10 Nutritious Foods You Should Be Eating To Prepare For Summer 1. Tomatoes Did you know that eating tomatoes can help protect your skin against harmful UV rays? As the sun becomes stronger in the summer, it is essential to take measures to. . .
10 Nutritious Foods You Should Be Eating To Prepare For Summer 1. Bananas Bananas are rich in potassium which helps your body flush out water and sodium to reduce the appearance of being bloated. Potassium-rich foods are ideal for looking and. . .
How Physical Inactivity Affects Your Overall Health Exercise helps strengthen your heart so it can pump blood to your body more efficiently. If your heart is fit, it doesn’t have to work as hard to pump blood, and the force through your. . .
Why Do You Stress Eat? Many people look for comfort in food for both physiological and psychological reasons. When you are stressed, the hormone cortisol rises causing an increase in appetite. Just as often as food is used as a “numbing. . .
What A Healthy, Balanced Diet Looks Like A balanced, nutritious diet focuses on eating healthy foods each day. Plant-based foods are extremely beneficial for heart health and can also help you lose weight; unlike eating processed foods which. . .
The Effects Of Alcohol On Your Fitness Alcoholic Drinks Can Mess With Your Calorie Intake It is no secret that alcohol contains quite a few calories. On top of those calories from the alcohol comes the sugars from grain and fruit in beer and. . .
To help navigate between the good and the bad, nutrition coaches offer expert knowledge and experience to help you develop a healthy relationship with food that fits into your lifestyle. A nutrition coach is a health practitioner who helps their. . .
Rather than going through trial and error with different trending weight loss plans, opt for a personalized approach from the start to allow you to see faster results that you can keep for the long term. 4 Benefits Of Personalized Weight Loss. . .
There is no evidence suggesting that waiting until January first will help you reach your goals. So instead of waiting, start your resolutions now! Why You Should Start Your New Year's Resolution Now Get A Head Start Every day counts. . .
Having a high metabolism can also give you more energy and help you feel better in general. This article will go over some tips to help you increase your metabolism to help you be more successful at losing weight, keeping off the weight, and. . .
Mental health professionals commonly prescribe exercise as part of the treatment for individuals suffering from mental health issues. This article will talk about a few psychological benefits of physical activity to help you improve your mental. . .
5 Snack Ideas For Weight Loss Meal Plans When you satisfy your hunger with healthy snacks, you will be less likely to want to eat unhealthy foods and go over your calorie limit. One of the hardest things about losing weight is knowing which. . .
Tracking Your Diet And Exercise One of the best ways to keep on track of your fitness and weight loss journey is by hiring a personal trainer. A personal trainer will have the knowledge and experience to provide you with workouts tailored to your. . .
Prioritize A Restful Sleep It is recommended that adults receive at least 7-9 hours of sleep each night. When you do not get enough rest, it can have a significant impact on your physical and mental health, not to mention your work performance. . .
Now that spring has arrived, many of us may be feeling the need to drop any added weight from the winter and prepare for the swimsuit season. But before you know it, summer will turn into fall and our warm months will be gone. Appreciate spring. . .
Getting tired of chicken breast for your meals? Try this Amazing Turkey Muffin recipe that can be substituted for any of your protein portions. Today's recipe: Turkey Muffins ! Ingredients: - 1 package lean ground turkey -. . .
Have you been considering using a nutrition coach to help you better reach your weight loss or fitness goals? Here are the five main benefits you can expect from working with one. Anyone who has ever embarked on a weight loss or fitness journey. . .
Nutrition is more than half the battle when it comes to reaching your weight loss or muscle-building goals. Here's how to pick the right meal plan for either. When it comes down to it, the best diet is one you can stick to. Otherwise, you. . .
Are you looking to lose weight by adhering more strictly to your current diet? Here are the 10 best diet hacks that will make it easier for you to lose weight courtesy of those who run our online weight loss program. It's not easy sticking. . .
