|  Run, Forrest, Run?
It's inevitable--when someone decides that it's time to start exercising, running is usually the first activity that comes to mind. Whether it's the result of running groups, the fanfare around races or the desire to achieve that elusive ''runner's high,'' it seems that everyone equates running to weight loss. But what if we told you that running might not be your best option? Coach Jen explains why other activities might be better options for anyone looking to drop some pounds.
| + Read More | | |  | | This weekend was a complete wash for me. Every morning I woke up thinking, "I have got to get a workout in today." And every morning something came up that prevented me from getting that workout in. I woke up Monday morning beating myself up for not making exercise a priority, thinking about all the calories I consumed and dreading my scheduled HIIT session later. But then, I reframed my thinking: I spent the weekend with family celebrating a momentous event, laughing, sharing memories and basking in the sunlight. The calories consumed were shared over an overcrowded table while listening to classic rock and talking about the future. And that's okay. Better than okay, really. Sometimes your best intentions have to make way for some of your best memories. I'll look back on this weekend remembering my family and friends and the impromptu fun we had--not the fact that I skipped out on yoga. A healthy life is meant to allow you to live your best life so be sure to live it! | | | Slash Your Salt Intake
With salt shakers on every table and the fact that ''just a pinch'' of salt can take a dish from meh to amazing, it's no wonder that most people are consuming more salt than they realize on a daily basis. While it's a go-to seasoning, most people only need about 1,500 milligrams of sodium in their diet. Too much can lead to health issues including high blood pressure, heart disease and even stroke. Discover how you can decrease your reliance on salt today!
+ Read More | | | | | The Latest Diet Trend
Your day consists of eating eggs four times a day. Hard-boiled, scrambled, poached--you're eating them all. You're on track with your goals, but you can't help but feeling...super bored. Whether you realize it or not, you're subscribing to the philosophy of the ''mono diet,'' a plan in which an individual eats just one food for a duration of time. In this installment of our ''Spark It or Scrap It'' series, we investigate the pros and cons of this unique plan.
+ Read More | | | | | A Well-Stocked Kitchen
A healthy eating plan is only as strong as the tools you have in your kitchen. After all, where would we be without our food scale or blender? Having certain tools on hand in the kitchen can cut your healthy meal prep time in half and make your cooking experience a little more enjoyable. Read on to discover the 10 kitchen tools we cannot and will not live without.
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