Protein is a critical component of a balanced diet, playing a vital role in the growth, repair, and maintenance of various tissues in the human body. As we age, protein intake is essential to preserve muscle tissue and to assure optimal functioning of organs and our hormonal system. Insufficient protein consumption can lead to muscle…
During this past weekend, we celebrated our 24th anniversary at NW Personal Training. As part of the festivities, we did a 24 question Fitness Trivia game. Let’s see how you do and whether you’ve absorbed any of the Shape Up with Sherri blog content over the years. Don’t forget to sign up under “Weekly Fitness…
Many of you have set intentions for a healthier 2024 and yet, here we are only a couple weeks in and our plans are already being sabotaged with snow, ice storms, school closures and gyms having to close due to the nasty weather. It’s very easy to return back to old habits and behaviors and…
How does one decide which approach to healthy nutrition they should adopt? Some swear by a vegan or vegetarian approach to promote overall health. Others are convinced that a carnivore approach is necessary to preserve and grow muscle. Intermittent fasting is another approach while others eat every 3-4 hours throughout the entire day. How about…
In the quest for a healthier and more fulfilling life, adopting simple habits can be life changing. Here Is A List of 24 Health Habits That You Can Adopt As You Launch Into 2024 Feel free to focus on just one habit, a few, or many. Some days you may focus on one health habit…
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