Are you wanting to use an online nutrition plan to help you lose weight? Not quite sure where to start though? With countless ones available on the web, it can be tough to narrow down your search and select the right one for you and your goals. . . .
Looking to get shredded in a short amount of time? While the gym will certainly help you get there, the food you put in your body is even more important than the gruelling workouts you put yourself through. Here's some tips on how you can best. . .
Have you been thinking of hiring an online nutrition coach to help you lose weight as the COVID-19 pandemic continues? Here are the top ways an online nutrition coach in Calgary can help you achieve your weight loss goals and start living a better. . .
Looking for the top ways to keep all the weight you've lost off for good? While it may have seemed like a lot of work to get to this point, now is when the real hard work begins. Here's how you can keep those additional pounds at bay and. . .
Looking for the best diet for weight loss Calgary? While the internet is a wonderful resource for many things, sometimes fad diets get amplified and lifted above where they should fall in the pantheon of diets due to celebrity exposure. Here are. . .
Wondering what type of nutrition or meal plan you should be on in order to reach your weight-loss goals? Here's the outline of a simple one that's easy to follow and provides great results. If you need a diet or weight loss meal plan. . .
Not sure what creatine is? Wondering if you should be using it when working out? In our article this week, we'll break down this polarizing supplement and hopefully provide you with the info you need to make an informed decision about whether. . .
Have you been trying to lose weight but just can't seem to get the nutrition part down pat? Here are the best nutrition tips to help you get over the hump and lose the weight once and for all. Most good personal trainers will tell you. . .
Looking for an easy and simple way to help with your weight loss Calgary? One of the least difficult things you can do is to make some simple changes when strolling through the aisles of your favourite grocery store. Here are five simple food swaps. . .
Wondering what the best nutrients for weight loss are? Not sure where to start? While there's no shortage of conflicting advice on the Internet nowadays, there's something to be said for getting back to the basics of tried and true. . . .
Are you considering investing in a fitness and nutrition plan? At our Calgary gym, we offer customized weight loss and nutrition programs to help you achieve all your goals and become healthier and happier without dieting. Good nutrition is an. . .
If you’re looking to lose weight, the Ketogenic diet might be for you! Ketogenics is a weight loss method that has been around for 90 years, but what is it? And why is it the latest craze in weight loss? The Keto diet. You've heard about. . .
Are you working out and eating a healthy diet, but still not seeing results? It may be because of your alcohol intake. Here's why drinking is bad for weight loss. When it comes to losing weight, one of the most common questions people ask. . .
This summer say no to fad diets for weight loss! Slim down and maintain your new figure with these 4 simple summer eating tips. Diets for weight loss are used by many individuals who are trying to quickly achieve the figure they’ve always. . .
Don’t let the holidays derail you from your healthy weight loss diet! Here are some simple and easy holiday eating tips from our Calgary nutrition coach to help keep you on track this festive season. Healthy holiday eating can be tricky. . .
Are you trying to lose weight or simply become more fit? No matter your goals, investing in personal training and a nutrition coach can have enormous benefits. Staying in good health and shape requires that you engage in a regular workout. . .
With the many hurdles life can throw your way, why does weight have to be one of those challenges? Struggling with weight loss is a common issue many people encounter. A common pattern many people may follow when they start a weight loss program or. . .
Are you one of those people who seem to believe that no matter how much you plan your meal or try different weight loss methods, fixing your diet seems like an impossible feat? Food is a science and fortunately, nutrition coaches have educated. . .
This is one of my favorite brekfast recipes! They are so quick to make. Each muffin equals 4 egg whites. I eat 2 with a piece of sprouted grain toast for breakfast :) DIRECTIOINS: Preheat oven to 400 1 red pepper diced 1 green pepper. . .
We are now on Day 26 of our Ketogenic Diet. We have made quiet a few yummy recipes with "Keto Friendly" foods! We wanted to share one of our favourite recipes which is a Low Carb/Keto Friendly Pizza. It tastes way more yummy then the tradiontal. . .
