Try this tasty green protein smoothie from MyFitnessPal Ingredients 2 cups (60g) baby spinach, lightly packed 1 cup (240ml) water 1 1/2 (225g) cups pineapple chunks, frozen 1/2 small banana, frozen 1/2 cup (122g) 2% Greek yogurt 2 teaspoons honey Directions Puree spinach and water in a high-power blender. Add frozen […]
MEDITERRANEAN DIET PYRAMID Ranked as the #1 diet in the country in 2018, try implementing the fresh and delicious foods from countries around the Mediterranean to your diet. Here is the order of diet categories moving up the Mediterranean diet pyramid. Physical activity and social connections emphasized at the foundation of the pyramid. […]
Implementing healthy eating habits can be a challenge. Keep these four easy eating tips in mind to help you lose fat, build muscle, and improve your overall health. Boost your protein with omega-3s – Along with lean meats consider fish as a healthy protein. Fish contain omega-3 fatty acids linked to improved heart, […]
Switch up your daily meal routine with these six tasty lunch ideas. Chili-Spiced Salmon Salad Canned salmon, avocado, grapefruit sections, onions, beets, and pistachios over a bed of Bibb lettuce. 283 calories Berry Goat-Cheese Salad Toss a chicken breast with strawberries, blueberries, pecans, tomatoes, goat cheese crumbles and spinach. Frozen berries will work […]
Exercise is an important part of leading a healthy life. However, rest days are equally important. Not only do you need time to recover from workouts, but rest helps builds muscle. According to Elaine Choung-Hee Lee, Ph.D., associate director of the Human Performance Laboratory at the University of Connecticut, “working out causes microscopic tears in […]
Summer is here and it’s time to enjoy the outdoors and take your long-awaited vacation. You don’t have to derail your fitness goals while enjoying your vacation. Use these tips to keep your fitness routine on track: Book a Hotel with a Fitness Center or Gym Nearby An easy way to motivate yourself […]
Healthy Tips for Memorial Day Here are healthy tips as you prepare for your Memorial Day celebration: Don’t Run on Empty If you’re attending a party or BBQ this holiday, have a snack before you attend. This will help curb your appetite and prevent you from overindulging in party foods. Find Fun Ways […]
Boost Your Heart Health during American Heart Month February is American Heart Month. No matter your age, making smart choices now will support a lifetime of health. Make a commitment this month to learn about healthy lifestyle habits for a healthy heart. Here are four tips to boost your heart health and help prevent heart […]
Easy Post Turkey Day Weight Loss Tips The day after Thanksgiving you’ll want to burn off those extra calories. Here are some easy post turkey day weight loss tips to keep you on track with your health and fitness goals. Group Exercise Classes Whether it’s yoga, Zumba®, HIIT, or an aqua class, an easy way […]
Thanksgiving Recipe: Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes Try this tasty alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Courtesy of detoxinista.com, this simple and tasty recipe will be a great addition to your Thanksgiving dinner. Ingredients Medium-sized head of cauliflower, chopped into florets (about 1 1/2 lbs.) 3 roasted garlic cloves 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 1 teaspoon fresh chives, […]
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