Monthly Archives: November 2012

Monday Morning Fit Tip: BOOST YOUR METABOLISM AT ANY AGE WITH ACTIVITY! True or False: Your metabolism slows down as you age. False!  According to the Mayo Clinic, your metabolism stays pretty steady throughout your adult life.  The reason it seems as though our metabolisms slow down is because as we age our activity level decreases, causing [...]

Monday Morning Fit Tip: AVOID HOLIDAY WEIGHT GAIN           Statistics show that over half of Americans will gain weight this holiday season and will NOT later lose the weight!  It’s easy to imagine how this happens… the loaded buffet tables at dinners and special treats at parties provide too many temptations.  Here are our 4 [...]

Monday Morning Fit Tip: STRESS LESS & ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS MORE  The holidays can be joyful and fun with lots of time shared shared with family and friends, but they can also bring stress and anxiety as we struggle to keep up with often-unrealistic demands and expectations.  That’s why it is so important for all of [...]

Monday Morning Fit Tip: STOP CRUNCHING- FOCUS ON YOUR ENTIRE CORE Core workouts aren’t just another fitness trend.  A strong core, which includes the muscles from your shoulders to your hips, can help prevent or reduce back pain, improve athletic performance and improve posture.  Plus, who doesn’t like the look of a tight and toned abdominal area? [...]