health
Produce: 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,…
Read MoreSelecting the Right Running Shoe
Today’s contribution is from Big Peach Running Co. Want to become a better runner? For many of us simply spending more time running can attain a substantial improvement in performance. Pretty simple, right? Run more – get better at it. Of course, having a well-conceived training plan as opposed to simply logging junk miles will…
Read MoreIs Sea Salt healthier than Iodized Salt?
Today’s contribution is from Good Measure Meals’ Sarah Shanahan MS, RDN, LD Let’s face it, salt makes food taste good – and we consume a lot of it. Most of the sodium we consume doesn’t even come from a salt shaker, but from packaged foods and eating out. We know that consuming too much leads…
Read MoreMilk Myths
Today’s contribution is from Good Measure Meals’ Alissa Palladino, MS, RDN, LD If you’re feeling confused about milk these days, you’re not alone. Check out the dairy section of any supermarket and you’re sure to find an endless variety of dairy and non-dairy alternatives. Cow’s milk, soy milk, almond milk… with so many options and competing…
Read MoreHeart Rate Zones
Today’s contribution is from Big Peach Running Co There are a lot of runners that don’t understand the reasons for training using a plan that is based on heart rate zones. We’ll explain how heart rate based training can help improve your performance on race day! Many times runners don’t understand that despite running 3-5 times…
Read MoreDear 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 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…
Read MoreSalad Sabotage?
Today’s contribution is by Good Measure Meals’ Alissa Palladino MS, RDN, LD. Salad is often a go-to meal when you’re trying to eat more healthfully. But if you’re not mindful about your choices, that salad may unintentionally be sabotaging your health goals – and your chance of winning FitTrip! Whether or not your salad supports…
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