Did you know that at one-time coffee was thought to be unhealthy? Decades ago, health care professionals might have warned patients that coffee increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and pancreatic cancer and to watch how much you drink. However, it later came to light that researchers didn’t adequately control for other factors linked with poor health that coffee drinkers have in common. We now know that coffee doesn’t increase the risk of … [Read more...]
4 Pool Workouts to Keep You Cool While Burning Some Calories
Swimming is not the only way to work out in a pool. If the crawl is not your thing and backstroke feels more like a sinus rinse even though your face is out of the water, we are here to tell you that you can still get some exercise in the water. We've rounded up four pool workouts for you try out this Summer. Whether you want to sculpt your legs, tone your abs, or work your entire body - we have a workout for you. Related: … [Read more...]
Summer Running and Walking Challenges for 2019
It's that time of year again! Summer is quickly approaching, and as I've done for the last few years, I'm sharing a summer running/walking challenge that I created. (New this year, I have a fun alternate list as well.) I've always found getting motivated to exercise in the summer very difficult--it's hot outside and with Michigan's horrible humidity, the thought of drowning in sweat isn't too appealing. So, in 2016, I made up a list of ways to … [Read more...]
How and Why To Unfollow Someone on Social Media Podcast 110
Today I’m doing something a little different – I have a ton of topics to cover so I’m just going to go down the list. In case you have limited time you can check the show notes for time stamps to jump to the things you want to hear. Here’s what we’re talking about – scroll down for the time stamps to jump to the topics you want to listen to… Run Eat Repeat visors [ starts at 2:36 ] Diego updates & Something gross. [ starts at 8:05 ] A … [Read more...]
The Goblet Squat: Why You May Want It in Your Strength-Training Routine
Squats come in many varieties: front squats, back squats, deep squats, half squats, pistol squats, and more. But there’s one squat type of squat that’s ideal for beginners. Yet this move is effective enough that you can benefit from it even if you’re advanced. It’s the goblet squat. Goblet squat? It’s a strange name for a relatively simple movement. The name comes from the fact that you grip the weight in front of you in a way that you would hold … [Read more...]
This Ab-Strengthening Plank Workout Is 100% Hard but 100% Good – Here’s How to Do It
Some people love to train abs for vanity, but I love to train abs for strength (about 20 percent of my motivation is for vanity purposes). There are a lot of different ab exercises you can do for a strong core, but some of the best ones are basic exercises like planks. I like planks because they strengthen your transversus abdominis, a deep core muscle that acts like a girdle, improves your stability, and, as a result, prevents lower-back … [Read more...]
New Research Shows Protein at Bedtime May Boost Muscle Growth After All
Protein timing is a contentious topic. Some studies suggest that consuming protein at certain times of the day, such as after a workout, boosts muscle protein synthesis. If that’s so, it’s favorable for muscle growth. Other research suggests that it isn’t when you consume it; it’s whether you take in enough total protein. As long as you’re getting enough, it doesn’t matter. But protein timing may still matter. A new analysis suggests that getting … [Read more...]
Trader Joe’s Is Now Selling Sparkling Apple Cider Drinking Vinegar – Say That 5 Times Fast
Trader Joe's added a new beverage to its refrigerated section, and it looks like kombucha better watch its back. Thanks to eagle-eyed shopper @traderjoeslist, we know that Sparkling Apple Cider Drinking Vinegar has made its way onto store shelves in at least one Summer-centric flavor: Strawberry Basil. The infused flavored beverage contains 0% juice and has only 30 calories per bottle, with a little added sugar for sweetness. If this sounds like … [Read more...]
The Best Mascara–Super Thick Lashes NEW Review
Hello! So I recently went to put on eyeliner and realized… I forgot how! It has been so long since I’ve used liquid eyeliner I made a mess and it did not look very good. But this is a Good News / Bad News situation! The Bad News is… Yes, I don’t know how to do eyeliner anymore. It’s not like riding a bike. I forgot! It might be over a year since I’ve done eyeliner!! So it was messy, uneven and squiggly. The Good News is… One of the reasons I … [Read more...]
Getting Rid Of Distractions
This book to the right is important. You will know that by then end of this post. One of the big things related to planning your day and getting motivated to do things is getting rid of all of those distractions in your head. On a daily basis we apparently think about the same 98% of things that we thought about the day before. We are living distracted and the worst thing about it is that we are always finding more and more things on the internet … [Read more...]
Exercise Intensity: 3 Ways to Measure How Hard You’re Exercising
Exercise intensity, along with duration, are two factors that people track when they work out. If you’re exercising at a moderate intensity, you need to work out longer to maximize the cardiovascular benefits of aerobic training. On the other hand, if you ramp up the intensity through high-intensity interval training, you can reduce the duration and still get benefits. In fact, some experts believe that, of the two parameters, the intensity is … [Read more...]
