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Fitness Trackers—Do They Really Help With Weight Loss?

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It seems like everyone has one. Fitbit. Garmin. Apple Watch. Everyone is sporting some type of wristwatch device to count steps, record heart rate or calorie burn and measure sleep quality. But do these fitness trackers really work? Consumer Reports ranks trackers by Fitbit, TomTom and Garmin as top for collecting personal health data. They are…

One Healthy Habit Can Help You Lose Weight and Save Time and Money

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Whether you’re looking to lose weight, save money, find more free time, reduce food waste or all of the above, meal prep may be the one weekly habit you’ll want to start. Meal prepping refers to the act of preparing your food ahead of time. By making one large serving at once and then dividing…

Can Aerobic Exercise Reduce My Risk of Cancer?

Morgan Pena
Kyndall Truett, ACSM-CPT/ACSM/ACS-CET Exercise Specialist When we discuss the benefits of aerobic exercise, we often talk about how it can help us lose weight, grow stronger, and stay mentally and physically healthy. What if exercise also could reduce the risk of cancer? A 2016 study by the American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute…

The Surprising Benefits of Protein Shakes

Morgan Pena
Willow Kalinen, M.S., ACSM EP-C Lead Performance Specialist Want to know when to best fuel your body using a protein shake? It’s right after you work out. When you supplement with a protein shake, you ingest the materials your body needs the most after working out. To better comprehend the importance of protein supplementation and…

3 Heart Health Rules to Live By

Morgan Pena
Kyndall Truett, ACSM-CPT, ACSM/ACS-CET Exercise Specialist Your heart is what keeps you moving. Think of it as your body’s engine. If something bad or harmful happens to it — if that engine weakens — your body simply can’t function in all the ways that it should. Just as you regularly take your car for tune-ups,…

One Healthy Habit Can Help You Lose Weight and Save Time and Money

Morgan Pena
Dave Brummert, NSCA-CSCS, NASM-CPT Exercise Specialist Whether you’re looking to lose weight, save money, find more free time, reduce food waste or all of the above, meal prep may be the one weekly habit you’ll want to start. Meal prepping refers to the act of preparing your food ahead of time. By making one large…

Getting Ready for a Triathlon? A Professional Trainer Shares His Tips

Morgan Pena
Jeremy Arguelles, NSCA-CPT Exercise Specialist Training for a triathlon can be intimidating for anyone new to the event. Combining swimming, cycling and running, triathlons require a special level of dedication that other races don’t. That said, whether you’re a fitness fanatic or just getting started with working out, these events are a great way to…

Why Does My Stomach Get So Bloated?

Morgan Pena
Stacy Loudon, ACSM-CPT Exercise Technician Bloating. It’s that uncomfortable, overly full, sometimes even painful feeling in your stomach that makes you want to take a nap until the sensation passes. Bloating even can make your stomach look swollen or feel hard to the touch. Although women often feel bloated for a few days or weeks…

One Healthy Habit Can Help You Lose Weight and Save Time and Money

Morgan Pena
Dave Brummert, NSCA-CSCS, NASM-CPT Exercise Specialist Whether you’re looking to lose weight, save money, find more free time, reduce food waste or all of the above, meal prep may be the one weekly habit you’ll want to start. Meal prepping refers to the act of preparing your food ahead of time. By making one large…

Will Intermittent Fasting Work for Me

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Dave Brummert, NSCA-CSCS, NASM-CPT Exercise Specialist Intermittent fasting (IF) is the process of manipulating your calorie intake based on a time schedule. Basically, it means condensing your meals for the day into a smaller window of time; for example, eating all of your meals between 10:00 am and 6:00 pm. Why Fast? When you eat…
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