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BY KEVIN GRAY High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a popular form of exercise that alternates short periods of intense exercise with periods of recovery. It offers many benefits, from improving your cardiovascular health, endurance and overall fitness level to burning more fat and calories per minute than steady-state exercises like jogging or cycling. This means youContinue reading “Two Fat-Burning HIIT Workouts For Beginners”

Q: What is the purpose of waist beads? A: History You may have grown up around women that decorated their waists with beads made from seeds, glass beads, or crystals; perhaps you’ve seen one of your favorite influencers decoratively wearing beads around their waist too. From giving you awareness of how much weight you haveContinue reading “FAQs On Waist Beads”

BY SHANA VERSTEGEN Your “core” is much more complex than the infamous “six-pack abs” which refer to the muscle group known as the rectus abdominis. Dozens of muscles make up the core musculature, which has three-dimensional depth and creates or resists movement in all planes of motion. Proper core strength and function can contribute to:Continue reading “Your Quick and Easy 1-Week Core Workout Guide”

By: Ethan Bowman The holidays are OVER! Your body is puffy and bloated. Your joints are achy. Your clothes feel tight.  Let’s quickly get you back on the fitness fast track.  1) It’s Over. Draw a line in the sand. The bad eating stops now. 2) Hydrate. The only way to restore balance is to get hydratedContinue reading “Recover Time”

By Coach Sam Eating in moderation sounds simple enough in concept — eat only until you feel satisfied. Despite its simplicity, many individuals (possibly even you) struggle to keep their calorie intake moderate, especially when they’re around delicious, indulgent foods like pizza, pasta, and sweets. Now, some diet “experts” will tell you that you shouldContinue reading “5 Strategies For Eating in Moderation”

BY BRITTANY RISHER Our relationship with food can be very complex, especially if we struggle with body image issues. Guilt and shame are two emotions sometimes linked to food that can result in negative eating habits. Although the two are similar, there are distinctions between them that are important to understand to develop a healthierContinue reading “5 Ways to Overcome Food Guilt”

BY LAUREN KROUSE While the potential health benefits of coffee are well-known — sharper cognition, lower risk of developing chronic conditions like dementia, and Type 2 diabetes, even a longer lifespan — exactly how coffee might affect your weight-loss plan is a little more complicated. As it turns out, scientists are still sorting out the pros and cons of upping your coffeeContinue reading “The Pros and Cons of Drinking Coffee For Weight Loss”

BY SARAH SCHLICHTER, RD Plant-based diets are increasingly popular since they have a host of health benefits, including lowering the risk for illnesses like diabetes, heart attacks and certain cancers. Even a couple days of plant-based eating can help your health and the environment. Unlike a vegan diet, plant-based eating can include foods like eggs and dairy and small amounts of meat. There’s aContinue reading “5 Plant-Based Breakfast Ideas With 25 Grams of Protein”

By: Kevin Gray As we age, our bodies change, so our training and nutritional plans should change, too. When we’re younger, we’re more resilient and better able to compensate for muscle imbalances and for skipping warmups and cooldowns. As we age, smart training becomes more important — not just for feeling good, but also for health and longevity. DuringContinue reading “The Best Workouts For Your 30s, 40s, 50s and Beyond”

By LiveWell Labs Everyone has been there at least once in their lives. You’ve overindulged, and now you feel miserable. While you wish you could take it back, you’re stuck with a yucky feeling from too many treats. The day-after-Halloween candy-hangover is a force to be reckoned with. While you can’t undo your choices, you can takeContinue reading “Your Go-To Cleansing Guide for That Post-Halloween Candy Binge”

BY DANIELLE OMAR, RD Cooking healthy homemade meals that comply with various diets — from low-carb to vegan — doesn’t have to be time consuming. That’s where focusing on just a few ingredients — think lean proteins, fiber-rich veggies and satiating fats — coupled with easy cooking methods such as one-pan roasts and stir-frys comes in handy. These five meals clock in under 360Continue reading “5 Diets and 5 Recipes For 35-Minute Dinners”

BY KEVIN GRAY If you’re trying to lose weight, there are many options that can help you accomplish your goal. But all of them include the tried-and-true combination of diet and exercise. For the former, it’s important to eat a varied diet that’s high in nutrients and tailored to your caloric needs. For the latter, youContinue reading “Walking, Running or Biking: Which Is Best For Weight Loss?”

Eating the same way in your 40s as you did in your 20s? Ignoring your nutritional needs when you’re 60? Not you! Build and maintain your healthiest … Eating Right For Every Stage Of Your Life

By: Ethan Bowman with Rockwall Fit Body Boot Camp Your Reason Your number one reason for exercise is unique to you. Maybe you want to fit into a smaller pant size or lower your cholesterol. Or maybe you just love how a good workout makes you feel.  Whatever your reason is, remind yourself of itContinue reading “Get Fit Newsletter”

By: FitOn It can be incredibly frustrating to dedicate hours to your fitness routine but still not see toned muscles or a dip in the scale like you’d been hoping for. Or, sometimes, we can start a new workout regimen and see results really fast, only to see them slow down drastically or come toContinue reading “Hitting a Serious Fitness Plateau? These Might be the Reasons Why”

Beginning this month, Fresh ‘N Fit will be featuring various trainers, motivators and professionals from around Atlanta to help keep you feeling …Click link below to read full interview! Putting Your Mark On Fitness with Rayan Marks

Factual statements according to the Medical News Today is provided. Please read before listening to my shenanigans. 😬 What is intermittent fasting Intermittent fasting (IF) refers to a diet schedule that cycles between not eating and eating. Cycles of intermittent fasting can be hourly or daily. Types of intermittent fasting There are a number ofContinue reading “Intermittent Fasting Accident…Oops!”

BY KELLY HOGAN, MS, RD If you’re trying to lose weight, it seems to make sense to cut as many calories from your diet as possible. Unfortunately, it’s possible to eat too little, which not only makes it harder for you to achieve a healthy weight, but it can also cause other health problems. In otherContinue reading “5 Signs You’re Eating Too Little For Weight Loss”

By: Ethan Bowman (Body Fit Boot Camp) Want to make your belly fat vanish before your eyes?  Uncomfortable fat around the stomach is one of the most common body frustrations that my new clients complain about.  What’s tough is that losing body fat is a slow and steady process, rather than an instantaneous fix.  However…afterContinue reading “Say Bye-Bye To That Belly Fat”