May is Mental Health Month. According to the National Alliance of Mental Illness, every person in America knows someone with a mental health condition and 1 in 5 Americans will be affected by a mental health condition in their lifetime. In light of these statistics and Mental Health Month, I would … [Read more...]
Heart Healthy Tips
One of the great things about being invested in your fitness and nutrition is that you can optimize your heart health and decrease your risk of developing certain diseases. Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in America with 610,000 people dying every year due to this … [Read more...]
Post-Workout Nutrition
I would like to share with you information on post-workout nutrition and recovery. I often hear clients say they don’t like to eat after a workout because they feel it negates what they just did. However, it is just the opposite! Post-Workout Nutrition Recovery is a broad term that refers to … [Read more...]
Alcohol and Performance
Let me first preface that if you don’t drink alcohol, there is no need to start, of course! However, if you are of age and do drink, this will shed some light on the effect alcohol consumption has on performance. Consuming five or more alcoholic beverages in one night can affect brain and body … [Read more...]
Hydration Tips to Perform Better in Sports
Your body is made up of over 65% water (muscles, the heart and the brain are around 75% water)! Follow these hydration tips to help ensure top performance in sports. Being properly hydrated helps to bring oxygen to your muscles, gets rid of waste, helps to keep your joints lubricated, and organs … [Read more...]