Natural sugar vs. added sugar? Is one better than the other? Or is less sugar always the better path? Our bodies, more so our brains, actually need sugar to survive. So, is it okay to have any sugar as long as it is in moderation or should you stay completely...
The 411 on Working Out on Your Period
It’s that time of the month, and the cramps, bloating, and mood swings have set in. You want to work out, but the lack of motivation and the fatigue says otherwise. “Do you continue working out on your period as if Aunt Flo never came, or take a rest day?”...
What Happens to Your Face When You Wear Makeup During a Workout?
After a long day, the last thing I want to do is wash my makeup off because well that just takes too much time!! How many of you are like me? So, when you are ready for your workout the next day, that same makeup can be seen washing away...
What is Maca and How Can It Help You Lose Weight?
“You may have seen maca crop up at a local coffee shop or as an add-in at a smoothie bar, but this trendy superfood isn’t new.” Maca is the root of a vegetable native to the Andes region of Peru. Maca root is thousands of years old and has been...
Transformation Tuesday
Transformation Tuesday… Congratulations to Christy Cornell who lost 47 lbs. in 11 months with Barre Blend, MBF, 9 Week Control Freak, Job 1, Transform 20, 2B Mindset, and Beachbody Performance Energize + Recover. “Elise is amazing!! I feel like I know her and that she really cares about me! 2B...
How to Say No to Unhealthy Foods
It takes a lot of willpower to stay on track with healthy eating especially during the holidays. Whether you’ve decided to eat healthier or have limited the types of foods you are eating, your choice on what you put or don’t put into your mouth should be respected. If you...
Cherry Chocolate Cheesecake Shakeology
Cherry Chocolate Cheesecake Shake is just the amount of “sweets” to satisfy any craving!! Ingredients: 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 cup ice 1 scoop Chocolate Shakeology ½ cup frozen cherries ¼ cup part-skim ricotta Instructions: Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Fitspiration Friday
Fitspiration Friday… Congratulations to Katie B. who lost 28lbs. in 13 months with LIIFT4, Power 90, P90X, P90X3, 21 Day Fix, 21 Day Fix Real Time, 21 Day Fix Extreme, MBF/A, 9 Week Control Freak, 80 Day Obsession, 4 Weeks of the Prep, 6 Weeks of the Work, Barre Blend,...
Treat Yourself With These 10 Low-Glycemic Fruits
Have you ever “felt ??the crash that inevitably comes after eating too much sugar”? Especially after a holiday like Halloween when the house is filled with candy, sugar intake may be more than usual. Unfortunately lots of foods also have high amounts of sugar in them so one may refer...
Why Is Your Shoulder Popping, Clicking, or Cracking?
“Snap, crackle, pop is something you want to hear from your breakfast, not your shoulders.” Whether you are experiencing pain in the shoulders or some body cracking, it’s a good idea to get your shoulder checked out by a medical professional. There are many reasons why your shoulder could be...