If you’ve just had a baby, then sex probably isn’t the first thought on your mind. In fact, it’s probably not even on your list of things to do anytime in the near future. But for your partner, when you can resume having sex may be at the forefront of…
They don’t call it a beer belly for nothing. Drinking excessive amount of alcohol can pack on the pounds. So if you’re watching your waistline, you may want to skip that next round. It’s important to remember that all alcoholic drinks are not created equal. Perhaps the smartest choice calorie-wise…
by Lauren B. Wallace Our moods have a lot to do with our eating habits. Emotional problems, such as unemployment, divorce, or health problems can either decrease our appetite or encourage emotional eating. Even a simple change in our daily routine can sabotage our weight loss efforts. When we feel…
It may be the hardest thing for toddlers and preschoolers to do. No, we’re not talking about potty-training. The dreaded s-word – sharing – can incite tantrums like no other. But the earlier you start teaching and modeling sharing, the better your child will become at sharing. Start helping your…
I had just spent an hour with my trainer Rusty lifting weights, run 35 minutes on the treadmill, taken my Dalmatian Lucy for a vigorous 40-minute walk, and then driven to the YMCA for an hour-long stretch class. Exhausted, I had to ask why exercise was ruling my life. I…
One of the biggest challenges faced by dieters is definitely cravings that strike at anytime, anywhere. Maybe you’re watching television, sitting in front of the computer and even reading in bed. All of the sudden – WHAM! You’re struck with the urge to run to the refrigerator. When your stomach…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
by Donovan Baldwin People searching for weight loss programs and diets today seem to be searching more for rapid weight loss than permanent, healthy weight loss. Unfortunately, it is a fact that quick diet weight loss programs are seldom without their dangers, and their results usually range from erratic to…
Most people don’t purposely set out to cheat on their partner. It’s unlikely someone wakes up one morning and adds infidelity to his or her agena. It just happens. Unfortunately, cheaters never prosper, especially when they get caught in the fact. And the fallout can often be catastrophic for everyone…
We live in a fast-paced world amidst technology that makes things happen in an instant. Hence, we expect every aspect of our lives to follow suit, we even feel think that losing weight or obtaining the perfect body should be instantaneous. It isn’t easy to admit that such a feat…
Regardless of whether you’re a novice or a veteran in the gym, it doesn’t hurt to have a helping hand when it comes to taking your workout to the next level. This is where a certified personal trainer comes into play. For many people, trainers are the ultimate workout buddy….