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Optimizing Recovery
Recovery plays an essential role in the human body’s ability to remain in homeostasis. One of the keyways to ensure your body is rejuvenated and ready to go, is to ensure you receive 7 to 8 hours of sleep daily. Optimizing your sleep allows your muscles and organs to function and rejuvenate the necessary cells…
Read MoreGoals – They are Important!
Today’s contribution was submitted by Kayla Kelly, BS, NETA-GFI – Wellness Manager from Corporate Health Unlimited. Goals are the stepping stones in finding success. Having goals for what we want to do in life, and working towards them is very important. The path towards our goals may not always be easy, but if we…
Read MoreSports Nutrition – Do You Really Need a Supplement?
Today’s contribution is by Alissa Palladino, MS, RDN, LD, ACSM-CPT – Registered Dietitian with Good Measure Meals 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…
Read MoreFitness Should Be Fun!
Today’s contribution is by Emily Spencer, MPH, NASM – CPT – Wellness Associate at the James C. Kennedy Fitness Center. Do you dread heading to the fitness center to workout? There are lots of people who think they hate exercising because they find the traditional fitness center setting boring or intimidating. Maybe you get…
Read MoreMilk Myths – Debunked
Today’s contribution is by Alissa Palladino MS, RDN, LD, ACSM-CPT, our Dietitian from Good Measure Meals 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…
Read MoreSneaking Veggies into your Meals
Today’s contribution is by Morgan Perdue – Wellness Coordinator at Chip Allen Fitness Center. Nutrition plays a big role in your overall health and wellness. Even with daily exercise, it can prove challenging to reach your daily goals without proper nutrition. A balanced diet compromised of vegetables, fruits, grains, dairy, protein, and healthy fats is…
Read MoreSalad Sabotage?!?
Today’s contribution is by Alissa Palladino MS, RDN, LD, ACSM-CPT – Registered Dietitian with Good Measure Meals. 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…
Read MoreThe REAL Way to Get A 6 Pack- And It’s Not By Doing Crunches All Day Long!
Today’s contribution is by Jamie Colcord, B.S., CPT, Health Coach – Program Manager at Tuner Athletic Club at Techwood. Flat six pack abs, washboard abs, toned stomach – all of these may be something you are interested in attaining during these 12 weeks of FitTrip. Well I am here to tell you a secret. …
Read MoreGoals
Today’s contribution is by Pam Wells, B.S., NETA – Program Manager at Pulse Fitness. Goals: What are they and how do we set them? We all set goals throughout life – relating to many different aspects. But how do we know the goals we’re setting for ourselves are working for us or against us? Are…
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…
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