How much time you spend really comes down to how long you’ve been on a regular program and what your goals are. For example if it’s been six months since you’ve worked out, you’ll need to take it slowly. Start with a walking program of 3-5 days per week for 10-20 minutes, building up to […]
Your body has two primary fuel sources: fat and sugar, also called glycogen. Carbohydrates–all carbohydrates–turn into sugar in your body. This sugar becomes the fuel source glucose and then glycogen. Here’s the Kicker… Glucose gets converted into glycogen and stored in your muscles and liver to be used as fuel. Once these stores are full […]
Have you heard the saying, “There is no inappropriate weather, only inappropriate clothing?” While this may be a stretch in a lightning storm, for the most part it is true. Another thing that outdoor enthusiasts discover is that the weather is NEVER as bad as it may seem. Once you’re warmed up, you’ll forget it’s […]
Question: Do you sit at a desk for hours at a time? Drive a lot? Feel like you slouch? It may be affecting your posture (and mood). Answer: There is a simple and effective exercise that you can do to train yourself for better posture. This exercise is great for maintaining the natural “S” curve […]
The office lights may be casting a dark shadow on your health and well being. You’ve heard of Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD—SAD relates to the need we all have for sunlight hormonal regularity and well being. But did you know that we are also affected by artificial light? It’s true. Artificial light has a […]
