It’s that time of year again, diet season. That post-holiday period where we criticize ourselves for eating too many cookies and swear we will do better...only to find our resolve dead and buried under heart-shaped chocolates come Valentine’s Day. Let me drop a truth bomb on you right now: DIETS DON'T WORK. A dieting mindset, by design, giv... Read More
We all want the same thing when we work-out...results! But sometimes the exercise facts we hear around the gym or from well-meaning friends are either outdated, or just plain wrong. While it’s true that everyone is different, and what works for one person may not work for you, there are still some common exercise myths floating around out there th.... Read More
A mom’s life is a busy life! We know that sometimes you can’t make it to a studio, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get your yoga fix. Here are some resources to help you establish a yoga practice at home. Are You A DVD Person? Here’s a couple of well reviewed programs you can try, based on your skill level. Yoga Stretch For Beginners and Beyon.... Read More
While both these career paths are similar and deal with diet, food, and nutrition; they are not interchangeable. Dietitians and nutritionists study how the food you eat affects your body and your health. Both are considered to be health care professionals. Dietitians can also be considered nutritionists, but NOT all nutritionists are dietitians. .... Read More
When it comes to cardio and strength training, barely 20% of adults get the recommended amount of physical activity each week. If you look at the number of parents who meet minimum exercise goals, that number drops even more. We get it - between juggling multiple schedules and that nagging mom guilt that kicks in when you try to do something for y.... Read More
There are few moments more exciting than finally seeing that magic number pop up on the scale… the elusive “goal weight.” While this achievement is definitely worth a celebration, it might be a good idea to take a victory lap rather than indulging in a full plate of your grandma’s lasagna. Because what can be even harder than dieting? Maintenance! .... Read More