Packing your gym bag is a delicate balance. Remember that packing your gym bag is a delicate balance. So, Stash These Essentials in your Gym Bag. You don’t necessarily want to feel weighted down by your gear as you head to your cardio or lifting session. You do want to have everything you need before, […]
We love sushi, but not all of our kids do. “Yuck! Smelly fish?” So, if you’re cooking for kids, fish can often be a hard sell. Many weekday nights you don’t have time to argue with them, so these Fish-Free Sushi Teriyaki Bowls in all the other great stuff that goes into sushi, swapping the […]
Lose fat and gain muscle in 8 months even at 50+! That’s what Haylee Corron did when she walked in to the gym, and sought help from personal trainer Stefanie Tsengas. Taking your time to lose fat is essential to keeping it off, especially for those of us 50 and over! 21-year-old Haylee Corron was […]
Once considered a niche diet, veganism has gone mainstream — so much so that the number of people following a vegan diet has increased by 350% in the last decade, according to research from the U.K. and the US. At first glance, a vegan diet may seem complicated or overly restrictive. Many of people who […]
by Camille Johnson Managing Your Health with Proper Sleep – You know you feel lousy when you don’t get enough sleep. But did you know that too little sleep can actually have a lasting impact on your mental health? The Crew at Stay Healthy reminds you that sleep deprivation can lead to heightened emotional reactivity, […]
I am 55. As I get closer to my 60’s I realize I need to make sure my body is ready to continue being active. As we get older, taking care of ourselves becomes essential — and a big part of that is exercise. Older adults in their 60s and above should aim to make […]
The Importance of Recovery Rest and recovery is an essential part of any workout routine. Your after-exercise recovery routine has a big impact on your fitness gains and sports performance and allows you to train much more effectively. Unfortunately, most people don’t have an after exercise recovery plan. Here are some tips to get your […]
Being true to one’s self in an extension of one’s well-being. When it comes to overall women’s health, it is especially true that staying true to who you are the best thing you can do for yourself. There are many facets to this ideal. But women, be true to yourself… Learn to take time out […]
What do we mean by ‘Don’t Poor From An Empty Cup’? Pouring from an empty cup is where a person gives from a place of deficiency. It is a well-repeated phrase that essentially means we cannot give to others if we are not taking care of ourselves. So, let’s talk stress. We all have it, […]
California Style Tuna Steak Salad – These Seared Tuna Steaks (we recommend using yellowfin or bigeye tuna) take only SIX MINUTES to cook to medium-rare perfection and are bursting with delicious flavor! And since marinating is optional (but included in this recipe), you can whip this tuna steak recipe up at a moment’s notice. Today […]
It’s easy to look at kettlebell masters such as Primal Swoledier Eric Leija and get inspired. A well-ordered kettlebell flow can be as beautiful and sophisticated as a ballet (or, if you prefer, a choreographed fight scene in a blockbuster action movie). But it’s important to realize that no one starts there—not even an Eric […]
Your core muscles are called that because they’re, well, important. Your core muscles are the muscles deep within the abdominals and back, attaching to the spine or pelvis. Some of these muscles include the transversus abdominis, the muscles of the pelvic floor, and the oblique muscles. Another muscle that is involved in moving the trunk […]
This Article First Appeared on Crazy Gurl as is called, 9 Exercises To Live By. Everyone wants to be & stay in good physical condition. Some of the problems behind NOT following thru with a fitness plan are: not enough time, lack of current physical condition, lack of proper motivation and any other reason one […]
Damn, that’s a tough one. We like both and we’re not alone. But seriously, Which Is the Better: Push-ups or Pull-ups? It’s like asking, “which is better, smooth peanut butter or crunchy?” says John Shelby, C.S.C.S., founder of Third Coast Performance. But if we really had to choose, wed go with pushups. Why? Obviously, pushups […]
There are some debates you and your buddies will never settle. That’s all right. We’ll do it for you. (We did it for a reader’s debacle over the most important exercise, pushups or pullups; read it here.) The question of the day remains preferential: Is it better to eat breakfast before or after a workout? Some […]
What are The Keys to a Consistent Physical Practice? Habit? Health? “It’s not about being pretty or getting fit for Instagram. It’s about getting fit for life.” (Eesa Cantley, Makoa Combatives Group) Aikido master and philosopher of human potential, George Leonard once said, “The athlete that dwells in each of us is more than an […]
Article by Eesa Cantley of Makoa Combatives Group Ever do a burpee? Or 30? Or maybe 100???!!! Ever tackled a circuit that requires, say, five rounds of 15 burpees? If so, you might want someone to blame for bringing this uniquely punishing movement into the world and to the attention of coaches, trainers and fitness […]
You are who you are. Don’t apologize for it. Can I ask you something? How well do you know yourself? Well, whatever you do: Don’t Change Yourself. Improve Yourself. Sometimes, it doesn’t even matter how good your self-awareness is. You might know yourself, but you’re not BEING yourself. Sounds familiar? Here are a few more […]
What’s The Difference Between Health vs. Healing? People plunged into a serious health crisis typically can’t pause to take a deep breath, never mind take a step back to reflect. So to help look at all the ways in which people heal, more in the aftermath than in the midst of critical medical moments, we […]
Article first appeared on Crazy Gurl & is by Eesa Cantley of Nerd of Fitness & Makoa Combatives Group The effect of exercise on health is profound. It can protect you from a range of conditions, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. But the type and amount of exercise you should do […]
4 Steps To Complete Relaxation The issue is simple: You?re overwhelmed every day, and the stress is reaching into every little corner of your life. Take charge of it and regain some inner peace by following these four steps toward reaching a state of complete relaxation. The benefits of relaxation are widely documented, but they […]