It’s very important to stay hydrated while running and working out, so the phrase “drink enough water” jumps at you from everywhere. But why do we forget about the fuel for our bodies? I find it of just the same importance. So today I want to share my 5 most favorite granola bar recipes I … Read more
Next American Ninja Warrior? Wanted to share an exciting event taking place this Saturday for any NBC American Ninja Warrior fans! This Saturday, 2/18 Warwick-based fitness studio Laid-back Fitness is hosting a Ninja Warrior Competition for youth and adults. Participants who qualify for regionals have an opportunity to take on the final competition, which includes a … Read more
by: Elizabeth Phinney Healthy Heart, Healthy YOU You have heard the expression, “come from your heart and not your head.” The symbol of love is a heart. “We ‘heart’ New York” is the state’s slogan. When we point to ourselves, we typically point directly to our heart. What is it about the heart that makes … Read more
by: Sarah Schlichter Top 8 Nutrition Myths We Often Hear With the coming of a new year, people are more susceptible to fad and short term diets. I recommend seeing a Registered Dietitian if you have nutrition or health goals, as we are trained to follow the science of nutrition. Here are 8 popular myths I … Read more
by: LaRue Cook Think About Baking A Cake Yes, I said “baking a cake!” So what exactly does baking a cake have to do with your fitness? Well, too often when I get to talk to new or prospective clients about improving their overall fitness by beginning an exercise routine, they make an all-too-common assumption. … Read more
by: Susan Mills More Than Just A Great Tasting Beverage To Get You Moving In The Morning For many people, coffee is a staple in our morning routines. The smell, taste, and the way it wakes us up has all of us coming back for more each morning. But did you know that coffee can … Read more
by: Chris Raymond, RI 5 Unique Ways To Improve Your Heart Health This article isn’t another generic article stating that your heart is important and you need to eat healthy and exercise. We all know this by now, but heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US. And a study published by … Read more
by: Julia Cianciolo Your Glutes May Be Hurting Your Knee! News flash, runners: You’re putting a lot of strain on your knees. As many as half of the injuries associated with running, particularly in lower extremities, occur in the knee, according to research in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.[1] Indeed, patellofemoral pain syndrome — … Read more
by: Lori Cipolla, RI 7 Tips To A Successful Weight Loss Resolution Typically with a New Year comes a new resolution. What we can often see is the struggle to sticking by this new beginning. So what may be some ways we can successfully start them off with a higher chance of adhering to these … Read more
by: Stephanie M. Cyr-Engro To the Man That Broke My Heart, Thank you I had never experienced a broken heart until my early thirties. It was devastating, confusing, emotionally tiring and at times I felt physically exhausted, which was a complete mystery to me because I’m that one that broke it off. After the break … Read more