According to a 2016 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, the average American’s weight increases by 0.4 percent over Christmas and 0.2 percent over Thanksgiving. That’s 6 weeks of partying or less as this year Thanksgiving was later than usual! While that might not seem like much, over time, it adds up! And, in the …
Sometimes the fitness industry is so turned upside down! Just like #ElfDobby here, being a little confused as to how to use this TRX suspension trainer! Here are 3 biggest lies the fitness industry has told you! Follow this nutrition program for 30 days and you’ll look like me! According to an article from …
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Look, let’s face it, everyone has a different idea of what successful health looks like and at every age that might look a little different. If I could tell my younger self the key to success with regard to overall wellness given what I’ve learned in 52 years of life, the last 25 a career fitness …
“Take care of your body it’s the only place you get to live.” -Jim Rohn Did you know that only 17% of the population exercises routinely? Most likely, lack of exercise affects you later in life, due to a stressful career, lack of daily movement and joints breaking down. It’s never too late to start …
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Trying NOT to sabotage your healthy eating habits during the holidays by bringing something healthy to your party? Give this yummy dessert a try! Ingredients: 12-14 mejool dates, pits removed 1/4 cup almonds 1 can coconut milk 1/4 cup raspberries 1/4 cup strawberries, sliced Instructions: In a food processor, process mejool dates and almonds until …
Here’s a healthier version of chicken fingers with a dipping sauce! Another great appetizer that won’t break the waistline bank! Chicken Fingers INGREDIENTS: 2 large chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cut into strips 1 cup almond flour ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut 4 T xantham gum* 1 t garlic powder 1 t ground mustard powder …
Brrrr it’s cold in Pennsylvania! That means soup season! This can be done in an Instant Pot, but also on the stove or slow cooker with minor modifications. If not using the Instant Pot, let simmer or slow cook for minimum of four hours. Also add the coconut milk in last and just stir in …
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Meet Katharine Nelson, long-time Royersford resident. She found MFitness through an acquaintance and wanted ripped arms too! Upon her first month, Katharine struggled to find her exercise groove, but slightly less than a year in, she is really crushing it. Lifting heavier weights and earning more challenging movements! Hear what she has to say about …
Breakfast doesn’t have to be hard! You could make this as egg cups on the weekend and pop them in to the microwave to reheat or just quickly fry it up on the stove. You can also add assorted veggies. If making egg cups, preheat oven to 375. Spray bottom of muffin tin with olive …
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More Instant Pot recipes!!! I suppose you could do on the stove and also in a slow cooker, but not when you only have 10 minutes! That’s my MO! A great addition to the pork chop recipe is making your own applesauce. I bought three different varieties at our local Rennigers farm. I also cooked …
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