3 Simple Ways To Reduce Stress
The first simple way to reduce stress is through laughter.Laughter is scientifically proven to lower cortisol, adrenaline, and epinephrine levels which exacerbate feelings of stress. Additionally, it causes the body...
Maintenance Calories = The Anti-Diet...TRY IT!
For the sake of today's discussion, I will refer to a diet as a reduction or increase in calories for the goal of weight change which makes eating exactly how...
Chipotle Lawsuit : The 300 Calorie Scandal
Alright, now that you've digested the gist of the story what are your thoughts? Here are my thoughts. As a fitness enthusiast, I accept nutritional facts as a general guide...
Do You Exercise Before Bed?
Getting adequate sleep is a pillar of health and fitness and I've talked about how a lack of sleep and weight gain go hand in hand. Therefore for many reasons,...
Sleep Your Way to Your Goal Body
First, familiarize yourself with the word Ghrelin [ ghre·lin]. Ghrelin is commonly referred to as the "hunger hormone" and it regulates your appetite. When your stomach is empty, your body...
Use A Heart Rate Monitor Watch For Anxiety
Breathing exercises are a proven natural way to help relieve stress and anxiety. However, you may not begin your breathing exercises until your attack is well underway. If you are...
Yoga for Sciatica : 8 Poses That Prevent Back Pain
Sciatica is characterized as nerve pain that travels one side of the body which is generally caused by a herniated disc in the spine. (1) It affects men more often...
A No Mess Lower Body Workout During Your Period
The only workout that gives me high anxiety during "that time of the month" is a leg workout. I'm not particularly concerned about the cramps because the endorphins from a...
Don't Just Exercise For Abs... EAT For Abs!
The truth is, you don't need to "get" abs because you already have them. They're there, and they always have been, they're just hidden. Still, loads of women every day...
You May Be a Sugar Addict If....
You feel you need to sneak to eat your snacks. You always have a justification. "I worked out really hard yesterday..." "There was only a little bit left..." Your portion...