Fitness + Food + Healthy Lifestyle
I think you will agree with me when I say that us women feel best about ourselves when we take care of our bodies: manicures, haircuts, eating healthy foods and wearing nice clothes. But what’s the best way to feel great about yourself as a woman in the gym?
Do you feel tired or cold or think you’ve gained weight? Does your digestion seem a bit more “sluggish” lately? Are you convinced your metabolism is slower? Why does this happen? Why does a person’s metabolic rate slow down?
This word “metabolism” is thrown around a lot these days. You know that if yours is too slow you might gain weight. But what exactly does this all mean? Well, technically “metabolism” is the word to describe all of the biochemical reactions in your body. It’s how you take in nutrients and oxygen and use […]
I’m certainly no stranger to the occasional urge to dive into a bag of my favorite chips, rip open a chocolate bar, or go through the drive-thru window. I’ll bet you’re no stranger to binges either. Occasional indulgences aren’t anything to be overly alarmed about. However, if you find yourself licking the remnants of these […]
With back to school and cooler temperatures, fall is always the time of year when focusing on your health seems to be put on the back burner. You don’t have to let this busy time of year take the wind out of your sails though. There are certain things you can do to have a […]
What you eat can affect many areas of your health from your mood to how well you sleep. As you’ll see in this article, your body needs a wide range of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals to keep you in great physical and mental condition, so it’s important to nourish it with the right foods and […]
Why You Want to Be Like CrossFit Athlete Nick Sarruda | Read about CrossFit superstar Nick Sarruda, who at the age of 23 is not only a CrossFit Athlete and Coach, but also co-owner of CrossFit South Shore. Learn why you want to be like Nick as he shares some essential tips to up your […]
Sleep is one of the best things you can do from a self-care perspective. Unfortunately, because of all the things we women do and the busy lifestyles we lead, sleep is also one of the things we tend to neglect. You’ve probably heard the recommendation: eight hours of shut-eye is the right amount of sleep […]
Losing Weight After 30 Doesn’t Have To Be Hard | There are things you can do to keep your tummy trim & stay within a healthy weight range. Read about how to avoid these 6 sneaky triggers that play a big part in weight gain.
Don’t fall back on the standard necktie or dress shirt. Get him something he can use to up his activity level or support his health and fitness goals. I asked several dads and non-dads what they would want for Father’s Day and put together this father’s day gift guide for the active dad based on their suggestions.
