Feeling lightheaded is the worst, and it can happen to anyone. I’ve experienced it in my own workouts, running in the park, and I’ve seen my youngest, oldest, heaviest and lightest clients deal with the dizziness in class. What’s important to remember here is that this is not an instance to be embarrassed. Too many […]
The Downsides of Under Eating
Cranky? Not sleeping well? Not making gains in the gym? This could be the reason why. We live in a society where it has been drilled into our brains that the best way to achieve our dream body is with fewer calories and not more. But why is nobody talking about the dangers of severe […]
How to Tell If You Ate Too Much: Overeating Symptoms
It’s easy to sit down on the couch with a large portion of [insert your favorite food here] and without realizing it, eat every last bite. Or maybe you’re bored at work or feel a little awkward at a networking event and find yourself snacking on whatever is within reach when you’re not even that hungry […]
Are Plastic or Stainless Steel Water Bottles Better?
Happy Earth Day! Make Mother Nature happy with one of these reusable canteens. If you’ve ever wandered the aisles of any rec store, you’ve likely stumbled into the vast world of water bottles. Every shape, size and material line the aisles just to keep you hydrated throughout a sweat-burning workout. You want a purple BPA-free […]
The Different Metabolic Types and Why They Matter
Take a look around at any moment and, unless you’re in an elite-level ballet class, you’ll likely see a variety of body types. Bodies vary as much in height as they do in width, shape and proportion, and contained in those subtle variations are clues as to the types of workouts and nutrition to which […]
Here’s the Healthiest Way to Eat a Hot Dog
Oh, you think hot dogs aren’t healthy? You don’t want to nosh on one of those scrumptious ballpark franks or state fair sausages or outdoor concert dogs? While the old rumors of where this boiled bologna came from not may be true, what is factual is that the hot dog game has really stepped up […]