Everyone has been there at one time or another, swamped with work and no break in sight. If you have a regularly scheduled workout, it may have to be put to the sidelines on those days. That doesn’t mean you can’t get exercise that day. There are workouts to do on your lunch break that […]
I have a lot of people bring snacks to the gym in Stamford, CT. Snacking can be detrimental to your health or extremely healthy. What makes the difference is the type of snack you choose. If you opt for a candy bar or bag of potato chips, then snacking definitely isn’t healthy. However, if you’re […]
Everyone wants that tummy that’s so flat, you could bounce a quarter off it or one that looks dazzling in low riders and a midriff top. There are a lot of steps to achieving it. Of course, exercise is one of those ways. Diet is another. Diet helps in two ways. First, if you have […]
Strength building is important and most people think of those weight machines or lifting barbells or dumbbells. They don’t normally think of building strength with yoga. You do lift when you’re doing yoga, but you’re not lifting metal weights, you’re lifting your own body weight. Holding positions requires strong muscles. Yoga isn’t for sissies. Yoga […]
If you thought boxing for kids was just a way to get your child to become more active, you’d be wrong. It’s so much more than that. In Stamford, CT, the children involved in the after school program not only get the activity they need to stay strong and healthy, they have an outlet that […]
Your life during the winter is often spent bundled up and swaddled in blankets at night. When spring hits, you’re ready to start something new. As vegetables grow and flowers bloom in summer, that growth should inspire you further to set summer goals, especially if you haven’t set ones in the spring. Unlike springtime, there […]
No matter where you live it’s getting harder and harder to get quality sleep. Stamford, CT is no different. While it’s hard to get a good night’s rest, it’s certainly worth it. It helps boost your energy the following day, makes your work easier and helps prevent health issues. Studies show that lack of sleep […]
When you’re trying to lose weight or get healthier, it’s not about how much you eat, but what you eat, that makes a difference. I work with many clients in Stamford, CT to help them learn how to make smarter choices when it comes to food. Every time you eat, you’re making a decision whether […]
When you have a tough workout, cooling down is extremely important. Your heart is pumping rapidly and your muscles are warm and flexible. When you abruptly stop the workout, the blood isn’t being pushed strongly by the heart and tends to pool in the extremities. That means it doesn’t circulate as much to your head, […]
There’s nothing wrong with wanting to look and feel better, which is why so many people are starting to eat healthier and working out regularly. For those that are considering it, but don’t want to commit to a lifetime of healthy eating and exercise, consider taking our spring fitness challenge. It’s simple and has a […]