Posts by FitTrip Challenge
Snack Smart
Today’s contribution is by Good Measure Meals’ Alissa Palladino, MS, RDN, LD, ACSM-CPT Wisely-planned snacks can be crucial to your success throughout the day. Why? Glucose is the body’s primary source of energy. And, blood glucose (AKA sugar) dips three to five hours after eating, and stored glucose is usually depleted by six hours. So,…
Read MoreSun Salutations for Body, Mind & Spirit
Today’s contribution is by Tanya Jesunas, RYT-200, Corporate Health Unlimited Group Fitness Instructor Whether or not you have practiced yoga before, chances are you are familiar with the many benefits a yoga practice offers. It turns out, you don’t have to commit to a full hour of yoga practice to reap its many benefits.…
Read MoreTraveling Nutrition
Today’s contribution is by GMMs’ Alissa Palladino, MS, RDN, LD, ACSM-CPT Whether you’re traveling for work or pleasure, being away from your kitchen can make it challenging to stick with your healthy eating goals. But with a little planning and prep, you can stay on track when you’re on the road. Pack food: Instead…
Read MoreHow to Create Your Own Workout
Today’s contribution is by Jamie Colcord, B.S, CPT – Program Manager at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital James C. Kennedy Fitness Center. Do you feel lost or like you have no idea where to start with exercising? How about stuck or bored with your workouts? One easy way to fix this is to create your…
Read MoreWhat to Look for in a GPS Watch
Today’s contribution is from Big Peach Running Co. Nothing can be as intimidating as buying a GPS running watch. These days there are so many options in features and brands, that researching those features and why they’re important are enough to make your head spin.Do I need those features? Will they make me a…
Read MoreSports Nutrition: Do you really need a supplement?
Today’s contribution is by Good Measure Meals’ Alissa Palladino, MS, RDN, LD, ACSM-CPT Whether you’re doing cardio or lifting weights, the nutrition you provide your body is key. Particularly after exercise, refueling within 30 minutes to one hour of your workout promotes optimal recovery. While you may be tempted to grab a protein supplement…
Read MoreRun Safe, Run Smart
Today’s contribution is from Big Peach Running Co. Whether you run or walk in the dark or during daylight hours, a good safety plan is just as important as a good training plan. Gearing Up To See and Be Seen: If you train before the sun rises or after it sets, are you dressed like…
Read MoreSnooze or Lose!
Today’s contribution is from Ryan Kivlin, B.S, M.S, CSCS, Wellness Associate at Barbara Cox Fitness Center Sleep. It’s an essential factor for recovering from your day whether you are physically active or not. The human body reacts to various stimuli throughout the day which affects the nervous system. Things like exposure to fluorescent light, constant sound…
Read MoreStretching Basics
Today’s contribution is from Big Peach Running Co. Avoid injury and fatigue, learn how to stretch properly. WHO Should Stretch? Anyone and everyone who regularly runs, walks, hikes, bikes or participates in other physical activities. WHAT/WHERE Should You Stretch? The major muscle groups used for your activity. Runners for example need to stretch their legs and glutes.…
Read MoreProduce: Beyond Fresh
Today’s contribution is from Good Measure Meals’Olivia Burbi, MS, RDN, LD While the world of nutrition research may sometimes seem uncertain, one recommendation remains the same: eat your fruits and vegetables! Fruits and veggies are nutritional powerhouses, but are still widely under-consumed by most Americans. They are high in fiber, vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients,…
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