The onset of winter means more comfort food, more hot chocolate, and less training. It means those extra pounds gained, and that gym membership going to waste. It means losing cardiovascular health and smoking a few extra cigarettes a day.…
In the eternal battle between squats and leg press for the position as the number one lower-body exercise, I vote for squats. Here's why: 1. Greater muscle activation The leg press is a very quadricep dominant, working mostly the strongest…
You feel tired, exhausted. Your back hurts, your shoulder slump, and you can’t resist that second piece of chocolate cake. Day in and day out, you feel your physical health start to disintegrate. You know you need to get moving.…
1. Heart Healthy Magnesium One-quarter cup of pumpkin seeds contains nearly half of the recommended daily amount of magnesium, which participates in a wide range of vitally important physiological functions, including the creation of ATP (adenosine triphosphate, the energy molecules…
Ingredients 1 lb. Brussels sprouts, shredded 1 small butternut squash, peeled & diced 1 rutabaga, peeled & shredded 5-6 slices of bacon Bacon Fat Sea salt & pepper to taste Directions Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees. Prepare squash…
If you’ve been to a gym before, you’ve been through this conundrum: should I hire a personal trainer? Is it worth the money? Every time you pass by the front desk, watch a trainer with a client, or see a…