Weight Management
If you are struggling with your weight, you may find that a healthy eating plan and regular physical activity help you lose weight and keep it off over the long term.
Get healthy eating resources and physical activity tips here to help you lose weight and keep it off.
The Mediterranean Diet: The Best Diet Pattern for a Long-Term Healthy Lifestyle
Here are a few studies that highlight the benefits of the Mediterranean diet: Estruch, R., et al. (2013). Primary prevention of cardiovascular disease with a Mediterranean diet. The New England Journal of Medicine, 368(14), 1279-1290. This landmark study showed that following a Mediterranean diet supplemented with ext ...
Found in: Active Healthy Aging • Health Conditions • Healthy Behavior Change • Weight Management
Gym in a Bag Travel Workout with Bands
Use the Gym In a Bag. For each exercise, 8-12 repetitions improves strength and power, 10-15 repetitions improve strength in middle-age and older persons starting exercise, and 15-20 repetitions improve muscular endurance. I suggest trying this at home first before your trip so that you are familiar with how to do t ...
Found in: Active Healthy Aging • Fitness • Healthy Boat Living • Weight Management
Cardio Xiser Portable Stepper Machine
It folds to a flat 4-inch piece of metal for easy storage or portability. I like the Pro model since the commercial stepper is designed to handle more work and more heat. It can handle as much work as any athlete can produce! The way the hydraulic system is made in Xiser products is totally different from other ...
Found in: Active Healthy Aging • Fitness • Hiking and Mountaineering • Weight Management
How To Track Saturated Fat and Fiber on MyFitnessPal (MFP) and Why It is Important For your Health
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Whey Protein vs Collagen: Which is Best for Muscle Growth
Collagen and Muscle Building (Meta-Analysis): Bischof K, Moitzi AM, Stafilidis S, König D. Impact of Collagen Peptide Supplementation in Combination with Long-Term Physical Training on Strength, Musculotendinous Remodeling, Functional Recovery, and Body Composition in Healthy Adults: A Systematic Review with Meta-an ...
Found in: Active Healthy Aging • Nutrition • Supplements • Weight Management
Interval training is a great way to burn more calories in a given workout time compared to steady state cardio training. These calorie burning intervals can be done running, on the treadmill, on the elliptical, or biking. For my local friends, Duthie Hill Bike Park is a favorite of mine for biking! Have on ...
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The Ultimate Guide to Healthy Homemade Popcorn
Here are some reasons why popcorn is often seen as a healthier snack option: Whole grain: Popcorn is made from whole grains, which means it retains its bran, germ, and endosperm. Whole grains provide essential nutrients like fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Fiber promotes healthy digestion, helps control bloo ...
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How To Minimize Holiday Weight Gain
Many will fall into the trap of gaining holiday pounds over the next several weeks, only to be faced with a belly of blubber that must be worked off in January. With a little thought and planning, YOU can avoid that cycle and start January ahead of the pack! Here are 5 tips to stay on track this holiday season. 1. & ...
Found in: Food • Healthy Behavior Change • Weight Management
Things to consider before starting a weight-loss program
Because losing weight requires a lot of focus and mental and physical energy, you can't just plunge in. You need to make a commitment and prepare yourself. Part of that preparation is determining whether now is the right time. It's OK if it's not. Your success depends on your readiness to take this challenge on. ...
Found in: Mindset • Weight Management
Successful Weight Loss: Lose Fat and Gain Muscle
With optimal diet and exercise programming, you can lose weight and keep it off like this client of mine did. To see her success story go here. For the best weight loss results, follow a personalized program that teaches skills and techniques to make permanent changes in eating habits, with food choices that are fl ...
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It's wonderful to see Rachel thriving! Her commitment to regular exercise and a balanced diet, inspired by my advice, is truly paying off. She's looking and feeling amazing! Rachel is making great progress on her fitness journey. By consistently following her workout regimen and nutrition plan, she's not only ...
Found in: Fitness • Food • Success Stories • Weight Management
Success Story: Peggy 25 Pound Loss in 7 Months!
Look at Peggy in action! She is now proficient in using the TRX, due to her increased strength and decreased body weight. The TRX is very challenging, works muscles and pushes your strength in unique ways and takes your body to the limit. No matter what exercise you do, it almost certainly works the core. I recommend the TR ...
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