Functions of Proteins: The Building Block

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What are the functions of proteins? This is a question that gets asked constantly in the fitness world. Not only does the question of the functions of proteins come up, but also how much protein a person should eat. In this article we are going to cover what proteins are, their functions, how much you … Read more

Healthy Carbs: Primary Energy Source

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What are healthy carbs? This is a question that haunts not only the fitness world, but society in general. Low carb diets, high carb diets, and everything in between has been recommended for weight loss. This article will cut through the crap and give you an education in carbs. All you have to do is … Read more

Healthy Fats: Sustained Energy

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Healthy fats are an extremely confusing topic. There is a lot of information out there about what is a good fat, what is a bad fat, and what fats you should eat. In this article, we are going to talk about what fats do in the body, why we need fats, and how much fat … Read more

The Best of May 2017- Fitness, Food, and Fun!

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This post is going to contain all of my favorite things from May 2017. Everything from workouts to YouTube videos to my upcoming goals are going to be included in this post. Be sure to let me know if any of these suggestions and resources help you out! I want to know what you guys … Read more

Daily Calorie Intake- Your Questions Answered

Daily Calorie Intake

The question of what your daily calorie intake should be is a question that haunts many. There is so much information out there about calories, how many you should eat, and how “bad” they are for you. This false information has led to very unhealthy crash dieting and even medical problems as people try to … Read more

Couch to 5k 28 Day Training Plan

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Summertime is here, which means that we want to spend as much time outside as possible. After working inside all day, the last thing most people want to do is go spend more time inside a gym. This couch to 5k training plan will get you fit as well as get you outside! The couch … Read more

9 Healthy Summertime Barbecue Recipes

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Summertime is here and it’s time to break out the grill! Most of the barbecue recipes we use are smothered in sugary sauces. These 9 healthy barbecue recipes will help you stay on track while enjoying the weather! This post will contain barbecue recipes for breakfast, lunch/dinner, and dessert! Some Barbecuing Problems First off, being … Read more

Armed and Ready: Arm Workout for Summertime!

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Tank top season is upon us, which means those arms need to be in top shape. Build yourself a pair of arms that you can be proud of with this arm workout. The best part is, as long as you have a set or two of dumbbells this arm workout can be done right in … Read more

The Ultimate Guide to Healthy Snack Swaps

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Snack time is definitely a tricky situation when it comes to healthy eating. Finding a healthy snack can feel like a lost cause at times. Not to mention, there are so many products that say they are healthy. In this article we will look at some fit swaps to give you some ideas for healthy … Read more

28 Day Morning Meditation Challenge with Free Calendar Download

A morning meditation is the perfect way to start your day. Practice just sitting, keeping your mind blank, slowing your body down. We live in a world where everything is constantly go, go, go. The morning is the perfect time to set the tone for the rest of your day. Give this 28 day morning … Read more