Posts by Individual Fitness
How to Lose Weight Permanently: 11 Steps to a Healthier You
If you’re like most people, you probably want to lose weight permanently. You may have tried a million different diets, but they never seem to work in the long run. Diets are temporary solutions that don’t address the real problem: your unhealthy lifestyle habits. In this blog post, we will discuss 11 steps that will…
Read MoreYour summer for change: hot summer fitness tips
You know what I love about summer? It’s when I feel the most energized. It’s the time of year when I feel I can make some big changes. When the sun is out. When I find myself outside and doing more (rather than being stuck in my usual routine). That’s when I find myself motivated…
Read MoreStrawberry Shortcake Smoothie
1 scoop vanilla protein powder ½ cup frozen strawberries ½-¾ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk ¼ cup Greek yogurt 4-6 vanilla wafers 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 squirts honey ½ cup ice cubes Calories: 250 Protein: 28g Carbs: 17g Fat: 4g
Read MoreMemorial Day Weekend: Tips for a Healthy, Fun-filled Holiday
The unofficial start of summer is finally here! Memorial Day Weekend is a time for friends and family to get together, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate all that we’re grateful for. If you’re looking to have some healthy fun this weekend, follow these simple tips. Get active! One of the best things about summer is…
Read MoreHealthy Memorial Day Recipes
Southwestern Black Bean, Quinoa and Mango Medley Ingredients 15-ounce can black beans, no salt added, rinsed and drained 1 cup cooked quinoa (according to package directions) 1 cup fresh or frozen corn 1 small red bell pepper, chopped 1 cup chopped fresh mango ¼ cup finely chopped red onion ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro 1…
Read MoreMixed Berry Zinger Smoothie
IF’s VERY first Smoothie that was made in house! 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk ¼ cup mixed berries 1 scoop vanilla protein powder ¼ seedless orange 1 tsp cinnamon 1 cup ice cubes Nutrition Information: Calories: 196 Protein: 23g Carbs: 19.4g Fat: 2.2g
Read MoreTreat your feet: buy comfortable sneakers
Treat your feet!! Sneakers are an extremely important part of your workout, don’t buy kicks that kill. It should be love at first step when you’re trying on your new sneakers. If you want to be able to work out comfortably and without pain, then you need to make sure you are buying the right…
Read MoreWatermelon Breeze Smoothie
1 cup watermelon ¼ cup almond milk Squirt of honey 1 scoop vanilla protein 1 tbsp lime juice 1 cup ice Nutrition Info: Calories: 206 Protein: 24g Carbs: 18g Fat: 3g
Read MoreThe Importance of Flexibility as We Age
When most of us think about staying healthy as we age, we focus on eating right and exercising. It’s no secret that our bodies change as we age, making it more difficult to do the things we used to take for granted. But there is one key factor that can make a world of difference:…
Read MoreWeight Loss And Aging: The What, Why and How
Weight loss is important at any age, but it becomes even more crucial as we get older. You may have heard that as you get older, it becomes increasingly more difficult to lose weight. But this isn’t always the case! In fact, there are many things you can do to improve your health and reduce…
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