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- 10 Fit Foods Under 100 Calories - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoWhat are fit foods? Fit foods are items that are truly healthy for you without any added sugar, refined sugars, artificial ingredients or trans fats. They are foods you can eat and not only feel great about eating them but know that these foods are doing something healthy for your body. They are ...
Views: 1018 - 5 Easy, Healthy Snacks to Take to Work - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoIf you're on the track to weight loss, you'll need to think about having healthy snacks around. The ability of having healthy snacks at your disposal during the work day is based on being prepared and bringing your snacks with you. It's so difficult to find healthy, satisfying snacks from office ...
Views: 1060 - 4 Ways to Rid Your Body of Tummy Fat - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoTummy fat is an issue for most people, especially women, and it's one of those things that just won't go away. I consistently hear women and even men complaining about the extra tummy fat that they can't get rid of. The belly area is a fat storage "pocket" area for fat. This extra layer has ...
Views: 863 - 4 Week Nutrition Challenge: 4 Ways to Challenge Your Eating Habits - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoEating healthy feels great for your body. Normally high energy levels, brighter skin and an overall feeling of better health and wellness come over the body and mind. Many times we get in the habit of eating the same foods each day. We tend to eat the foods we like. While this is easy and makes ...
Views: 1552 - 4 Healthy On the Go Breakfast Ideas - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoMost people are living in busy, hectic times. Healthy meals are sometimes hard to come by because preparation time takes too long. So many people are resorting to fast food and fast meals out to save time. The problem with fast food and quick restaurant meals is that they may not be prepared in ...
Views: 941 - 5 Easy Ways to Cut Calories - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoWith all of the temptations out there today, it's easy to overload on calories without even thinking about it. This calorie surge has been resulting in slow, gradual weight gain for many people. Coffee drinks, soda, sweet snacks and candy have all attributed to consuming extra calories. These ...
Views: 1044(1 vote) - 9 Ideas to Inspire Your Fitness Regimen - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoSometimes it's hard to get creative when it comes to your workout routine. Fitness should not only serve a purpose but it should also be fun. A crowded gym or your drab fitness room just may not be cutting it. These ideas to inspire your fitness regimen may help bring life back to your ...
Views: 983 - 5 Tips to Keeing the Pounds Off - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoLosing weight is a challenge for anyone. The journey itself teaches you so much about yourself and what you can achieve. It's important to set yourself up for success even when you've reached your goal. You've just done all this hard work and you'll want to make sure you keep the weight off. ...
Views: 956(1 vote) - Not All Calories Are Created Healthy - 4 Tips to Getting the Best Calories For Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoIf you're trying to lose weight, counting calories is a great place to start. You need to burn more calories than you take in to shed unwanted pounds. If you're trying to eat for optimal health, you'll need to pick the best quality fresh, whole foods possible. Pretty simple concept to grasp, ...
Views: 792 - 4 Reasons Why "Skinny" Is Misleading - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoI am so sick of the word, skinny! As a society, we are focused, if not obsessed with skinny. The word, skinny, by definition means: lacking of flesh, thin, according to The Free Dictionary. For some reason, we associate this word with healthy, beautiful and fit. No where in this meaning is ...
Views: 1071(1 vote) - 5 Workouts That Blast Calories Away - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoAre you ready to change your workouts up? Not burning enough calories? It's easy to get lazy when it comes to your fitness routine. That sounds like the opposite of what it should be. How could people get lazy when it comes to fitness? People tend to get comfortable with the same routine. ...
Views: 1564(1 vote) - 9 Ideas to Inspire Your Fitness Regimen - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoSometimes it's hard to get creative when it comes to your workout routine. Fitness should not only serve a purpose but it should also be fun. A crowded gym or your drab fitness room just may not be cutting it. These ideas to inspire your fitness regimen may help bring life back to your ...
Views: 989(1 vote) - 7 Tips to Creating Your Own At Home Wellness Day - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoEveryone needs a break! It’s important to take time out for you and focus on a little rejuvenation and relaxation. You may not always be able to get to the spa or a fitness retreat so I’ve created eight great steps to creating your own at home wellness day. Taking care of your body and ...
