The Long-term Benefits of Resistance Training
There’s lots of research out there and many times it is difficult to know what you need to do or not do, when it comes to eating and/or exercising. But the more I read, the more I learn how important resistance training is for men and women as we age. Research has shown that strengthening […]
Are You Losing Muscle?
From Tufts Health & Nutrition Letter A research team led by Roger Fielding, PhD. At the Friedman School and senior scientists of the Nutrition, Exercise Physiology and Sarcopenia Team at the Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging worked to uncover the biological mechanisms that cause muscles to increase in size and strength after resistance or […]
Healthy Lifestyle Habits
In recent years you may have heard the term “self-care” frequently. Far from pampering yourself, self-care is a holistic approach to better health based on adopting healthy lifestyle habits. Americans are far less healthy than they could be or have been in the past and these poor habits are putting us at risk at younger […]
Easy Ways to Keep Inflammation in Check
From the Harvard Health Letter A mattress, a toothbrush and a salmon dinner don’t seem to have much in common on the surface. But they all represent healthy lifestyle habits that help fight chronic inflammation, a persistent state of our immune system that is linked to many health problems. The more healthy habits you practice […]
Reclaim Your Pre-Pandemic Function
From Harvard Health Letter Because of the pandemic you may have lost endurance or strength without realizing it. Below are ways to get it back. We’ve moved past some of the immediate effects of the pandemic with many people returning to their previous physical activities. But some people are finding they’re a bit worse off […]
Healthy Holiday Eating Tips
How to Eat Healthy This Holiday Season There’s so much going on this time of year. Along with holiday festivities comes plenty of holiday temptation and indulgences. Below are some of The Fitness Center’s “healthy eating tips” to keep in mind as you enjoy each moment of this special time of year. Never starve yourself […]
The Benefits of Working with a Personal Trainer
If you’ve ever wondered if working with a Personal Trainer is for you, consider the following benefits: Increases accountability: One of the most challenging parts about maintaining a workout routine can be — doing the workouts and doing them consistently. Working with a Personal Trainer will give you the nudge you need to get your […]
Trimming Belly Fat
Environmental Nutrition has looked at the data to bring you the best diet strategies to fight abdominal fat. As most of us know belly fat occurs when excess calories are consumed and what isn’t burned off is deposited in the abdominal area. Unfortunately, some people are predisposed to carry more weight around the middle. Much […]
Feeding Your Brain
Feeding Your Brain According to recent research there are key, diet-based strategies to help keep your brain sharp as we age. Scientific evidence suggests that what you eat plays an important role in learning and memory as you age. There are 5 steps you can take to protect your brain. Pack in phytonutrients. Whole, plant […]
Strength Training and Why You Need It
Why Strength Training is Important Everyone knows the importance of an all inclusive, balanced approach to health and fitness. Some kind of conditioning exercise (cardio) is essential. Eating healthy is a must. Getting enough rest and quality sleep is vital. People are also emphasizing stretching. But strength training? Why Should You Strength Train? Get stronger […]
