Did you know that the food you eat before and after working out can have an impact on how effective your exercise regime is? Working out takes energy, and the food that you use to fuel that energy makes a big difference. When you fuel up on the right nutrients you can superpower your workout and make the most of your time in the gym. What to Eat Before the Gym Some people swear by working out on an empty stomach, but studies have shown that because you have no food in your system to use as fuel this can cause your body to burn your muscle reserves for energy. You are going to the gym to build … [Read more...]
The Most Popular New Years Resolutions in North America
What are the most common things that North Americans make goals to accomplish in the coming year when New Year’s comes around? Here are some of the most common New Year’s resolutions, and tips for making them happen. Spending More Time with Family and Friends The polls have suggested that more than half of Americans vowed to spend more time with their loved ones in the New Year. As the years pass by we realized that one of most important things about life is who we spend our time with, and the urge is there to reconnect and enjoy quality moments with people we care about. Why … [Read more...]
How Not to Gain Weight Over the Holidays
Peppermint candy canes, slices of home-baked apple pie, cookies shaped like Santa Claus, rich cups of hot chocolate topped with whipped cream, and boxes of chocolates and candies stacked under the tree... it’s hard not to be tempted to indulge at Christmas! However, if you are dedicated to staying healthy over the holidays and not greeting the New Year having packed on a few extra pounds, here are some tips to avoid gaining weight during the festive season: Stay Active One way to counteract the calories of all of those holiday treats is to burn them off through exercise! Head to the gym … [Read more...]
You’re Killing Yourself! Avoid These Common Unhealthy Eating Habits
Are you guilty of any of these common unhealthy eating habits? Read on to find out more information and tips on how to avoid them. Starving Yourself You might think that a strict diet of nothing but carrot sticks and lettuce leaves is just what you need to lose those last few pounds before the holiday party, but starving yourself will actually have the opposite event on your weight loss. When you don’t eat enough calories for a long period of time, your body will start to panic because it will think you are stranded on a deserted island with no food. Your body’s first reaction to … [Read more...]
