Are you thinking about going to your local health food store to see if there is something you can take to help burn fat faster? Find out which supplements will work for you with this quiz: Do you keep your wads of useless cash by your garbage can, just in case you feel the need to throw them away? Does the thought of having the jitters, anxiety, and constant itching … [Read more...]
Knee-to-Chest Stretch
In addition to healthy eating and exercise, stretching is an important part in maintaining a healthy body! The knee-to-chest stretch focuses on the muscles of your lower back and hamstrings. Instructions: On a firm surface, lie on your back with the backs of your heels flat on the floor Gently pull one knee up to your chest until you feel a stretch in your lower back. … [Read more...]
The Food You Are Eating Is Altering Your Mind
It may sound like a great sci-fi movie, but did you know that the bacteria living in your belly are affecting your thoughts right now? There is a growing body of evidence demonstrating a surprising connection between sugar, your gut, and your brain. Gut bacteria manufacture neurotransmitters which are the chemicals that regulate your mental processes such as learning and mood. … [Read more...]
Cilantro Lime Cauliflower ‘Rice’
Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1-2 bags of Personal Trainer Food Cauliflower Additional Ingredients: Chopped cilantro Lime, juiced and zested Butter (optional) Instructions: Grate cauliflower into a microwave-safe dish. Cover cauliflower and cook in microwave on high until tender, about 5 minutes or less (time will vary due to wattage difference). Stir lime … [Read more...]
Split Jumps
Raise your heart rate and build your quads with split jump plyometric exercise. Instructions: Step into a deep lunge with the front knee bent and pointing straight over your toes. The back knee should be nearly touching the ground. Pressing through both legs, jump as high as possible. Swing your arms to gain lift and bring your feet together. Land in a lunge position … [Read more...]