"Metabolism" is the name of the bodily system that converts food calories to energy needed to perform various tasks, like pumping oxygen to muscles during a long walk. Many variables contribute to your metabolism, including heredity, gender and age. But you can quicken yours; here's how. … [Read more...]
10 Best Foods for Your Heart
Simple food choices go a long way when it comes to your heart's health. Focusing on fresh foods full of heart-healthy fats and antioxidants can decrease your risk of developing heart disease and cut your chances of a heart attack. These 10 foods will help keep your ticker in top shape. … [Read more...]
What Favorite Post-Workout Meal?
We all know it's best to have a healthy snack after working out. Studies have shown that eating a small meal of protein and healthy carbs helps increase the benefits of your workout and speeds up the fat loss process. So what's your favorite post workout meal? … [Read more...]
12 Tips for Staying Fit During the Holidays
1. Set some goals! It is important to set holiday goals that you can meet. Start with a short set of goals and a workable plan, and move on up from there. As you achieve your goals, revise your schedule as necessary. Reward yourself with a stress reducing treat when you meet your goals. Why not a good massage or a manicure? If those aren’t for you, how about a ticket to an athletic event or a … [Read more...]
What If I Told You That Thanksgiving Alone Can Cause You To Gain 30 Pounds…
You'd think this NYC personal trainer is out of his mind! Consider this scenario of a 22 yr old 5'8" 170 lb male and a 22 yr old 5'4" 120 lb female: You just graduated college after not having gained the dreaded "freshman 15" hopefully. You landed your dream job but for the next 20 years will be working a 90-100 hour work week. It's not bad because you are making tons of money though. … [Read more...]