If You Thought Muscle Burns Fat, Think Again – This Is Actually How Your Body Burns Fat
You've probably heard that muscle burns fat once or twice from your favorite fitness Instagrammers, a bodybuilder in the gym, or maybe even a random Reddit user. But if you're like us, you like to do your own research and find proof to back up or refute claims like this. Because we want to be strong and also know how our body works, specifically how it burns fat and builds muscle, we asked an expert. "It's not necessarily [that] muscle burns … [Read more...]
My New Favorite Hobby
Ever since I built the island in my kitchen, I've been a little obsessed with making things out of wood. It's a hobby I never even imagined I'd fall into, but I absolutely love it! It's so cool to be able to turn a pile of wood (mostly scraps) into a piece of furniture or something else that's useful. Yesterday, I finished one of my favorite projects so far... I made Noah a bed frame. When Jerry and I were in a time crunch to make over the boys' … [Read more...]
Weight Loss, Watermelon and Weekend Updates with Diego
Summer is coming. (In my head I’m saying this like Game of Thrones style Winter is coming.) And along with summer and hot weather comes… less clothing, beach vacations and the idea that a beach body or bikini body is needed to permission to rock a bathing suit and have fun. It’s not. (Hey, did you watch the #GOTfinale?) The beach doesn’t have a certain weight or size requirement. You can be happy and grateful and have the best time of your life … [Read more...]
2 Simple Tests That Measure Overall Fitness and the Odds of Dying Early
When you visit your physician, they check your blood pressure, body weight, and, possibly, check blood tests, like lipids and blood sugar. These tests provide a general idea of how healthy you are and your likelihood of dying over the next decade or two. But, research reveals that two other parameters may be markers of mortality as well as indicators of overall fitness. Unfortunately, health care professionals don’t routinely test them – but they … [Read more...]
This Is the 1 Life-Changing Running Accessory I Never Leave Home Without
I'm not embarrassed to admit that I'm 100 percent a fair-weather runner. So when the warmer Spring weather finally blew through Vermont a few weeks ago, it totally inspired me to head outside and start trail running again. I love the freedom of running free over roots and streams, trekking up actual hills (it's way more fun than the treadmill incline!), watching my two dogs run alongside me, and feeling the wind and sun on my skin. What I don't … [Read more...]
Transformation Tuesday #2
I'm so excited to post Transformation Tuesday #2! I think this is my favorite series I've ever done on my blog. I just can't get enough of before and after photos, no matter what they are. I hope you enjoy this week's transformations :) Two years ago my husband and I bought a circa-1980 house that used to be located on a farm. It was professionally moved to a city lot and totally rebuilt and updated from the inside out. - Holly, Oregon, … [Read more...]
The Best Cone of Shame Alternatives for Dogs
My lil or I guess I should say not so little Golden Retriever, Diego got fixed last week. And before the surgery I did some research on alternatives to the ‘cone of shame’. In the past I’ve used the soft collar for my old dog and it worked well. So I was going to get that one but then I saw two new options that seem even better. Or at least these other options seemed cuter and that was enough to get me to buy ‘em! And now I’m sharing how the two … [Read more...]
6 Worst Weight Loss Practices
Losing weight isn’t always easy. For some people, it’s highly challenging! But sometimes, we make it even harder by taking part in unhealthy weight loss practices that, ultimately, make it harder to lean down and maintain the weight that you lose. There’s no shortage of weight loss recommendations or fat loss diets out there and some of what you read and hear about is simply bad advice. Some of these products have a profit motive as well. Weight … [Read more...]
The 12 Healthy Meals You Should Order at Panera – and Yes, There Are Low-Carb Options
Sometimes the trick to getting healthier and losing weight starts in very small ways; even the tiniest of changes in your habits can lead to drastic success. Author Matthew Kelly once said, "If a plane from London to New York changes its direction just five degrees south, it will end up in Venezuela." Keep that idea in mind the next time you're heading for a fast-food lunch! Related: … [Read more...]
This Healthy Shopping List Will Make Your Next Trip to Trader Joe’s So Much Simpler
It's possible to make healthy choices when eating out, but the truth is nothing beats a home-cooked meal. When you prepare your own food, you can decide exactly what goes onto each plate, and tailor your meal plan to meet your goals, whatever they may be. Still, if you find yourself at times overwhelmed in the grocery store, this shopping list - specifically designed for going aisle by aisle at Trader Joe's - can help keep you on track. It's the … [Read more...]
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