By Melissa Hatton, NASM Elite Trainer
Walking is the easiest way to get a little exercise everyday. Unfortunately, most people just go out and walk, and don’t pay attention to how their feet strike the ground or the positioning of their arms. Proper form while walking is very important, and can help...Full Post
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Learning to Walk
On Apr 15
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Low Back Pain and Your Core
On Apr 08
By Melissa Hatton, NASM Elite Trainer
Low back pain is very common, and can often be alleviated by strengthening the core musculature. The first thing you can do is to practice pulling in your navel, as if you’re trying to bring it closer to your spine. This strengthens the deepest abdominal muscle, the Transverse Abdominis, and helps to stabilize...Full Post -
Here's A Fun One!
On Apr 01
By Melissa Hatton, NASM Elite Trainer
Try this mini exercise routine while you are watching television at night. You can get your spouse and kids involved, too. Starting at the beginning of the list, each time a commercial comes on perform the exercise listed. For each commercial break, you could get in 3-5...Full Post -
Increase to Decrease
On Mar 25
Increasing your daily activity is a great way to burn calories and, ultimately, shed pounds. If you are sedentary, there’s no place to go but up! Start with something simple, something that doesn’t require extra equipment, and is something you enjoy. You may decide to go for a walk. If you own a dog, this will be beneficial to both of yo...Full Post -
Goal Setting is the First Step
On Mar 20
By Melissa Hatton, NASM Elite Trainer
Making the decision to change your lifestyle and get healthy is a big step, and the first of many. Change cannot, and will not, happen overnight. Decide on an ultimate goal; perhaps you want to lose 40 pounds. Then set small, precise, and easily attainable goals...Full Post -
Slight Delay
On Feb 05
Even health and fitness professionals run into a snag every once in a while. My plan has been delayed because of many factors. Don't fret, and don't worry about me. All is well, and I will be beginning this exciting plan very soon. I guess you'll just have to keep checking back. ;)
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Punxatawney Phil
On Jan 29
With Groundhog Day right around the corner, citizens of the US (especially those of us in Pennsylvania) will be watching early in the morning this Saturday, Feb. 2nd, to see whether or not Phil sees his shadow. Will he? Won't he? Six more weeks of winter? Or is spring right around the corner? ...Full Post -
Getting rid of those holiday pounds
On Jan 14
If you're like most people, you spent your holidays at parties and family dinners where lots of high calorie, high sugar, high fat foods were being served, along with many, many adult beverages. You may have found that your clothing is a bit more snug than it used to be. Well, now is the time to start anew and create new habits. It's easier to stay in the rut and maintain...Full Post -
Don't get caught in the trap!
On Jun 05
Are your kids home for the summer? Today is the first day that mine have been home with me. Let me tell you, lunch was an event! They both wanted something different, and neither of them wanted what I wanted. Stick to your guns! While it's important for children to eat a healthy, nutritiously balanced
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Healthy and Delicious Summer Salads
On May 31
Here are some great alternatives to plain old lettuce salads. These options are lower in calories and fat than many other salads. Your family will love them.
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