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Is Exercise REALLY Important?

22. February 2010

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Okay, I know I don’t need to tell you that exercise is absolutely crucial to getting and staying healthy. Still, I can’t tell you how many people tell me that they aren’t working out because they are afraid they’ll look stupid, they fear trying something new, or, they say “I just don’t have time in [...]

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What Matters Most-Size or Weight?

16. February 2010

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The magic question; Does size matter or is it what you weigh that is most important? Are you always weighing yourself regularly? Are you trying to get to that magic number on the scale? When you hit it, then are you freaking out when it goes up a pound or two and you have not [...]

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Should You Eat Before Or After You Workout?

15. February 2010

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Some friends of mine and I were talking the other day and the subject of eating before working out came up. They asked me what I knew on this subject. I wanted to share my response with everyone because I get asked this question often. The answer is BOTH. Here is why. Back in the [...]

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5 Simple Mistakes Healthy People Make

6. February 2010

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First I want to clarify that I am not calling anyone simple. I bet it got your attention and that is what I was aiming to do. If you are a “Healthy Person” I bet you exercise and make good choices when it comes to your food. You probably keep up on the latest health [...]

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Could Sitting Too Much Be Deadly?

22. January 2010

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Maria Cheng, AP Medical Writer from the Associated Press, recently wrote an article about this subject. I found it very interesting but also very alarming. I have always been told if flying a long distance to be sure and get up and walk periodically as well as stretch and flex your feet and legs. Please [...]

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What Is Your Active Metabolic Rate?

14. January 2010

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The number of calories you burn in a day is known as your active metabolic rate (AMR). Rates vary from person to person, so it is crucial that you take the time to figure yours out — if you don’t, you run the risk of consuming too many calories or even consuming too few. A [...]

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7 Highly Effective Habits of Losers!

6. January 2010

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Let’s start off with a well know fact- America is a Fat Nation. We MUST make changes now for our health’s sake! I wanted to share with you 7 habits of “Successful Losers” or we could even call them “Successful Eaters”. Below is what they do everyday of their lives. What makes them different from [...]

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Out With The Old You-In With The New You!

1. January 2010

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2009 is Gone! It is the past…Forget about what you Use to do! The NEW you is IMPROVED and has a Wonderful, Positive Attitude, RIGHT??? Watch below and comments are appreciated. If you need motivation and accountability- CHECK OUT my WebTV show at http://www.totalwellnesstv.com . Melissa and I can help you meet your goals for [...]

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Top 20 Fitness Trends for 2010

26. December 2009

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For the past four years, ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal experts have predicted the years top health and fitness trends. I wanted to share this with you. Here are the top 20 trends for 2010: 1. Educated & Experienced fitness professionals 2. Strength training 3. Children & Obesity 4. Personal training 5. Core training 6. [...]

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The Power of Goal Setting

21. December 2009

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The upcoming year of 2010 can be a great year for you, if you decide what it is you want and you make a real commitment to achieving what you want by taking consistent daily action towards realizing your desires. This time each year, I compose a list of clearly detailed goals. The experts say [...]

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