TOP 6 All Year Round Lifestyle Detoxification Tips

By Brooke Rodgers – Certified Holistic Health Coach “Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live. ~ Jim Rohn” When we think of going on a “detox,” we think of a strict dietary regime that consists of a 3-6 week period, or even longer. But, what we are failing to put in perspective is the …

TOP 6 All Year Round Lifestyle Detoxification Tips

  By Brooke Rodgers – Certified Holistic Health Coach “Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live. ~ Jim Rohn” When we think of going on a “detox,” we think of a strict dietary regime that consists of a 3-6 week period, or even longer. But, what we are failing to put in perspective is …

Ways to Stay Smart Over The Holidays

By Shannon Flanagan – CPT 1. Plan ahead. Visualize what you are going to do at the party. This will help you stick to your plan. • Tell yourself you will fill up a plate and not go for a second serving. • Pick one dessert you want to have and have a small piece • Focus on the company …

5 Must Have Christmas Gifts for 2013

By Bill Waltzek – CPT This holiday get your fitness fanatic something they will love.  We picked some of the hottest gifts this season for the active recipient.  You might even pick something up for yourself.   1) Powerbeats by Dre You know how important music is to motivation. Use the same earphones as LeBron James as he and Dr. …

Protein Pancakes

By Amy Pelz -Pro Figure Competitor/ForwardFit Client Since working out with Bill Waltzek, my Personal Trainer, and learning the in’s and out’s of nutrition, I have also found ways to be more creative with the healthy foods I consume. Once you get to know the basics, you can tweak them to your liking. For instance, this is great recipe I …

The 5 Key Factors to Stay Fit

By Bill Waltzek – CPT  We all know the following steps are important to help us maintain a healthy lifestyle. But how often are you actually doing them? Below is a quick reminder of the 5 key factors to stay fit.   1. Nutrition – Eating healthy is one of the most important things you can do to lose weight. …

Cut Calories by Using PB2

By Shannon Flanagan – CPT Peanut butter…the best spread that goes with everything, right?  If it didn’t have such a high calorie and fat count I would eat it by the spoonful all day long.  I discovered a product called PB2 about a year ago and now I use this on just about anything.  It is an all-natural, powdered peanut …

4 Keys to Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals

By Bill Waltzek – CPT   Losing weight is hard and can be frustrating.  We are more sedentary than ever and can get easily lost with the many ways to lose weight.  Stick with these 4 simple tips and watch the inches melt away.   Plan – Preparation is paramount.   If your food is not prepared it is very easy …

Vitamix Recipes

By Shannon Flanagan – CPT I recently splurged and bought a Vitamix.  I never thought I could love a kitchen appliance so much.  This machine makes all my shakes, soups, apple sauce, sauces, salsas, and also nut butters (if I have the time to make them) I have made my healthy version of ice cream and pancakes in them as …

Find the Balance to Good Health and a Manageable Life

  By Shannon Flanagan – CPT Everywhere you look these days there seems to be more information about how to improve your health. It seems there are a million methods of reducing stress and promoting wellness. It can be confusing and downright frustrating sometimes to figure out what diet, herb or exercise program is right for you without breaking the …