Hydration is the Key to Summer Fitness

Not drinking enough water before a morning run, sweating it out at the gym or walking the golf course is a surefire way to put you on a path to dehydration doom. Hydration is the key to summer fitness due to increased sweat loss.  Here are five reasons you need to maintain proper fluid intake:…

The Benefits of Taking B Vitamins

Good nutrition is tied to good health, as well as the prevention and treatment of many conditions. Getting the recommended amounts of vitamins each day is an important part of the nutrition equation, and B vitamins in particular are essential for preventive care. Abundant in green vegetables, whole or fortified grains, dairy, and meats, B…

Increase Energy for Better Heart Health

Do you wish you had more energy to do the things you love or even just to get through the day without feeling exhausted?  Are you looking for ways to improve your heart health?  Despite what the ads are telling you, fast-fix energy drinks, double lattes and caffeine-laden sodas aren’t the answer. The key to… Read more »

Exercise for Energy

If you’re lacking energy, it may seem counterintuitive, but you need to get some exercise!  That’s right, exercise can actually increase your energy levels.  It’s not complicated.  When you get regular exercise, you experience: An increase in endorphin levels.  Endorphins are your body’s natural hormones and when you do something requiring a burst of energy,… Read more »

The Danger of Too Much Caffeine

If you wake up and can’t seem to function before you’ve had a cup of coffee, you’re not alone.  Millions of people consume caffeine every day to increase energy, minimize fatigue and improve concentration.  For some, it feels like an absolute necessity, while for others it’s more of a habit than anything else.  However, consuming… Read more »

Tips for Summer Fitness

Just because it’s hazy, hot and humid out there, doesn’t mean you need to skip your workout.  You just need to be smart about your summer fitness routine.  Risk of dehydration is higher than in cooler months. During the cooler months, when you exercise, your body is warmer than the environment, but when it’s blazing… Read more »