Why Am I Hungry After My Workout? If you’ve stuck to a new workout routine, chances are you know what the fuss is all about: the exercise-induced endorphins, the sense of accomplishment after you crush a workout, the realization that you actually like being sweaty. But one thing that may not make you love your…
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Fall Diet Traps to Avoid Fall’s crisp, cool weather practically demands creamy, warm beverages and big, cozy sweaters—and in many cases, a lax attitude toward your healthy eating and fitness routine. Don’t let the allure of sugary pumpkin spice lattes, over-sized tops, and snuggly fireplaces lure you into a sedentary season. Here’s are 5 of…
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9 Summer Diet Tips to Stick to in the Fall The end of beach weather should not mean an end to any weight loss and physical fitness efforts. Fall is actually the perfect time to re-evaluate annual weight loss goals before the hectic winter holidays. By combining portion control, calorie reduction, sugar-free foods and beverages…
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Trim Down Your Tailgate Autumn marks the return of football season—and with it comes a seemingly endless parade of tasty temptations threatening to throw your healthy eating off track. Is it possible to cheer on your favorite team, without losing sight of your own personal victories? Absolutely! Just follow these simple tips to trim down…
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Plan, Shop, Pack, Repeat: Tips for Menu Planning By this point a lot of people are happy to wave goodbye to summer and say hello to fall. When school starts back up we have to be more disciplined with our time both at work and at home. Now is a great time to adopt a…
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Are You Cutting Calories Too Much? One common myth behind dieting is that the more calories we cut from our diets, the more weight we’ll lose. This makes sense, in theory. Fat is composed of calories, and therefore the best way to remove it is to limit calorie intake. But does cutting calories actually work?…
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Avoiding Weekend Weight Gain Universal truth: the weekend always seems like the perfect opportunity to really live out all of our healthy aims. We’ll sleep in, we tell ourselves. We’ll have more time to exercise or to cook healthy meals. Finally, we’ll have the chance to kick back and de-stress. Yet, how often does the reality end…
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Pack a Lunch with a Punch In our house the new school year begins end of August. This means the first two weeks of August leaves me little time to buy back-to-school supplies, clothes, AND go grocery shopping for lunches. Like all parents, I want my kids to have a successful school year. If that’s…
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Behind Bars: The Truth About Granola Bars Bars — energy bars, protein bars, breakfast bars and more — have never been hotter, whether for a meal replacement, a snack on the go, or a pre- or post-workout energy boost. However, they are not necessarily health food. If a bar is your choice, pick carefully to…
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5 Reasons to Stop Eating Lunch at Your Desk Every day around 67 percent of office workers are eating lunch at their desks. The impetus to work through the midday meal is clear: To your boss, eating in front of your computer shows commitment. To you, typing between forkfuls of salad is hopefully a quicker…
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