Week #1 of the Holiday Challenge, we are focusing on strengthening our core! Every week throughout the Holiday Challenge, we are posting a resistance workout for participants looking to engage in muscle-strengthening activities. Each workout has a different focus, but all include modifications so that individuals of various fitness levels can participate. We encourage everyone […]| Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less
Tracking is once again a winner when it comes to helping us achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Tracking has long been a key strategy included in most weight management programs, including the Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less and Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes programs. Writing down everything that we are eating and […]| Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less
The brand I currently purchase is Ken’s Simply Vinaigrette Italian. Since I work with Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Kelly Nordby, I thought it would be interesting to get her thoughts on this commercially processed product.| Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less
With busy schedules, it is not always easy to fit physical activity into our days. The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend adults strive for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity each week and 2 days of muscle-strengthening activities involving all major muscle groups. Looking at your schedule […]| Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less
Studies have shown how having fun can reduce stress, improve sleep, increase serotonin and endorphins, and keep us moving more, among countless other day-to-day benefits. These day-to-day benefits can in turn contribute to longer-term benefits for our health, such as preventing heart disease and diabetes.| Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less
As we enter the time of year when people start thinking about behavior change, I think it’s important to go into these changes realistically. Don’t get me wrong, goals are GREAT! Setting goals is necessary for change and focus. Sticking with and achieving goals is rewarding but it is good to make sure that your goals are realistic.| Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less
Wellness describes the “active pursuit of activities, choices, and lifestyles that lead to holistic health.” This encompasses physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being, among others.| Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less
Saying "no" to social invitations doesn't have to mean the end of a relationship. It's all about finding the right balance between your personal commitments and your relationships.| Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less
