Ingredients 1 (15 oz) can low-sodium cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 large onion, diced (about 1 cup) 2 carrots, diced (about 1/2 cup) 2 stalks celery, diced, (about 1/2 cup) 1 small zucchini, diced (about 1 1/2 cups) 1 clove garlic, minced 1...
When you do cardiovascular exercise on a regular basis, it increases your health in ways that you might not have ever considered. The following graphic from the Cleveland Clinic is excellent for understanding all the potential benefits to doing cardio workouts....
Are you feeling down and out about losing excess weight? Your weight loss journey will likely have many setbacks and short term struggles, but allowing those to change your positive attitude can be destructive to your health. Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight...
Although we could probably come up with 50 or more reasons to go to the gym, we will keep it simple and only list what we think is the most critical and popular reasons to go work out several times a week at your favorite gym. Don't Worry - Be Happy ... Relieves...
Cardio refers to aerobic workouts that focus on your cardiovascular system. The workouts that raise your heart rate, and force you to breath faster and deeper for a period of time. For general good health and fitness, The American College of Sports Medicine and the...
INGREDIENTS 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed1 1/2 teaspoons salt1 1/2 teaspoons pepper1 teaspoon smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg3 tablespoons olive oil2 leeks, cleaned and sliced3 garlic cloves, minced2 carrots, peeled and sliced2 cups...
Will protein help me lose weight? ... Should I eat it at every meal? ... Could too much damage my kidneys? Why protein? Protein is 1 of 3 main macronutrients that makes up all food. The other 2 are fats and carbohydrates. Protein is made up of amino acids. Amino acids...
Running is often viewed upon as an activity that can be damaging to you body.But is that true, especially considering that it improves your cardiovascular fitness? Runners talk about cardiovascular benefits and the freedom that running can bring. Non-runners will talk...
Don't feel wimpy - New studies show that lifting lighter weights with more repetitions can equate to lifting heavier weights with less repetitions. But in order to pull it off, you will need to do enough repetitions with lighter weights so your muscles get just as...
The Mediterranean Diet You may be wondering - “What is the Mediterranean diet?” Or “How can I incorporate this healthy option into my everyday lifestyle?” Well, read on to learn more about how you can start eating healthier, Mediterranean options! Being...
With only the 2 most basic smoothie ingredients, you can make practically any flavor combination of smoothie in the world. Let your imagination run. TOTAL TIMELess than 10 minutes INGREDIENTS2 cups frozen or fresh fruit (any kind)1 cup of your preferred liquid (almond...
It really all depends on what your personal fitness goals are. In most fitness centers today, when you walk in, you will see aerobic equipment (treadmills, stair climbers, etc,) on one side of the gym all grouped together … and all the weight training equipment...
SET REALISTIC GOALS Focus on lifestyle changes and not necessarily weight loss. Simply stopping weight gain is a major accomplishment. Be realistic about losing weight. You didn't gain it in a year - you are not going to lose it in a year, at least not and be healthy....
Let’s face it - Junk food just isn’t healthy. So why does our body call out for it when we smell the aroma of fast food, or pass by a food stall at the mall? Our brains operate on different levels when it comes to food, and what modern day nutritionists...
Why doesn’t everyone lift weights? Until quite recently, there wasn’t enough evidence to prove that strength training and/or working out with weights was supremely beneficial to an average person’s health ... But thank goodness that’s changed! Weight lifting is no...
You may be one of many who are already known to dabble with essential oils when nervous or restless at night—But did you know that throwing those good ol’ oils in your bag on the way to the gym, may be as great of an idea as using lavender for that one time when you...
Making the decision to join the gym or embark on a serious bodybuilding regime is not an easy one. There are lots of different aspects of your lifestyle you’ll need to take into consideration. From the type and frequency of exercise you want to follow, then there’s...
Most of us can admit to having a sweet tooth when it comes to treats for special occasions and sipping on sweet tasting drinks. Our bodies need a certain amount of sugar each day, but in today’s modern world, our diets are being fueled by excessive amounts of this...