Weight Loss Tips; Body Composition Measurement the What, How, and Why
Body composition measurements are used to monitor the success or failure of weight-loss and muscle gain. The things to measure are weight, circumference measurements, and body fat to lean body mass ratio. The Body Mass Index (BMI) is also measured as a marker for potential health risks. Weight loss tip: To see more accurate changes in your body use total body composition analysis. Why? It will help motivate you as you see continued changes in the measurements because the weight scale...
Read MoreExercise and Running Barefoot; Is it for you, what’s the benefits, and is it hygienic?
I’m sure you’ve seen the people who run or workout barefoot or maybe wearing those funky shoes that simulate the barefoot feeling and have wondered, “is that good for you?” Perhaps, you may have even been grossed out thinking, “the floors are super dirty; can you contract anything by walking in the gym in bare feet?” So quickly, in bullet points for easy reading, this is everything you should know about working out and running barefoot: Safety...
Read MorePregnancy Workout; Health & Fitness Guidelines For Every Stage of Pregnancy
First and foremost, always ask your doctor for advise on any matter that involves the health of you and your baby. Though women have gone through this process for thousands of years, each woman is unique as each pregnancy is special and it’s best to air on the side of caution and listen to your particular body needs. As a certified personal trainer, with education and experience in pre/post natal training it is a privilege to help this special group of clients maintain their good...
Read MoreWorth Your Time; Let Aimee Mullins Inspire You…
Because she certainly inspires me… Aimee Mullins is an athlete, model/actress, and leader by example. The unfathomable great challenge of losing both her legs at 1 years old was the adversity that gave her the opportunity to lead such an extraordinary life. Be in awe. Be...
Read MoreMotivation Made Easy; Learn How You Can Do Anything For 5 Minutes
OK, perhaps a slight exaggeration, but certainly we have seen through Reality TV shows what the human will can tolerate and do if incentivized well enough. Suffice it to say, InpsireHappy will never ask you to do anything that’s gross or remotely dangerous for these 5 minutes we are claiming that you can do anything. So what are we saying then? The things that you have been putting off, from as simple a task as doing dishes, to doing work projects, to getting your exercise on- YOU...
Read MoreMultitasking; Top 3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Do It During Exercise
It seems multitasking is now synonymous with living. The “judgment” police may even label you as lazy if you are not a regular multitasker. Eek! In general, I am a fan of doing multiple tasks as long as no safety hazards are crossed because multitasking can sometimes lead to a sense of efficiency. I say “sense” because I have found that unless your whole being is present in the current action you’re doing, you are more than likely sacrificing real...
Read MoreIs it Healthy Just To Use Sea Salt? What About My Iodine Nutrient Needs? Top 5 Guidelines.
I have been asked this question recently by various fitness professionals and clients. I did not know the answer, but thank goodness my job motivates me to find it… Briefly here are answers to the questions of interest: What is iodine? Iodine is a trace element that is necessary for healthy thyroid function. What is goiter? According to Medilexicon’s medical dictionary, goiter is “A chronic enlargement of the thyroid gland, not due to a neoplasm, occurring endemically...
Read MoreHow To Stop and Nix These Top 5 Excuses of Why You Are Not Exercising!
Let’s just start with the hardest… Excuse #1: I hate to exercise! Well I’m glad you know how you feel about exercise and since you hate it, I don’t recommend that you do it. Instead, what I do recommend is to go PLAY! And please, take it literally. Go play a sport you like, go dancing (my favorite kind of playing), or get a Wii and play badminton! Before you know it, you’ll be breaking a sweat! And I don’t care how you get to sweating–...
Read MorePart 3: How To Workout Your Total Body with an Easy-To-Follow, Low-Impact Circuit Training Series C
View Circuit A and Circuit B in the Low-Impact Circuit Training Series Program Tips: Always warm up with a 10 minute walk and some flowing stretches. Additionally you may warm up and relieve muscle tension by using a foam roller — watch tutorial. If you are new to exercise or just getting back into the groove, do each circuit 1x, 2x a week. For example do Circuit A, Monday, Circuit B, Thursday– add Circuit C when you are able. When you get stronger and are more stable you...
Read MoreWhat Happens When You Eat Top Ramen… OMG
Just sharing the disturbing facts… 5 minute video footage of the digestive process of processed foods versus whole foods.
Read MorePart 2: How To Workout Your Total Body with an Easy-To-Follow, Low-Impact Circuit Training Series B
Here’s your next circuit Mr. Jones! Program Tips: Always warm up with a 10 minute walk and some flowing stretches. Additionally you may warm up and relieve muscle tension by using a foam roller — watch tutorial. If you are new to exercise or just getting back into the groove, do each circuit 1x, 2x a week. For example do Circuit A, Monday, Circuit B, Thursday– add Circuit C when you are able. When you get stronger and are more stable you can do each circuit 2-5x...
Read MoreHow To Workout Your Total Body with an Easy-To-Follow, Low-Impact Circuit Training Series A
January was a crazy month! February is looking uber-productive! Of course, I got new clients who I have the pleasure of guiding to live a healthier and thus happier life. I celebrated with existing clients new milestones of success and wrote new progressive programs for the year to keep them motivated. Last but not least, InspireHappy launched their first of many health & lifestyle mobile and tablet apps, the InspireHappy Genie! If you have not guessed, InspireHappy provides a...
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