The preview of the new 6 Weeks of THE WORK program from Amoila Cesar officially launched last week and that also means the 6 Weeks of THE WORK Workout Calendar is available! The 6 Weeks of THE WORK workout calendar is pretty straight-forward; 5 workout days (45 minutes each), 1 active repair day (20-25 minutes), […]
Strong muscles are important to your health and wellbeing. They allow you to perform daily activities, such as carrying groceries and lifting objects, without becoming fatigued. Low back pain and other muscle and skeletal injuries become less likely. In addition, people who maintain or increase their muscle mass throughout the years have an easier time […]
Stir-fried chicken turns Cajun-spiced beans and rice into a satisfying one-bowl meal, ready in 20 minutes. Ingredients 10 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 medium green sweet pepper, coarsely chopped (3/4 cup) 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 15-ounce can no-salt-added red beans, rinsed and drained 1 container ready-to-serve cooked brown rice […]
Staying active and fit is way more fun when you join forces with another person focused on similar goals; it’s also more likely to happen, day after day, week after week. Meeting up to work out is a smart way to increase your odds of fitness success; the encouragement you and your workout partner get […]
I get it, you have said to yourself; “I want to lose weight!” and you have started taking steps in the right direction to begin that process. After a couple of weeks of progress, you may find yourself in a situation where you look down at the scale and it just simply isn’t budging. You […]
The preview of the new LIIFT4 program from Joel Freeman officially launched this week and that also means the LIIFT4 Workout Calendar is available! TheLIIFT4 workout calendar is pretty straight-forward; 4 workout days, 3 rest days over the course of a week. I have had a chance to sample these workouts and they are really […]
Strong Core – What’s the Secret? Just about everyone want to have a great looking set of abs right? Well, great looking abs don’t always necessarily equal a strong core! Your core is constantly at work, so it is actually a pretty strong muscle already, but if you want to do more than just breathe and […]
Coffee Beans The specific type (blend/roast) of coffee beans that you choose is entirely a personal preference choice. A lot of factors go into the beans that you purchase; as such, each bag of beans, each cup brewed from that bag of beans can result in a slightly different taste. You may have a completely […]
Packed with pasta, shrimp and vegetables, this easy recipe is a complete meal. Ingredients 12 ounces of whole-wheat linguine 4 tablespoons of olive oil, divided 1/3 cup of fresh lemon juice, plus 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1/2 teaspoon of salt 1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper 1 1/2 pounds of peeled and deveined shrimp 1 […]
1. You are eating more calories than you think. When you break down the goal of weight loss, it comes down to a very basic principal; burn more calories that you consume. That’s it! If you are eating more calories than you expend over the course of a day, YOU WILL GAIN WEIGHT! Of course, […]
Like the crunch of fried fish but don’t want the extra mess or prep-time? Try baking it with this dynamic mix of spices and breadcrumbs for a quick and appetizing dinner. Ingredients 4 5-ounce of fresh or frozen white fish fillets, such as tilapia, cod or flounder 2 tablespoons of Dijon-style honey mustard 1/4 cup […]
Back in late December/early January, towards the end of several days of vacation, I came down with a bit of a cold. Initially, I didn’t think it was a severe cold. It definitely was not the flu, just your run of the mill common cold; so I kind of just powered through it. I continued hitting […]
Struggling to Find the Desire to Workout? Let’s face it, every now and then even the most consistent and committed individuals can wake up and find themselves with little or no desire to workout that day. I am certainly no exception to that. There have been days that after my alarm goes off and I […]
In this healthy fettuccine Alfredo recipe, the sauce for this classic pasta dish gets a makeover, using yogurt. Although we like to toss this creamy pasta sauce with fettuccine, any whole-wheat pasta can be used. To up the protein level, top with grilled chicken! Ingredients 8 ounces of whole-wheat fettuccine 1 tablespoon of butter 1 […]
As many people struggle with managing their weight, it is no coincidence that portion sizes have increased steadily over the past 30 years. Most portions served in restaurants, fast food establishments and at home are two to five times larger than they were in the past. And, it’s easy to just “clean your plate” without […]
So…what to get that fitness junkie on your list? Or maybe you know someone that simply wants to get started, but hasn’t yet taken the leap? Perhaps, it is you who want to add something into your healthy and fit lifestyle, but aren’t quite sure what you want? Regardless of reason you may be shopping […]
You already know that vegetables are an important part of your nutrition and yet, despite that you barely include them in your daily meals or avoid them altogether. I get it…you aren’t a big fan of vegetables… In fact, you may actually hate them with a passion. Your hatred is forgiven. To be perfectly honest, […]
Often times, as human beings, we don’t take a step back and appreciate our own accomplishments. This is especially true when those accomplishments aren’t all that glamorous or “sexy”. But, if you are just getting started on your fitness path or have struggled with consistency and you are looking for ways to get yourself back […]
Infographic – Do I Workout Today? This is a great infographic for anyone who is on the fence today! What was your workout today? Share in the comment section below.
Poppy seeds add a bit of flavor and texture to these low-fat muffins. Enjoy them at breakfast, try them as a post-workout snack or for dessert. Ingredients 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour 1/2 cup of granulated sugar 1 tablespoon of poppy seeds 1 tablespoon of finely shredded lemon peel 2 teaspoons of baking powder […]
