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All the latest up to date information on the newest diet trends (not necessarily a recommendation) nutrition tips, and exercise blogs. Your one stop page for health and wellness.

6 Exercises That Will Fix Your Posture

October 14, 2019 / Exercise, Fitness, Treating Injuries, Workouts and Routines

One thing most gym-goers probably don’t focus on enough: body alignment outside the studio walls. While you may work on cardio and strength, paying attention to your everyday posture is also crucial. “If you have pain or movement issues, checking posture can give you insight into what needs to be fixed and why,” says Nike coach and S10 trainer Joe Holder.

Different Ways In Which Our Body Uses Energy

August 20, 2019 / Exercise, Fitness, Nutrition, Supplements, Workouts and Routines

Those of us that are involved in sporting activities– professional athletes, trainers and those that work with athletes– recognize the importance of fueling the body to take full advantage of energy as well as performance. It likewise aids to recognize how the body transforms energy to make sure that healthy and balanced methods can be used to enhance athletic efficiency.

Skinnytaste Meal Plan (October 7-October 13)

October 5, 2019 / Diet and Nutrition, Nutrition, Recipes

A free 7-day flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner and a shopping list. All recipes include calories and Weight Watchers SmartPoints®. As fall finally starts to settle in (in most places anyway!) and pumpkin season is upon us- check out these easy recipes to save those seeds! Smoky BBQ Spiced Roasted […] The post Skinnytaste Meal Plan (October 7-October 13) appeared first on Skinnytaste.

New Study Says Physical Fitness Promotes Better Brain Function In Young Adults

September 18, 2019 / Exercise, Fitness, Workouts and Routines

Researchers found that study participants who performed better during a cardio test also exhibited better cognitive function via a brain scan. Additionally, the fitter, sharper participants also showed superior structural integrity of the white matter in their brains, which is associated with improved speed and quality of nerve connections.

Slow Metabolism is a Myth, Want to Lose Weight – Increase Your NEAT

August 6, 2019 / Diet and Nutrition, Exercise, Nutrition

How many times have you or someone you know, when discussing diet, weight loss, and exercise, whined about a slow metabolism? The expression “I can just look at food and gain weight!” is something I’ve listened to lots of times. Yes, some people do have endocrine problems that make weight-loss harder. However, the huge majority of people who complain about their slow metabolism do not have a metabolism problem in any way. They have a moving issue. An absence of movement, that is.

10 Of The Most Nutrient Dense Foods On The Planet

November 8, 2019 / Clean Eating, Diet and Nutrition, Nutrition

There is only a limited amount of food you can eat in a single day. To maximize the amount of nutrients you take in, it makes sense to spend your calorie budget wisely. The best way to do that is to simply eat the foods that carry the greatest amount and variety of nutrients.

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