So today is Day 15 of being on the Ketogenic Diet and we feel AMAZING!! Tons of energy and mental clarity! For those of you unsure what this is here is a little info on the diet:: A Keto Diet is well known for being a low carb diet, where. . .
Gingersnaps are one of my favorite holiday cookies so I thought I would try making a healthier version to satisfy my sweet tooth. These cookies taste sooooo yummy you would never guess they are good for you!! Happy Holidays Fit Fam! xo. . .
Ingredients: 1/3 cup Quick Oats or Oat flour 1/2 scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder (I used Syntha 6 vanilla ice cream by BSN) 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon 1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg 1 tsp Truvia 2 tbsp Pumpkin Puree 1 Whole egg 4 Egg Whites 2 tbsp. . .
Flourless Chocolate Protein Zucchini Bread Ingredients 2 cups of ground quick oats 1/3 cup cocoa powder sifted 2/3 cup Truvia 1tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 3 scoops chocolate protein powder (I used 100% natural whey. . .
Grilled Chicken with Pineapple Avocado Salsa and Tomato, Cucumber and Avocado Salad Pineapple Avocado Salsa Ingredients 2 cups of diced pinapple 1 avocado, diced 1 jalepeno, seeded and finely diced (half of a jalepeno for less. . .
We have decided to switch up our fibrous carbs in our meals. Instead of our usual broccili, asparagus, spinach and green beans we are going to be having cabbage. Yes, I said cabbage. This veggie is not only fibrous but has several other health. . .
Try this tasty sodium free, low carb meal. Grill some fresh Tilapia fillets in a frying pan on medium for about 8 mins total, flipping once. Sprinkle some sodium free spice on both sides of the fish. Asparagus is tasty steamed in a pan with a tiny. . .
This is a great low carb meal. Grill some Cod in a frying pan with a little lemon pepper. I like to keep the pan around medium and add a tbsp or so of water around the edges to help it steam. Add some sodium free Lemon Pepper spice. This is a nice. . .
PB & J Valentines Protein Cookies Ingredients 1 cup of All Natural Peanut Butter 1 large Egg 1 large Egg White 1 tbsp Unsweetened Apple Sauce 1 oz water Add Truvia or your favorite sweetener to taste 1 scoop of Vanilla Protein. . .
I made this tasty soup tonight. We also paired it with a small portion of Quinoia. Ingredients 1/2 Onion 1 Red Pepper 4 Chicken Breast 3 tbsp Olive Oil 1 cup diced Tomatoes 1 can light Mushroom Soup 2 Garlic. . .
This is one of my favorite recipes to make when its cold out. Its so simple and last for days! I make a huge batch and always freeze some as well. I like alot of spice so please adjust spices accordingly if spicy isn't for you :) Enjoy. . .
Protein Black Bean Brownies Ingredients: 1/3 Cup Oats 1 Scoop Chocolate Protein Powder 1/4 Tsp salt 1/2 Tsp cinnamon 1 Tsp vanilla extract 4 Tbsp Cocoa Powder 5 egg whites 1 Whole Egg 1/4 cup Truvia 2 Tbsp coconut oil 1. . .
Chocolate Coconut Protein Muffins Ingredients 2 Scoops of chocolate protein powder 2 Tbsp Truvia 4 Tbsp Cocoa Powder 1/2 Cup Ground Oats of Coconut Flour 1 Tsp Baking Powder 1 Tsp Baking Soda 1/4 Tsp Salt 1/4 Cup Unsweetened. . .
Flourless Banana Muffins Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce 2 cups of ground oats 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 1/4. . .
One of our favorite recipes that is easy to make, and also easy to control the serving size. They can be either pressed flat and cooked in a pan, or press them into muffin tins and bake. Turkey Meatballs Ingredients 2lbs ground turkey. . .
There is much confusion as to the different types of proteins and how they should best be used. The following is a quick comparison between Whey and Casein.
This Lentil Re-feed stew is very tasty. Great for carb loading or after big workouts. 350 calories per cup, 70 carb, 20 protein, 2 fat.