Archive for February 2017
Dear Detox
Today’s contribution is from Good Measure Meals’ Kathryn Shubert RDN, LD You’re ready for a fresh start and the thought of a cleanse or detox may have entered your mind as a great way to jump start your FitTrip goals. But, is it the best way to win? It is even safe? Fact #1: The weight will…
Read MoreThe Scale: Friend or Foe?
Today’s contribution is by Delta Air Lines Fitness Center’s at GO Program Manager, Carla Hardy MS, CSCS, CSN, EIM Don’t be discouraged if your weight fluctuates day by day or throughout the day. Shifts in water weight, constipation, and even the food you just ate can cause the daily changes you see on the scale. These daily weight…
Read MoreWill Gluten-Free Help Me Win?
Today’s contribution is by Good Measure Meals’ Sarah Shanahan MS, RDN, LD A 2013 Mintel survey reveled 65% percent of people opt for gluten-free foods because they believe gluten-free foods are “healthier”. Twenty seven percent go gluten-free to lose weight. The real question is, will going gluten-free help you win FitTrip? What is gluten? Gluten is protein found…
Read MoreSmoothie Sabotage
Today’s contribution is from Good Measure Meals’ Kathryn Shubert RDN, LD Smoothies can be a quick and easy way to incorporate more fruits and veggies into your diet or to make a speedy breakfast. Smoothies and juices have also been widely chosen as meal replacements and to help shed unwanted weight. Are smoothies really…
Read MoreWhy Stretch?
Today’s contribution is by Phoenix Athletic Club’s, Kayla Kelly B.S., SCW Stretching, the most neglected part of the workout for most people. We often get caught up in cardio and strength training and forget an important aspect, stretching. Are you a chronic “sitter” where you spend most of your day sitting? Maybe you have…
Read MoreNew Year's Advice: Embrace Your Different!
Today’s contribution is from Mike Cosentino of Big Peach Running Co. Before there was Big Peach, I was employed at The Coca-Cola Co. on the Customer Marketing team. This group was somewhat positioned as a platoon between our own Brand Management teams and the largest National Accounts. And I still easily recall when a…
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