Get In Shape Without the Gym

Get In Shape Without the Gym

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Who says you can’t get physically fit without a gym membership? There’s no denying that belonging to a gym definitely has its perks. There are countless classes – from spinning to step to Pilates – available at no additional cost. You have access to every machine under the sun, some…

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How Low Is Too Low-Fat?

How Low Is Too Low-Fat?

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Low-fat diets were all the rage in the ’90s, and people still seem to want to adhere to the all-or-nothing philosophy of dieting. But moderation pays off when you’re devising a healthy plan for eating. Too little fat can be detrimental to many healthful goals. So how little is too…

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No Parking? You’re In Luck

No Parking? You’re In Luck

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

When it comes to fitness, little efforts add up big time. Exercising is not reserved for the gym. Every time your body moves, it counts. Instead of spending time driving around the parking lot or waiting for the next person to get out of a spot close to your destination,…

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Fat Alert: Drop the Muffins, Man!

Fat Alert: Drop the Muffins, Man!

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Beware of the muffin. For years people have assumed that muffins are a healthy, diet-friendly option. When presented with the choice between a donut, a bagel or a muffin, they’ll opt for the latter, thinking it’s the best move for their waistline. However, that isn’t the case. Some muffins come…

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Danger Ahead: Bypass The Bowl & The Bag

Danger Ahead: Bypass The Bowl & The Bag

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

We’ve all done it before. Sitting down in front of the television, you grab your favorite bag of cookies or chips and munch away. Before you know it, you’ve almost completely demolished the package of said snack in its entirety. It’s mindless eating, and it gets the best of all…

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Do You Need a Cardio Change?

Do You Need a Cardio Change?

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

It can be easy to fall into a stale routine of plodding along on the treadmill or plopping down on the same stationary bike day after day. If you find yourself sick of the same old cardio, then it’s time to shake it up. First, ask yourself if you might…

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Every Little Bit Helps

Every Little Bit Helps

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

You may not think 100 calories makes much of a difference, but if you’re dieting and trying to cut a few hundred a day from your meal plan, then 100 calories can add up. A few simple, painless solutions can help you make changes. First, take a look at breakfast….

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How to Lose Those Last 10 Pounds

How to Lose Those Last 10 Pounds

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

You thought you’d never get here, but you’re just 10 pounds shy of your goal. The last leg of your weight-loss journey can often be the most difficult. After all, if you lose a pound a week, then it could still take you another few months. Don’t give up hope…

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Hydration Counts: We’ve Got the Proof

Hydration Counts: We’ve Got the Proof

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

No matter what type of exercise or fitness program you are following, there is one important element you cannot forget: water! Our bodies lose a great deal of water due to perspiration. Staying hydrated during a workout will help you stay focused and more energized. Dehydration could result in serious…

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Put Your Diet on Ice

Put Your Diet on Ice

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Frozen entrees have come a long way from the tasteless TV dinners of the 1960s. They’re not just shapeless blocks of frost-covered foodstuffs anymore. There’s a size, taste and cuisine for every discriminating palate and diet. Lean Cuisine, Weight Watchers, Healthy Choice and other brands are a dream for busy…

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