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Fuel for Exercise – Part I: Pre-Exercise

Shana Maleeff — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:40:19 +0000

We all know that fueling before, during, and after a workout or athletic event is crucial. In this post, I will talk about fueling specifically before exercise, but keep your eyes out for upcoming posts on fueling during and after exercise. Hydration Hydrating properly is always important as water makes up at least 60% of [...]

Winners say “I WILL”, not “I’ll TRY”!

Shana Maleeff — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 22:30:03 +0000

Spring is here, the flowers are blooming, and we are all starting to think about jumping into our summer clothes and heading to the beach. Many of us are then hit with the sudden panic of what that means. Have you let your healthy eating habits or workout regimen slip over the winter months? Has [...]

Better Health with V-Day Chocolates and Wine!

Shana Maleeff — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:50:14 +0000

It’s that time of year again, where we shower that special someone with decadent chocolates and the wine is flowing. Valentine’s Day is a time of year to show your loved ones how much they mean to you, but did you know that it can be good for your heart in more than one way? [...]

Motivating Strategies to Make Lasting Changes

Shana Maleeff — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 18:31:07 +0000

Now that the New Year is under way, many of us are thinking about our goals for this year – health-related and otherwise. Maybe you told yourself, “I will work on eating healthier or getting to the gym more after the holidays are over”. Well, the holidays are over and it’s time to turn those [...]

Healthy Holiday Foods

Shana Maleeff — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:13:55 +0000

Yes, there is such thing as a healthy holiday food. In fact, there are many! When we think of holiday festivities, gatherings, and meals, we often think of all the succulent dishes and decadent desserts that are the central theme to these occasions. However, with a little planning and thoughtfulness, you can actually get some [...]

Tips for a Guiltless Thanksgiving

Shana Maleeff — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:28:44 +0000

Thanksgiving is upon us, and with it comes some of the anxiety that is associated with holiday eating and weight gain. There are some very simple changes you can make to be healthier and prevent weight gain. A typical Thanksgiving meal contains about 3,500 calories. Coincidentally, there are 3,500 calories in one pound of fat! [...]

Halloween Health Tips

Shana Maleeff — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 17:52:41 +0000

Halloween is right around the corner, and if you’re health-conscious then you’re feeling the excitement of the holiday, but also the anxiety that you may get derailed from your healthy lifestyle. How can you participate in Halloween and enjoy the holiday without packing on the pounds? Here are some tips to keep in mind: 1) [...]

Pumpkin Packs a Punch

Shana Maleeff — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 22:23:24 +0000

Fall is upon us, and with the change of the season comes changes in seasonal fruits and vegetables. One of the most delicious fall vegetables is also a nutrition powerhouse: the pumpkin! Pumpkin is a great source of fiber, potassium, vitamin C, beta-carotene, and vitamin A, amongst many other beneficial vitamins and minerals. The antioxidant [...]

The Power of Supersets

Shana Maleeff — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 17:30:40 +0000

Does your workout routine ever get stale? Is it because you do the same exercise(s) day in and day out and it lacks variety? Is it because you feel you don’t have as much time as you would like to get to everything you want to do? Or is it because you feel like you’re [...]

Supplement Safety

Shana Maleeff — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 20:22:13 +0000

Do you find it surprising that over 50% of American adults have reported taking some kind of dietary supplement? Probably not, since supplements are a multibillion dollar industry that has captured the attention of people of various demographics, including athletes, vegetarians, and those with chronic conditions looking for a natural remedy. Many people think that [...]