Health & Fitness Archives - Page 5 of 6

0 143

Personal Trainer | Supplement of the Month

SAW PALMETTO The month of November has come to be known as Men’s Health Awareness Month. Take a look around and you may just see more men sporting mustaches than usual, taking part in “MOvember” to raise awareness and money. So we wanted to highlight a supplement that is known for its... Read more

0 191

Personal Trainer explains how much protein is needed….

It can be assumed that when you read the title you fell into one of two categories. You either thought to yourself “I have no idea” or you recalled something you read online about “this many grams per pound.” The truth is that this question can have multiple answers depending... Read more

0 182

Personal Trainer I The Truth About Water

Water, Water, Water! Many, if not all, of us have heard that we need to drink at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day. But how many of us actually know why? And is 8 glasses too little, or maybe too much? First it’s important to realize that roughly... Read more

0 267

Peronal Trainer I Mental Preperation

Mental Preparation Let’s face it; working out on a consistent basis can be tough. You have to make time within your already hectic life for you to better yourself and your health. Stresses can make it feel like it’s worthless, schedule constraints can leave you with less time than you... Read more

0 167

Personal Trainer Shares I Recipe of The Month

CHIPOTLE-GLAZED ROAST CHICKEN WITH SWEET POTATOES Ingredients: 4 sweet potatoes (10 ounces each), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 4 chipotle chilies in adobo sauce, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons cider vinegar 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, plus additional to taste... Read more

0 154

Personal trainer explains the importance of fiber

Ok lets be honest, when you think fiber supplement you probably don’t conjure up the most appealing images. Just saying. But the truth is that most of us are probably nowhere close to the recommended daily intake of 14 grams per 1000 calories consumed, and it could be hurting us.... Read more

0 289

Personal Trainer explains D.O.M.S.

Let’s talk about being sore. Almost anyone who has ever lifted a weight or done anything strenuous can attest to the fact that at one point or another you will experience muscle soreness. They will also tell you that this is definitely a different kind of sore. An ache in... Read more

0 130

Frisco personal trainer discusses Creatine

Most workout enthusiasts have heard of or even thought of using a supplement to boost their workout performance, and creatine may be considered the Granddaddy of them all. It’s included in many, if not all, pre-workout supplements, many types of protein powders and of course it’s also available solo as... Read more

0 204

Flax Seed | Personal trainer discussion

Many people understand the benefits of having a diet rich in Omega-3’s, but many believe the only way to do this is through consumption of fish, fish oil, or Omega-3 enhanced dietary products. However, there are several great plant based sources that can offer the same benefits, sans the fish... Read more