Did she say, “Fiberlicious”?!?! You have heard its good for you, but do you know why or how? If you are confused, you’re not alone. Dietary fiber can often be a misunderstood nutrient. It’s not a new talk topic for fitness fanatics; many have acknowledged and promoted fiber’s benefits. But with so much information floating …
February is American Heart month. What better reason to focus on making your heart a HAPPY one!?! Whether you have a romantic partner or not, let this month remind you to express LOVE and live a more satisfying life. Buy yourself flowers, cook up a fresh meal for someone special, get on the yoga mat enjoy …
I did it! I made it to the halfway mark in my 10 series Rolfing experiment. It has been an eye-opening and body-changing process; one that continues to teach me more about proper movement and spinal alignment. I find myself looking forward to each session with Marie and another opportunity to progress towards a …
PROTEIN. It’s an essential macronutrient and paying attention to its source and amount is critical for balanced nutrition, weight loss, and optimal athletic performance. But with so much mixed information in the media today, its hard to know how much protein is necessary for YOU and how to fuel your diet to best accomplish your …
All the holiday shopping, prepping, partying, and rushing around can often get in the way of actually enjoying the season. Cultivating mindfulness and balance is something we could all use more of, especially during this time of the year. While it is difficult not to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the …
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Q: WHATS UP with the SCALE? Ive been consistently working out and eating right for 3 months. I feel better and my clothes fit great! I havent weighed myself since I started with these fitness changes, so I thought Id give the scale a chance after 3 months of healthier habits. I was really sad to …
Rolfing: Session 2. Fancy Footwork! I went in excited and ready for my second Rolfing appointment with Marie. I didn’t know what to expect, and was looking forward to continuing my journey towards a balanced, pain free body . Before we began, Marie quickly gave me the session #2 “run down”. According to Marie, the …
I have worked with Monika Miethke as her group fitness instructor for 4 years. Her energy is contagious; she is in every group fitness class with superstar strength, a smile and a positive attitude. I am so grateful for students like Monika and a happy to highlight her story on this blog. After the Breast …
What’s “In Style” for the Spring Season? COLOR. And not just in your closet…but in your diet. However, the typical American diet color is brown, beige, boring, and nutritionally void. According to the USDA, the average American only eats around three servings of fruits and vegetables a day. And the Department of Health and Human …
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The start of the spring season always brings forth new weight loss and diet resolutions. It seems everyone is working hard to “get in shape for summer / vacation / or swimsuit season”. Often these “quick fix” programs are short lived and lead to frustration and “bikini body burnout”. And all of these goals …