Nutrition & Exercise

I work with a company called Fit Body Boot Camp, and we are opening a new franchise in Valparaiso, Indiana. Owner Michele Stalion will be hosting a Grand Opening at her location, Valparaiso FBBC, on December 16th, 2017 at 902 Calumet Ave #3,...

The holidays have arrived with all the high-calorie food and drinks of the season. It’s really no wonder why most of us gain weight during the next five weeks. Sweet temptations are everywhere. Holiday cookies, gingerbread houses, pumpkin pies, and...

We are so grateful to be able to serve our community and help our clients live healthier happier lives. Here are the success stories of some of our clients from this year. We are looking forward to helping more of our community members achieve and...

Here’s a unique new salad recipe to try, that’s far from ordinary. With cabbage, green olives, chickpeas, quinoa and a lemony dressing, this salad really satisfies! It’s fantastic as a meal all on its own, or to be served with a larger meal....

Earlier this week I posted a video on FB with tips to help you make it through Thanksgiving Day without sabotaging your waist line. Click here to see the video in case you missed it. After seeing the video a client of mine suggested I take it step...

What Is Pilates Reformer? One of the best things about the reformer is its versatility. Exercises can be done lying down, sitting, standing, pulling the straps, pushing the footbar, perched on the footbar, perched on the shoulder blocks, with...

The number one reason why people don't exercise is that they don't have time. At least that's what they tell themselves. I know we are all busy. Between getting to and from work, balancing responsibilities and having time for yourself, there's little...

What makes a good trainer? Is it his ability to make you do as many burpees as he can inside a minute? Is he like our mom at dinner, hovering over our mental shoulder making sure we eat our broccoli? Or is it something a bit more intangible than...

Today, I have an awesome (EASY!) recipe for homemade Honey Peanut butter for you to enjoy. It’s a little salty, a little sweet and quite delicious. If you have a peanut allergy then feel free to sub in any other nut or seed for the peanuts. Making...

Certain foods are powerful. They cast a spell over the most well-meaning dieter, and cause logical people to overeat until their sides hurt. They occupy your thoughts to the point of obsession as you try to ignore a plate of cookies. And when it's...