Sustainable Dieting is Possible!

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In a world obsessed with quick fixes and instant results, dieting has become an enticing solution for those seeking to shed unwanted pounds. Magazines, social media, and the diet industry constantly bombard us with promises of rapid weight loss and the perfect body. However, beneath the surface of these enticing promises lies a harsh reality;…

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Weight Loss Supplements

weight loss supplements

Weight loss supplements are a multi-billion dollar industry, but there is little scientific evidence to support their long term effectiveness. In fact, some weight loss supplements can even be harmful. The vast majority of weight loss supplements contain ingredients that have not been clinically proven to help people lose weight. Ingredients, such as caffeine and…

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The Trouble with Weight Loss Programs

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What is a Weight Loss Program? Weight loss programs typically focus on total body weight loss. According to wikipedia, weight loss is the “reduction of the total body mass, by a mean loss of fluid, body fat (adipose tissue), or lean mass (namely bone mineral deposits, muscle, tendon, and other connective tissue). Weight loss can…

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Is alcohol impeding your weight loss goal?

weight loss goal

So, you eat well, exercise regularly, can’t get rid of those stubborn pounds and reach your weight loss goal.  Have you considered how much alcohol you drink? I’m not here to lecture you about how much you drink, but just want you to consider how calories from alcohol may impact your weight loss goal. You…

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Healthy Baked Chicken

Enjoy this healthy baked chicken recipe. Takes about 30 minutes to make and is healthy and tasty for the whole family. Try it tonight! INGREDIENTS 2 egg whites 1 clove garlic, minced 1 cup dry bread crumbs 2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 6 skinless, boneless…

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Connect exercise and fun by learning good habits.

Connect Exercise and Fun

Children Develop Important Skills Weekly walks at McKay Lake lake connect exercise and fun! They bring so many smiles and feelings of accomplishment, while tapping into the neural pathways that connect exercise with fun! Better yet, the children, that routinely join our walks, benefit by learning the value of health, understanding the importance of self-care and…

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Take Charge Of Your Health

Managing your health is a challenge, one determined by the choices that you make daily. To make decisions that last, you must understand the benefits and consequences of your choices. Ask the following questions: – Do I truly value my health? – What are the benefits of making daily healthy choices? – What are the…

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Stretch What?!?

Do you stretch? Is it really that important? What is Dynamic Stretching vs. Static Stretching? Today we are taking a look at two types of stretching and how to perform them. I started running in 2006 and would sit in my driveway doing a sit and reach to touch my toes and then off I…

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Perfect: The Enemy of Good

Perfect: The Enemy of Good

Perfect: the enemy of good. We focus so much of our time on all of the things we would like to change about ourselves.  As we start to go down that path, we become quickly overwhelmed and give up on our healthier lifestyle.  In other words, striving to become perfect is not allowing us to become good.     Research…

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