If you tend to
exercise in the early morning before work, more power to you. But if you're looking to mix things up, try working out in the evening. Here are some reasons why:
- You'll have more time to devote to your workouts, since you won't feel rushed to have to make an appointment or get to work.
- Other people are usually free at this time, so you'll be able to have a motivating workout buddy.
- Dinner is over, so you'll be fueled up already and have energy to move.
You're running full speed ahead and suddenly you get an excruciating pain in your side: the dreaded side stitch. Nothing kills a good workout like getting cramps and luckily there are a few things you can do to keep them at bay. Here are five easy to follow tips:
- Try to avoid eating one to two hours before a workout.
There's something about Summer that makes me crave sweet treats. Instead of devouring the pint of Ben & Jerry's sitting pretty in your freezer, try some of these refreshing Summer treats, all under 250 calories.
- Strawberry Vanilla Milkshake (6 frozen strawberries and 6 ounces of vanilla yogurt mixed in a blender): 162 calories
- Chocolate-Covered Banana (4 tablespoons melted Sunspire Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips, 1 medium banana): 245 calories
- Cinnamon Toast (1 slice whole wheat bread, 1 tablespoon Smart Balance, 1 tablespoon drizzled honey, 1 teaspoon sprinkled cinnamon): 240 calories
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- Apple Peanut Crunch (1 medium apple, 1 tablespoon unsalted peanut butter, 1/4 cup GoLean Crunch sprinkled on top): 216 calories
- Great Graham Pear (1 graham cracker broken in half to make 2 squares, 2 tablespoons cream cheese, topped with 1/2 a sliced pear): 209 calories
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When drinking red wine, I enjoy my glass knowing I am reaping some health benefits with each sip. As with everything, moderation is key, and drinking more than one glass a day can tip the balance and be detrimental to your health. Here are five reasons to stop after having just one glass of wine.
- One glass of wine a day can reduce you risk of having a heart attack, but two glasses of wine a day increases your chance for developing breast cancer.
- One glass of wine a day can increase bone strength, but two or more glasses daily can weaken bones.
Since it's so hot out, my family grills just about every night (I wouldn't dare turn on the oven). If you're like me, eating tons of burgers and hot dogs every night wouldn't make you feel too good. Here are some ways to keep your BBQs healthy.
- Make real guacamole (made with avocados) instead of creamy dips.
