Whether you’re looking to make the move to a vegetarian or vegan diet, or just looking to add more plant-based foods into your diet that also may include animal-based proteins - we can all benefit from eating more plants. We get vitamins, minerals, fiber, and other nutrients from plant-based foods and research shows diets rich in these foods improves cardiovascular … [Read more...]
Top 3 Workout Tips for Women
Simply starting a new TV show is hard enough. How can someone possibly be expected to start a new fitness routine? Well, just like a friend suggesting you should “give the show a chance,” we have the same recommendation for working out. After the initial shock to your system, you’ll be well on your way to a healthier, happier you. The benefits of working out Working out can … [Read more...]
Build Your Body 4-Week Challenge: Week 4 Tips for Kcal Chipper
Week 4 Tips Beginners - Make sure you’re going at a pace that you can sustain. A lot of times with these sorts of competitions, we come out too hot then don’t leave enough in the tank for the final minutes. Try not to get too tense as that will make your muscles fatigue out more quickly. Intermediate - You’re going to have a way more in the reserve. Play to your strengths in … [Read more...]
Build Your Body 4-Week Challenge: Week 2 Tips for the Upper Body Burner
Week 2 Tips Beginners - Forging the mind to muscle connection may be a challenge in and of itself. So start light and focus on making your motions intentional. Intermediate - You have a pretty good grasp on the muscles your intending to train. So with that understanding of targeted muscle, let’s make every rep count. Advanced - Form and a focus are the least of your … [Read more...]
Build Your Body 4-Week Challenge: Week 3 Tips for 8-Minute Metcon
Week 3 Tips Beginners - Keep it light, especially if you're new to kettlebell training. The first couple rounds might feel easy, but don't underestimate the power of even lightest set of KBs after you've got a couple rounds under your belt and your HR is steadily increasing. Intermediate - Grip the bells just tightly enough; don't death grip them. Gripping the bells too … [Read more...]
