Quick Exercise Tip: Be Creative
Be creative in finding different ways to improve your fitness level. Look for various ways throughout your day to avoid sitting and start moving. Climb... Read More
Eating at Night
For many people, eating at night (when we’re typically less active) can lead to weight gain. If you’d like to change your nighttime eating... Read More
Exercise for Quality Time
Exercise can be an excellent way to spend “quality time” with the people you love—and to do something good for your health in the... Read More
Exercising in the A.M.? You May Want to Eat Twice.
If you exercise first thing in the morning, it may be a good idea to eat both before and after your workout. Some experts believe... Read More
Hunger Versus Food Cravings
Your body gives you specific physical cues when it needs food. For instance, you might typically feel lightheaded when you’re hungry, whereas someone else might... Read More
Eat a Balanced Breakfast and Eat Less Later
If you’re trying to lose weight, DON’T skip breakfast. A balanced breakfast can actually help you eat less. Studies have shown that people who choose... Read More
Carb-Consciousness: Getting the Energy Boost You Want
All carbohydrates are not the same. Some provide a quick burst of energy (useful before a workout, for instance). The major downside: the energy surge... Read More
Cardiovascular Intensity
Cardiovascular exercise intensity can be determined by calculating what is called target heart range. To determine your personal target heart rate, subtract your age from... Read More
To Burn More Calories, Strength-Train
Eager to burn more calories? Like many people, you might assume the answer is to go faster, longer and harder with your aerobic workouts. Yet... Read More
Abs Reality Check
No doubt about it: The desire for a flatter abdomen is as American as (calorie-laden) apple pie. If you’ve resolved to have better abs this... Read More