Views: 2454 - 5 Ways to Make Healthy Eating More Interesting - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoEating healthy sometimes seems boring. As a culture, we've become inclined to associate good food with foods and dishes that are not always the best choices. Meals that contain oils, cheese, refined sugars and even trans fats have seeped into our daily diets. These high caloric and high sugar ...
Views: 1386(1 vote) - 5 Reasons Not to Skip Flexibility - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoMy team and I see a number of clients each week who work hard and intensely, want to push their fitness to the next level and perform to the best ability level they can. When it comes to stretching, yoga and pilates, it seems as if there is a lack of interest or a feeling as if these fitness ...
Views: 2023(1 vote) - 5 Tips to Wind Down Your Day and Get a Better Nights Sleep - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoDays at the office or home with the kids can be challenging. De-stressing and getting a good night's sleep are important in order to recharge for the next day. Sleeping is essential to function in everyday life. In addition to the many health benefits of sleep, there are other factors that make ...
Views: 1735 - Party Time - 5 Tips to Staying on Your Diet at Social Gatherings - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoWho doesn't love a party? I'll be the first one to admit, I love a party and everything that goes with it. Socializing with friends over great food and drinks is my idea of a perfect evening. The only problem is that parties tend to contribute to overeating, overdrinking and overindulging in ...
Views: 1103 - 10 Ways to Mix up Your Workouts - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoI consistently hear the question, “What should I do for my workouts?” from clients. My answer is always “participate in what you love to do.” It is so important to make fitness fun so that you actually want to workout. If I told you that you have to go to cycling five times each week but you ...
Views: 1110 - The Fitness and Nutrition Grind - Tips to Staying on Track - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoYou've started your new healthy regimen and you're excited to look and feel better. Now the key is sticking to it. Life can throw you a curve ball or two so staying on track can be harder than you planned for. Consistency to weight loss, energy gains and overall health is a key factor if you're ...
Views: 1030 - Top 10 Fitness Gadgets - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoIf you love working out, you probably have thought about purchasing or have purchased some type of fitness gadget. These great items can provide useful information regarding a workout, a source of musical inspiration and heart pumping beats or even an innovative new way to challenge your body. ...
Views: 1648 - Hydration for Weight Loss, Anti-Aging and Energy - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoOne of the most important lessons to learn is how important water is to one's body. How critical is water to the body? Would you use a car without fuel? The adult body is made up of 70 percent water; 85 percent of the blood, 75 percent of muscle, and 22 percent of bone in the body is water ...
Views: 1266(2 votes) - The Weight Loss Vacation Combination - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoObesity is a major problem for millions of people these days. Inexpensive junk food and sedentary lifestyles are helping obesity reach epidemic proportions. Many people do not have the training or knowledge to make necessary lifestyles for obesity and their health. When you have a fitness ...
Views: 1160(1 vote) - Revamp Your Workout: Get Out of the Gym and Into the Outdoors - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoWorking out has become an American pastime for a number of reasons. Gyms are popping up all over the place and flocks of men and women are seen pouring into them morning and night. People want to look great, feel great, excel at a sport, participate in a body building competition and some simply ...
Views: 1018(1 vote) - Are You Working Hard Enough to Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoLosing weight is hard and can become consuming for many people. Let's take a look at intensity level of the workouts being performed to aid in the weight loss process. Many people have never experienced a level of intensity that's required for truly burning calories, raising the metabolic rate ...
Views: 946(1 vote) - Finding the Right Fitness Retreat for You and Your Goals - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoOver the years, the fitness retreat and fitness vacation have become great alternatives to the traditional vacation for many people. Feeling rejuvenated and revived after vacation is becoming something people are realizing leaves them healthier and happier. The days of needing a vacation after ...
Views: 1220(2 votes) - Workouts On the Go - 10 Tips for Fitness Survival While on the Road - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Margot RutiglianoSo many people travel for work or travel regularly for pleasure. If you're one of these people or just happen to be on vacation and need to keep up your fitness regime, try these tips. 1. Bring Your Own Equipment - A simple resistance band and jump rope can provide the perfect, light weight ...
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