It's nearly 9 p.m. You've just finished putting the kids to sleep after a long day at work, and would like nothing more than to plop down on the couch with some crackers and cheese, chocolate or a bag of chips (or, in my case,all of the above).
Whether your workout has plateaued or you just want to try something new, you should consider trying a kettlebell. Everyone from professional athletes to Hollywood celebrities are using kettlebells. Stay at home parents, busy executives, the time pressed and budget conscious all find kettlebells are the answer to their fitness needs.
Having fat around the midsection is a very common problem for many overweight individuals. When you've made that decision to drop the extra pounds, you may immediately focus just on your belly fat. How can you get rid of it? While it's definitly good to realize that extra weight around the stomach is a bad sign and should be removed, it's also important to understand there is no such thing as spot reduction. Getting rid of the fat around your midsection can't be done with...
Healthy eating begins with breakfast. Breakfast gives you fuel to start your day and keep you going until lunch. It is often said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, yet it is also the most often missed. Whatever your reason/excuse, start eating breakfast tomorrow!
Working out at home can be challenging. You have a lot of distractions like the phone, TV, The Family, Your Pets, etc… Then again some people can get through all these distractions and commit to a daily at home workout regime. One of the tricks to that is creating a space that is where you feel the most energy and/or the space that you see yourself sweating in…
Drinking enough water seems like a simple task, yet I continue to meet people who aren't drinking enough to meet their needs. It might just be that people don't realize how much they need, or else it is just one of those things we don't think about in our busy lives! Water is important to help control our temperature, aid in digestion, cushion our organs and joints, distribute nutrients throughout our body, and help use remove wastes.
Is your New Year's Resolution to get in shape? If you're in the Edmonton area there's a great new program to help you on your way.
So you're fed up with the extra pounds that are slowing you down. You want to get into shape but don't know where to start. First off, you should always eat properly. In addition to getting proper nutrition, building muscle and a cardio workout will help you reach your weight loss goals.