Much like the treadmill or elliptical machine, if you want to get a great workout using a stationary bike, you just have to pay attention to the numbers on the display. Here are some tips: Warm up at a low level (1 or 2) for about 3 – 5 minutes. Have a look a the [...]

I cooked a healthy meal for dinner (baked chicken parmesan and a big salad), but after dinner I still wanted to eat.  I was full, but I wanted a certain taste in my mouth. Salted mixed nuts to be precise. So, I drank a whole glass of water – but even after it,  I still wanted those [...]

When I crave chocolate, nothing but chocolate is going to satisfy me. I’m very happy I was introduced to Vita Muffins! If you haven’t heard of these already, you’re in for a treat!  They are a great alternative to grabbing a chocolate bar or a piece of cake. They come in a variety of flavors, my favorite of course is deep chocolate. At 100 calories a pop [...]

Over the last five months I have posted three different exercise series. One where you perform exercises using your own body weight, one where you can do exercises with a stability ball and the one I just wrapped up using resistance bands. Now that you have all this information, how do you apply it? Well- the good news it, it [...]

We get so caught up in trying to exercise primarily to burn calories, we forget about all the other benefits that strength training has! Strengthens your heart while strengthening your muscles. Can lower your risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Can help lower blood pressure and cholesterol. Helps to build bone density. (Especially important for women.) [...]

Well, here you have it! This is what my dinner plate looked like last night! So easy, so healthy! Tuna Steak with Green Beans I bought frozen tuna stakes and thawed them. In a pan on medium/high, I sautéed fresh garlic in olive oil I added the steaks and seasoned with salt, pepper and fresh [...]

These little oranges are everywhere in the grocery stores now. Some are Clementines, some Mandarin Oranges and some Tangerines! But, whatever type you prefer,  they are all delicious! And, they are GREAT for curbing a sweet tooth! Fruit is natures candy after all.  With only 45 calories for a 3 ounce orange, theses little puppies make up almost half [...]

Here are two more exercises you can do at home with your stability ball to strengthen those core muscles. Basic Crunch with a Ball This exercise is very simple. Just perform a basic crunch! This time place your feet on top of the ball so that you have a 90 degree bend at your knees with your feet [...]

The weather is turning! If you’re someone who likes to get your cardiovascular exercise from outdoor activity, this can prove more challenging. Of course, you can ski, snowshoe and cross country ski when there is snow on the ground- but not all of us have the gear or the desire to do so. I know that stepping [...]

I train people in their own home so sometimes my clients will have their children with them. One of the things I love to do is include them in the workout! How? We play a game called- what kind of animal are you? If you have kids try playing this game with them for 20 [...]